SPT Manila to Combine Poker, Business and Events

The SiGMA Poker Tour heads to the Philippines for its Manila stop from May 31 to June 4, with City of Dreams Manila hosting five days of tournament action and a combined PHP 20 million (≈$323,675) in guarantees.

The schedule is built around the PHP 40,000 (≈$650) SPT Main Event, which carries a PHP 15 million (≈$242,755) guarantee and features five starting flights. Day 1A and Day 1B Turbo open the series on May 31, before Day 1C, 1D and 1E Turbo play out across the following two days. The tournament then moves into Day 2 on June 3, with the final table set for June 4.

SiGMA Poker Tour Manila Full Schedule

Other events on the schedule include the PHP 15,000 Sigma Bounty, PHP 15,000 Mystery Bounty, a PHP 5,000 Deepstack Turbo and a PHP 5,000 Last Chance event, alongside daily satellites into the Main Event.

The festival will also mark the Asian debut of The Hendon Mob Championship. The PHP 12,000 (≈$194) tournament runs June 3-4 with a PHP 3 million (≈$48,551) guarantee.

“Bringing The Hendon Mob Championship to Asia marks a key milestone in our journey to build a truly global live event circuit,” said Roland Boothby, Head of Partnerships at Global Poker Index and The Hendon Mob. “Manila is the ideal launchpad, and we are thrilled to partner with SiGMA Poker Tour to deliver this historic debut.”

Away from the tables, the series leans heavily into the conference and networking side tied to the wider SiGMA brand. Main Event packages include access to the SiGMA conference, official celebration events, ambassador meet-and-greets and hotel accommodation options.

The festival is being held in partnership with Soul Poker Club at City of Dreams Manila, one of the Philippines’ best-known poker and casino destinations.

“Hosting the SiGMA Poker Tournament at City of Dreams Manila represents a major milestone for Soul Poker Club,” said CEO Edgar Kim. “This collaboration reflects our commitment to elevating poker in the Philippines through world-class events, premium service, and meaningful global partnerships.”

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