The APLPT Albury has wrapped up with a remarkable total prize pool of $643,790, highlighting the immense success and excitement of the series.
Spanning six days, the event featured 30 thrilling tournaments, including the debut of the Whole Nine Yards Mega Satellite, which garnered significant anticipation around the region.
We extend our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who played and to our outstanding hosts, Commercial Club Albury, for their impeccable hospitality and support.
Main Event Highlights
🏆 CHAMPION | APLPT ALBURY | EVENT 7 | MAIN EVENT 🏆
Melburnian Neil Cruz emerged as the champion of the APLPT Main Event, marking a significant milestone in his poker career. The final table saw an electrifying atmosphere at the Commercial Club Albury, with a strong rail of supporters cheering as the decisive card hit the felt.
The “TPC” clan from Club Italia in Melbourne added to the celebratory mood, joining Neil in the winner's photo. In his victory speech, Neil expressed his gratitude to his supporters and praised the APL for their professionalism in organizing the event and the entire series.
An IT worker by profession, Neil achieved his best live cash and secured his first-ever trophy. Reflecting on his journey, he extended special thanks to Craig King for his role in nurturing the poker talent at Club Italia. Neil shared a memorable moment from the tournament, attributing his victory to a bit of luck with a 7-5 hand heads-up, which he humorously linked to RM Michelle Hind’s lucky number 7.
Final Placings: 1st: Neil Cruz - $12,300 + $100K Invitational Seat + $1,500 APL Million Seat
Jackstar Super High Roller Spotlight
🏆 CHAMPION | APLPT ALBURY | EVENT 16 | JACKSTAR SUPER HIGH ROLLER 🏆
Local favorite Mark Williams clinched the title in the Jackstar Super High Roller event, adding another accolade to his impressive poker resume. Just days earlier, Mark had finished second in The Centurion, but he didn’t let that runner-up finish deter him when he faced a chip deficit in heads-up play for the Jackstar.
Demonstrating resilience and skill, Mark secured his second APLPT trophy, nearly a year after his previous win in The Centurion, where he earned over $35,000. This latest victory marks his best live cash to date, with a prize of $42,000, which he plans to celebrate in style.
Final Placings: 1st: Mark Williams - $42,000* + $100K Invitational Seat
Conclusion
The APLPT Albury series was a resounding success, showcasing thrilling poker action, exceptional talent, and a vibrant community spirit. Congratulations to all the winners and participants, and thank you once again to Commercial Club Albury for hosting this unforgettable event. We look forward to seeing everyone at the APLPT Adelaide series at SkyCity, 09 - 14 July.
⬇️ CHECK OUT ALL THE EVENT WINNERS BELOW ⬇️
Event 1
Event 2
Event 3
The Whole Nine Yards
Event 4
Event 5
Event 6
Event 7
Event 8
Event 9
Event 10
Event 11
Event 12
Event 13
Event 14
Event 15
Event 16
Event 17
Event 18
Event 19
Event 20
Event 21
Event 22
Event 23
Event 24
Event 26
Event 27
Event 28
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