During our 888poker LIVE London Festival, players had the unique opportunity to win a special package. The Royal Squad This exclusive online tournament, with a low entry fee of just $5, took place on April 9, culminating in a single grand prize winner.
Adam Gilbert emerged victorious, securing a package valued at £10,000. This package included three entries for the 888poker Live Main Event in London, along with flights, accommodations, and a VIP football experience for him and two friends.
His friends David Swain and Thomas Hayton eagerly accepted the invitation, joining Adam for an unforgettable poker adventure!
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Royal Squad Hits the Poker Tables
The Royal Squad's journey kicked off on April 20, with three entries in Day 1A of the 888poker LIVE Main Event held at the Grosvenor Casino’s London VIC.
Although Adam had less experience compared to his friends David and Thomas, they all embraced the excitement of the games.
Also playing Day 1A were 888poker ambassadors Among the participants were Ian Simpson, Josh Manley, Vivian Saliba, Nick Eastwood, and Lucia Navarro. Lucia managed to accumulate a chipstack worth 46K for Day 2.
Of the three amigos, Adam went out 56thDuring Day 1A, David Swain finished in 62nd place, while Thomas Hayton ended up in 59th.ndIn the end, Adam took pride in being the last player remaining from the Royal Squad in the 888poker LIVE London Main Event!thon the same day.
With Day 1A completed, the Royal Squad geared up for a special Sit & Go event against 888poker ambassadors and members of the StreamTeam the following day. Royal Squad Before that, they had a day of sightseeing planned.
It was time for the Squad to enjoy some royal treatment, exploring the iconic landmarks of London and soaking in the vibrant atmosphere of one of the world's most captivating cities.
Later that day, they engaged in more poker with the
After all that poker Sadly, the trio couldn't match the skills of Team888, and in the end, StreamTeam's Nick Eastwood emerged victorious after a chip deal with Lucia Navarro.
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They concluded their star-studded weekend by attending a top tier football match right in the heart of London. After two days of poker competitions, the group thoroughly enjoyed watching two elite teams face off on the pitch.
This was certainly a memorable day for the squad, who were joined by football fanatic and StreamTeam member Josh Manley.
The Royal Squad Nonetheless, this incredible weekend was far from a disappointment for Adam, David, and Tom. The Royal Squad certainly enjoyed every moment!
David Swain shared his thoughts on the trip:
“The events that 888 organized for us this weekend are really awesome – even if we just stayed here and did nothing else. I think it's pretty perfect. We get to play the £1K, participate in a Sit & Go, and watch football in a VIP box. What more could you wish for a couple of days?”
Hyacinth Swanson is a part-time live and online poker player who has a passion for crafting and editing poker-related content. She is currently at the helm of the marketing firm PurpleGob.com.
The Royal Squad Hits a Home Run with VIP Football Tickets!
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