WSOP.com has now officially expanded into a new state. Yesterday, officials announced that the site is now live in Pennsylvania, launching successfully after a trial period. The brand was approved by the Gaming Control Board and now, online poker players have access to the top-rated platform in the Keystone State.
Celebrating the Launch
The WSOP is getting started with a bang, offering up promotions for new signups along with new bracelet events taking place at the site. Weekly tournaments will also be on offer to give Pennsylvania players access to premium poker action. WSOP is also providing daily satellites to provide players in the state with seats to the upcoming Main Event in Las Vegas later on this year.
SVP of the World Series of Poker at Caesars Entertainment, Ty Stewart, commented that the WSOP is thrilled to launch in Pennsylvania. Stewart stated that the WSOP team is laser-focused on offering the most value to poker players in the state and remain confident in their poker product.
“With our industry best sign-up promotions and the special bracelet series catered specifically to players in Pennsylvania, we welcome all players, from the casuals to the professionals and everyone in between.”
Players in Pennsylvania can compete in bracelet events for the WSOP from August 8 to August 15. These new dates provide more ways for players to win an official gold bracelet from the brand online.
Special Events and Promotions This Summer
To provide the ultimate beginner experience for players in Pennsylvania, the state is offering several special events and tournaments this summer. The site is featuring BLAST Poker events this summer, where up to $300,000 in cash is up for grabs via the special tournaments. Win up to 10,000x the buy-in with the three-handed game option.
Starting this Sunday, the site will feature a special $75,000 Guaranteed event. The buy-in is $215 and the action kicks off at 4 pm. On top of that, players can pay just $1 to take part in special Main Event freerolls for the WSOP in Las Vegas. The site is featuring MEGA satellites to help players travel to the big event at the end of 2021.
Added value is currently on offer at WSOP.com for new players to the site. By joining in Pennsylvania, players can deposit $10 and earn $50 in free play. There is also a 100% deposit match provided, worth up to $1,000. Welcome Week Freerolls have been added, and new online poker players are given seven tickets upon sign up!
Players who join by August 15 will receive an exclusive ticket to the $50,000 Depositors Freeroll, which will take place on August 22. This freeroll will provide three seats to the upcoming live WSOP Main Event.