Everest Poker launches EPIC qualifiers

LONDON, England -- (PRESS RELEASE) -- One of Everest Poker's most popular promotions is back! The online poker room announced the launch of the fifth edition of the Everest Poker International Cup (EPIC).This unique free promotion features a total prize pool of $125,000. Qualifiers will run July through August, leading up to an amazing Live Finale in Alicante, Spain from September 9-11.

EPEC becomes EPIC

EPEC has been a flagship promotion for Everest Poker since 2006, offering European amateur and novice players a chance to experience live poker in one of the world's largest freerolls. Now online qualifiers to this free, world-class tournament are open to the world-making this international event EPIC.

Nothing to lose. $125,000 to win!

Qualifications for EPIC 2011 kick off July 4 on Everest Poker. Play free daily satellites on your way to monthly EPIC Direct Entries awarding $50,000 in cash and plenty of Live Finale Packages. Each $2,500 package includes a seat to the $75,000 (€50,000) EPIC Live Finale, travel and hotel accommodations to Alicante and an invitation for 2 to the EPIC Kick Off Party.

$75,000 EPIC Live Finale

This summer, the Grand Finale of EPIC will take place in sunny Alicante with its beachfront views and tropical weather. 50 finalists will enjoy the hospitality of Costa Blanca, the fun and thrills of a first-rate poker tournament and, of course, have their shot at the $75,000 (€50,000) prize pool!

To ensure a fantastic structure and a smooth poker event, Thomas Kremser and his team of professionals at TK Events have agreed to help organize and direct the live tournament.