Players could have a chance to take down The Poker Brat during a bounty tournament at the casino
Phil Hellmuth is scheduled to appear at Rivers Casino in Philadelphia for a special poker event titled the Hellmuth Deepstack Turbo Black Chip Bounty Tournament. This competition is set for Thursday, May 14, at 5:15 pm and offers local players a rare chance to compete against one of the most famous figures in the sport.
With an accessible entry price of $250, the venue expects a significant turnout of fans and poker enthusiasts looking to test their skills against a multi-bracelet champion.
To ensure a massive field, the casino is providing several opportunities for players to win their way into the event for free. Between May 7 and May 10, participants in specific daily tournaments at the property can earn a complimentary seat.
These preliminary contests feature affordable buy-ins of approximately $100 and take place during morning and afternoon sessions to accommodate different schedules. This promotional window serves as a lead-up to the main attraction and gives regulars an extra incentive to visit the poker room.
The main tournament on May 14 features a fast-paced structure with 40,000 starting chips and 15-minute blinds. The $250 entry fee is divided so that $105 enters the primary prize pool while $100 serves as a bounty for each elimination.
Remaining funds cover various administrative and dealer costs associated with the event. Because this is a reentry format players may rejoin the action multiple times during the first 12 levels if they are eliminated early. Additionally, players have the unique option to forfeit their current chips at the end of the registration period to purchase a fresh stack for the full $250 price.
This flexible structure combined with the presence of a poker icon makes the upcoming event a highlight for the Philadelphia gaming community.
