Chilipoker to sponsor Malta Poker Open

MALTA -- (PRESS RELEASE) -- Just a few days ago Chilipoker.com announced 3 spectacular events: WPT Marrakech, WSOP 2009 and ECOOP IV . Once again your favourite poker room is bringing their brand name to the live poker tables for the upcoming 'Malta Chilipoker Open 2009.'

The tournament, which is being held for the first time this year at the Portomaso Casino in St. Julians, Malta, from the 24th till the 26th of April 2009 will receive international TV exposure and guarantees priceless value for poker players, as they stand a chance to be viewed by family, friends and other poker players around the globe. The featured table, highlights and player interviews will be aired on the local Melita Cable TV Network, on the The Poker Channel and across the web.

At €300+30 the buy-in for the 'Malta Chilipoker Open' has been designed for the aspiring player. A great chance to experience the excitement of live poker without having to pay a large buy-in fee. The tournament will provide players with a platform where they may put their knowledge and experience to practice against a multitude of players from different backgrounds and styles.

Malta Poker Events are also hosting the Malta Poker Seminar and free-roll from the 18th of April till the 19th of April at the Mediterranean Conference Centre in Valletta. The €145 Poker Seminar is for players who are aiming to get better at their poker game and others who aspire to turn their pastime into a profitable one. Various speakers will be addressing key areas of the game, like reading opponents, mindset, betting strategies, responsible gaming, and more.

Malta Poker Events stated in a recent press release " There has been a significant increase in the popularity of poker on the Maltese Islands, that is why we want to offer something special for all those involved in the industry. We are proud to be associated with Chilipoker, we share the same values and passion for the game, this relationship will be a long lasting one!"