SiGMA Poker Tour sets largest 2026 prize pool for Manila stop
In 2026, Manila will host the most ambitious poker tour event, the SiGMA Poker Tour! From May 31st to June 4th, 2026, City of Dreams Manila will offer participants access to the largest ever prize pool. This will be an event unmatched on the global poker circuit, offering players an opportunity to compete at an elite level while also networking and enjoying great entertainment.
A landmark stop in Asia
The Manila leg of the SiGMA Poker Tour is a crucial milestone in the tour’s growth into key International Markets. The tour has always been known for merging the competitive playing aspect of poker with strong business networking opportunities- this relationship is attracting an ever-growing group of diverse players, investors and professionals within the gaming space. The recently announced Manila stop is part of a strategic effort to firmly position Asia as a significant power centre within the global poker circuit.
The event will be hosted at the City of Dreams (Manila) Ballroom in collaboration with Soul Poker Club. This long-term partnership advances the shared goal of raising the standards and profile of poker while underscoring the Philippines’ continued position as a premier international tournament destination.
Headline events driving momentum
The Manila schedule features a carefully curated selection of high-impact tournaments that can attract both experienced and developing players.
Among these tournaments will be the ATFX High Roller Invitational – one of the most anticipated events on the current circuit, supported by ATFX and designed to add prestige to the tournament with a unique ATFX Gold Chip worth $5,000, awarded to the winning player. ATFX has decided to offer a separate space, called the Players Lounge powered by AFTX, where players can meet other players, get up, recharge, and interact with one another in an upscale setting.
Another very exciting addition will be the CUBEIA Platinum Freeroll. This is a special invite-only event that will focus exclusively on high intensity and exclusivity. Powered by Cubeia, the format is a freezeout; therefore, players will be in a single-entry, one-chance tournament. The Freeroll is scheduled for Monday at 21:00 hrs, with a guaranteed prize pool of 300,000 PHP and a limited, select group of players competing.
Historic debut reshaping the circuit
The Manila stop will mark a milestone in Asian Poker history with the debut of the Hendon Mob Championship in Asia. This prestigious tournament has never before been featured in the schedule roster of an Asian poker tournament.
With the expansion into Asia, the Hendon Mob coalition’s vision is to build a global live poker circuit. They have chosen Manila as the ideal place to launch this circuit due to its history of hosting excellent poker tournaments and growing recognition as one of the most significant cities in Asia for gaming. This launch will attract extensive international media coverage, and many players will make their debut at a Hendon Mob event.
“Bringing The Hendon Mob Championship to Asia marks a key milestone in our journey to build a truly global live event circuit. Manila is the ideal launchpad, and we are thrilled to partner with SiGMA Poker Tour to deliver this historic debut in a city that has consistently proven itself as a world-class poker destination.”
— Roland Boothby, Head of Partnerships, Global Poker Index and The Hendon Mob
Beyond the tables
Though tournaments are the core of this event, SiGMA Poker Tour continues to show its differences from other events by creating an integrated experience. Manila will provide not only a large prize pool for tournament participants but also create an experience that blends business and leisure.
Attendees will have access to superior hospitality services and specially designed networking activities to develop relationships. There will be activations that provide significant value to participating brands and create lasting connections. The two-pronged approach to the conference increases the event’s overall value by giving attendees more opportunities than they would have if competing only against one another.
Venue partner perspective
The establishment of a major milestone between the venue partner and the SiGMA Poker Tournament demonstrates their commitment to working together to produce outstanding poker events and to develop Manila’s role as a global gaming hub.
Soul Poker Club’s partnership with the venue operator reflects a long-standing commitment by both companies to work together to create an event significant for players worldwide. With the two companies working together, there will be world-class facilities, operational excellence, and global reach, providing all players with a seamless and memorable experience.
“Hosting the SiGMA Poker Tournament at City of Dreams Manila represents a major milestone for Soul Poker Club. This collaboration reflects our commitment to elevating poker in the Philippines through world-class events, premium service, and meaningful global partnerships that strengthen Manila’s position on the international stage.”
— Edgar Kim, Chief Executive Officer, Soul Poker Club, City of Dreams Manila
Positioning the Philippines globally
The Manila stop is also strategically important to the Philippines’ position within the larger gaming narrative. The event will help to enhance the Philippines as a growing centre for high-value entertainment and gaming by attracting top-tier talent, industry leaders and international media.
The Manila stop reflects the broader industry trend of Emerging Markets becoming significant in the Future of Poker and Gaming Innovation. Consequently, Manila has been identified by the heads of these companies as one of the major areas because of its ability to support the infrastructure of competitive gaming and its cultural ties to it.
A defining moment for 2026
As evidenced by its ambitious, record-setting targets, this stop on the SiGMA Poker Tour will feature a strong lineup of tournaments and impressive industry support. With a focus on bringing together competitive play, networking, and entertainment in the downtown metropolitan area, this event will extend far beyond the tables where it takes place.
This will give competing players and stakeholders time to build relationships that enable them to work together, develop their games, and share resources as they navigate the ever-evolving global poker community.
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