For tournament players, value is the name of the game. Of all the different formats, tournament poker is the one most subject to variance, so anything that adds a few percentage points to that ROI figure is well and truly appreciated.
One such situation is currently developing over at 888poker, where the operator’s XL Spring Series Rakeless Main Event is on track for a pretty big overlay. This means that the number of buy-ins will not be enough to cover the big $500,000 guarantee, and the operator will have to pay the difference from its own pocket.
The value proposition is easy to spot. The number of players you need to outlast to make money is smaller than it should be, given the prize pool. And when these opportunities present themselves, they should be taken advantage of.
Whether you are a regular grinder or a casual who fires up a few MTTs every week, this one makes sense, and there is still time to squeeze in.
Still a Few Opportunities Left
Day 2 action begins later today, but the good news for all players who may have missed this over the weekend is that there are three more starting flights set for today, taking place at 12:00, 14:00, and 17:00 (GMT times).
The buy-in for the tournament is $250, and, by virtue of being rakeless, all the money goes straight into the prize pool. But even with that, it’s looking like the tournament won’t reach the 2,000 entries that are required to meet its ambitious $500,000 goal.
And, if $250 is just too steep to pay outright, even with the added value, the operator is running non-stop satellites, with buy-ins for those starting at just a few bucks. So, at the very least, it’s worth it to fire a few bullets in those and see if you can secure a last-minute seat for one of the remaining Day 1 flights.
Start Your Poker Week on a Strong Note
Usually, all the big online action takes place over weekends, and things wind down as the new week kicks in. However, we are seeing more and more major events extending into the next week for their final stages.
888poker’s XL Spring Main Event will play down to the final table today, and then, the remaining players will come back tomorrow to play down to the champion. The action will be streamed live, so those who make it can share the excitement with friends and family.
Just how big the overlay will be is too early to say. With three more starting flights and an opportunity for big added value, there might be some players flocking in. On the other hand, it’s also Monday, so not everyone can take advantage of what’s shaping up to be a pretty significant overlay, which only means more value for those who can.
The XL Spring Series continues today and tomorrow, with over a dozen other events you can jump into to fill your screen and keep you focused, just in case the $500k prize pool doesn’t do the trick for you. So, you might as well start this week on a strong note!
