2024 PokerStars EPT Monte Carlo

€1,100 FPS Main Event
Day: 4
Event Info

2024 PokerStars EPT Monte Carlo

Final Results
Winner
Winning Hand
107
Prize
€303,190
Event Info
Buy-in
€1,100
Prize Pool
€2,012,160
Entries
2,096
Level Info
Level
38
Blinds
400,000 / 800,000
Ante
800,000
Players Info - Day 4
Entries
6
Players Left
1

€1,100 FPS Main Event

Day 4 Completed

Atanas Malinov Cruises to FPS Main Event Victory at EPT Monte Carlo

Level 38 : Blinds 400,000/800,000, 800,000 ante
Atanas Malinov
Atanas Malinov

At the 2024 PokerStars European Poker Tour Monte Carlo, Atanas Malinov delivered a masterclass in composure and skill, culminating in a triumphant victory in the France Poker Series €1,100 Main Event held within the breathtaking Sporting Monte-Carlo.

With a formidable chip lead at the onset of the final day, Malinov's strategic prowess was on full display as he systematically picked off each of his five opponents, ultimately seizing the title, the coveted trophy, and a substantial €303,190 in prize money.

A stalwart presence on the European poker circuit, Malinov had already amassed over $700,000 in tournament winnings prior to his momentous win. His journey to the top included a notable six-figure score dating back to 2015, when he clinched the runner-up position for $190,000 at a Merit event in Cyprus. Moreover, Malinov had previously showcased his skills at a PokerStars sponsored branded tour final table, securing €52,050 for a commendable sixth place finish at Eureka Prague 2014.


At just 30 years old, Malinov's expertise as a seasoned grinder was evident, with a string of impressive five-figure online cashes and a prestigious WCOOP title to his name.

The FPS Main Event at EPT Monte Carlo drew a field of 2,096 entries, generating a formidable €2,012,160 prize pool. Among the 314 players who cashed were PokerStars Ambassadors Felix Schneiders (62nd - €4,330), Lasse Jagd Lauritsen (216th - €2,150), and Simon Wiciak (268th - €1,850).

FPS €1,100 Main Event Final Table Results

PlacePlayerCountryEarnings
1Atanas MalinovBulgaria€303,190
2Virgile TurchiFrance€189,220
3Marco GambiniItaly€135,160
4Guillaume NoletCanada€103,970
5Gabi LivshitzIsrael€79,980
6Remy MurciaFrance€61,520
7Robbie BullScotland€47,330
8Elie SaadLebanon€36,410
9Federico MacoriItaly€28,020

Final Day Highlights

Remy Murcia, the hometown hopeful from Nice, saw his dreams dashed in dramatic fashion early on, making a daring hero call that left him with just one big blind. In a subsequent hand, Malinov sealed Murcia's fate, sending him out in sixth place.

Despite starting as the short stack, Gabi Livshitz staged an impressive comeback, briefly challenging Malinov for the lead. However, his resurgence was short-lived as Malinov swiftly reclaimed dominance, ultimately eliminating Livshitz from the competition.

Guillaume Nolet faced a series of unfortunate setbacks, ultimately succumbing to Malinov's relentless onslaught. In a pivotal hand, Malinov clinched victory with a well-timed bluff, leaving Nolet to exit in fourth place.

Marco Gambini, known for his knack for miracle rivers, faced a reversal of fortune as Malinov rivered a set of fours to down the Italian. Malinov secured his fourth elimination of the day, paving his path to the heads-up showdown.

Despite facing an uphill battle against Malinov's commanding chip lead, Virgile Turchi displayed resilience, staging a brief resurgence with consecutive double-ups. However, Malinov's unwavering focus and queen-high call in a momentum-swinging pot helped him secure the title after a hard-fought battle.

That concludes PokerNews' coverage of this event, but be sure to stick around to keep up with all the action from EPT Monte Carlo.

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Atanas Malinov Wins €1,100 FPS Main Event (€303,190)

Level 38 : Blinds 400,000/800,000, 800,000 ante
Atanas Malinov
Atanas Malinov

Atanas Malinov started the final day in the lead and maintained it throughout to take down the €1,100 FPS Main Event.

Malinov defeated a field of 2,096 entries to claim the PokerStars FPS trophy and the top prize of €303,190.

Stay tuned for a full recap of the final day of this exciting event in Monte Carlo.

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Virgile Turchi Eliminated in 2nd Place (€189,220)

Level 38 : Blinds 400,000/800,000, 800,000 ante
Virgile Turchi
Virgile Turchi

Atanas Malinov shoved on the button and Virgile Turchi made the quick call in the big blind.

Virgile Turchi: K7 All in
Atanas Malinov: 107

Turchi was in a dominant position as the cards were revealed, but Malinov found a pair on the 8610 flop. The 4 turn changed nothing, while the 6 clinched the final hand for Malinov.

Turchi was eliminated in second place for €189,220, as Malinov claimed the FPS Main Event title.

Player Chips Progress
Atanas Malinov bg
Atanas Malinov
62,880,000
6,980,000
6,980,000
Day 3 Chip Leader
Virgile Turchi fr
Virgile Turchi
Busted
Day 2 Chip Leader

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All Malinov in Heads-Up

Level 38 : Blinds 400,000/800,000, 800,000 ante

In a limped pot to the QJ9 flop, Virgile Turchi checked his 54. Atanas Malinov had a pair of nines with his 93 and checked back.

The 7 turn also checked through, which brought in the 4 river to give Turchi a no-good pair of fours. After Turchi checked, Malinov bet 800,000 which sent Turchi into the tank. Turchi made the call and Malinov further extended his lead.

It's been all Malinov the last few hands, with Turchi not being able to find any momentum since his consecutive double ups.

Player Chips Progress
Atanas Malinov bg
Atanas Malinov
55,900,000
9,700,000
9,700,000
Day 3 Chip Leader
Virgile Turchi fr
Virgile Turchi
6,900,000
-9,700,000
-9,700,000
Day 2 Chip Leader

Tags: Atanas MalinovVirgile Turchi

Level: 38

Blinds: 400,000/800,000

Ante: 800,000

Malinov Calls with Queen High

Level 37 : Blinds 300,000/600,000, 600,000 ante

Atanas Malinov limped in from the button with Q4 and called when Virgile Turchi raised to 2,200,000 with 65.

Turchi check-called for 1,500,000 on the 877. The 5 turn gave him the best hand with sevens and fives. He check-called once more, this time for 3,200,000.

With 14,400,000 in the pot, the 8 completed the board, giving Malinov the winner as Turchi's pair had been counterfeited. Turchi led out for 1,300,000 and Malinov quickly called with his queen-high to take the pot.

Player Chips Progress
Atanas Malinov bg
Atanas Malinov
46,200,000
8,800,000
8,800,000
Day 3 Chip Leader
Virgile Turchi fr
Virgile Turchi
16,600,000
-8,800,000
-8,800,000
Day 2 Chip Leader

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Another Double for Turchi

Level 37 : Blinds 300,000/600,000, 600,000 ante
Virgile Turchi
Virgile Turchi

Virgile Turchi raised to 1,300,000 and snap-called for his tournament life after Atanas Malinov jammed as the big stack from the big blind.

Virgile Turchi: AJAll in
Atanas Malinov: 88

Malinov had another opportunity to seal the victory but the deck denied him the honor as Turchi made kings and jacks on the KJ9QK runout.

Player Chips Progress
Atanas Malinov bg
Atanas Malinov
37,400,000
-13,000,000
-13,000,000
Day 3 Chip Leader
Virgile Turchi fr
Virgile Turchi
25,400,000
13,000,000
13,000,000
Day 2 Chip Leader

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Turchi Survives First All In

Level 37 : Blinds 300,000/600,000, 600,000 ante
Virgile Turchi
Virgile Turchi

Atanas Malinov limped in and then called when Virgile Turchi jammed for 5,900,000 from the big blind.

Virgile Turchi: K5All in
Atanas Malinov: Q9

Turchi paired his king on the K103 flop and held out on the 7 turn and A river to double.

Player Chips Progress
Atanas Malinov bg
Atanas Malinov
50,400,000
-7,100,000
-7,100,000
Day 3 Chip Leader
Virgile Turchi fr
Virgile Turchi
12,400,000
7,100,000
7,100,000
Day 2 Chip Leader

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