WSOP Super Circuit Cyprus 2025: A New Chapter in the Global Poker Scene
In October 2025, poker fans will experience a special event: the inaugural WSOP Super Circuit Cyprus. From October 9th to 21st, the luxurious Merit Royal Diamond Hotel & Spa in Northern Cyprus will host the festival, which promises to be a milestone in the history of European poker.
Northern Cyprus offers beautiful beaches and clear waters.
The island hosts festivals and has a vibrant gastronomic culture.
The island is rich in historical sites, such as Bellapais Abbey, Hilarion Castle, and the ancient city of Soli.
To visit Northern Cyprus, you must fly to Turkey and then travel by plane or ferry.
The currency used is the Turkish lira, not the euro, which is used in the Republic of Cyprus.
Tourists entering from Turkey do not require a visa. A visa stamp is placed on a special insert in their passport. If a stamp is placed in your passport, it may create problems entering the Republic of Cyprus and Schengen countries.
This series marks the introduction of a new format—the Super Circuit—that differs from the traditional WSOP Circuit stages. While the classic stops were known for their accessibility and mass appeal, the Super Circuit is geared toward players ready to compete for substantial prize money in a prestigious atmosphere. It will bring together established champions, ambitious amateurs striving for global fame, and renowned professionals.
Concept, Features, and Entertainment
The Super Circuit is conceived as a bridge between the traditional WSOP Circuit and grand festivals like WSOP Las Vegas or WSOP Paradise. It combines higher buy-ins, impressive guarantees, and spectacular surroundings, while maintaining the compact and accessible format of regional series.
Organizers emphasize that participants will be able to experience the atmosphere of «big-time poker»—from the television coverage to the celebrity guests. Cyprus’s convenient location makes it easy to reach for players from Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. Its mild climate and resort infrastructure create the perfect atmosphere for comfortable play and a pleasant time, whether playing poker or enjoying time with friends and family. After all, it’s all possible.
Buy-ins and structure
The program features 15 tournaments with WSOP rings, and the buy-in range covers various levels:
$1,100 and up – for players more suited to beginners looking to try their luck at the prestigious series.
The mid-range range of $3,300–$5,300 is home to the majority of tournaments, including the most anticipated events of the series.
High Roller formats from $10,000–$26,000 are the arena for the world’s elite, where play takes place at the highest limits, promising intense competition and the presence of some of the biggest names in the history of the glorious game of Texas Hold’em!
Main Event
The culmination of this series will be the Main Event with a $5,300 buy-in and a $5,000,000 guarantee. It will feature five starting flights: two on October 16, two on October 17, and the final flight on October 18.
Competitors who make it through the initial days of battle will continue to compete in the second stage of play. The field will gradually thin out until the final table is determined, where multi-million dollar payouts and a WSOP ring of honor are at stake. Wow, super!!!
Rewards and Bonuses
Event winners will receive not only traditional WSOP gold rings but also additional benefits. These include entry into the massive Mystery Bounty tournament with a $5 million guarantee, which will take place at WSOP Paradise, as well as a hotel package in the Bahamas.
Success in Cyprus thus opens the door to new opportunities and makes champions part of the global poker elite.
Satellites and Qualifiers
For players who aren’t ready to invest large sums right away, a wide network of online satellites is available. You can start with stakes as low as $0.50. Progressing through the qualifiers, players can win a full package: entry to the Main Event, hotel accommodations, and transfers. For just $0.50, you can experience the most exciting moments of your life!
This makes the series accessible to a wider audience, allowing talented amateurs to sit at the same table with world-class stars.
Atmosphere and Venue
The Merit Royal Diamond Hotel & Spa is more than just a venue; it’s a fully-fledged luxury resort complex. Situated on the Mediterranean coast, it offers guests comfortable rooms, restaurants, spa facilities, and panoramic views.
This choice of venue underscores the event’s status: people come here not only for the tournaments but also for relaxation, combining exciting battles with beach activities. The atmosphere in Cyprus promises to be less tense than the series in Las Vegas or Macau, but no less professional.
The WSOP Super Circuit Cyprus is a step toward further expanding poker’s geography. Europe and the Middle East will gain a new focus, and the Super Circuit format itself could become an annual festival, alongside WSOP Europe and WSOP Paradise.
Cyprus, with its convenient location and extensive resort infrastructure, is ideal for hosting the tournament.