FAQ
What poker game will be played in the Unibet Open?
All Unibet Open events are No Limit Texas Hold’em.
What is the buy-in for the Unibet Open?
The buy-in is €1,500 + €150.
Is there an agreement I need to sign to play in the Unibet Open?
Yes. A condition of entry into the Unibet Open will be the completion and signing of a TV release form, details of which can be viewed at the Unibet Open site under “Tournament and Payout Structure” and “Event Terms and Conditions”. The agreement will be provided upon arrival at the casino venue (Casinos Poland at the Hyatt Regency Warsaw) at the Unibet Open. To view the tournament structure and venue information, visit our site, www.unibetopen.com – we will be updating it soon and the site will be updated on a regular basis.
Can I play even if I don’t sign the agreement?
No, the release form is a requirement for participation in the Unibet Open.
How old do I have to be to participate?
The minimum age to play in the Unibet Open is established by the host casino. In Warsaw, the minimum age is 18.
What is the currency in the Casino?
The currency used at the Casino is mainly PLN (Zloty).
For up-to-the-minute exchange rates, please visit www.oanda.com
How much does it cost to enter?
There are daily satellites to the Unibet open ranging from freerolls to €25 Euro buy in qualifiers. The Sunday final costs €100 + €9.
Alternatively, you may buy-in to the event directly. Direct buy-in costs €1,500 + €150. The direct buy-in option will available from Thursday, 1st October 2008.
How can me or my friends buy in directly to the event?
Once the direct buy in option is live, you buy-in in the Unibet Poker client. Do this as follows:
- Log into the Unibet Poker Software
- Click on “Tournaments”
- Click on “Special”
- Select the “Unibet Open DIRECT BUY-IN” tournament
- Buy in to the tournament
- You will, within 24-72 hours, receive an email from the Unibet Poker Team providing you with all the information you require for the Unibet Open.
If I win a seat to the Unibet Open, can I sell it?
No. You must attend the event and play the seat you win – if you’re unable to attend, the prize is forfeited.
I won a seat! What do I do now?
You will receive an email from someone on the Unibet Poker Team describing the basics of the package and telling you what to do next. You will also receive a “follow up” email just prior to the event and it will serve as confirmation of your seat to the event, as well as your accommodation arrangements.
I have won a Unibet Open prize package (including seat, hotel and spending money) - can I bring a guest?
Yes. If you have qualified for the Unibet Open through winning a satellite tournament, or from one of Unibet’s online promotions, your prize package will more than likely include a double room where your guest may sleep at no extra cost. Please note that, all other costs incurred by your guest, such as meals, travel, internet etc, will not be covered in your prize package – they are for your guest’s account.
My package included €350 spending money. What’s that for?
The spending money (which has been credited to your Unibet account) is to be used towards your airfare and other travel expenses. Unibet supplements your travel arrangements with this amount. If you bring a guest, your guest is responsible for their own travel arrangements. If your travel arrangements cost more than this amount, the balance is for your own account.
Will I have access to my Unibet poker account to get cash while I’m attending the Unibet Open?
Not necessarily, so we advise that you please bring all the cash you need for incidentals and side play at the event.
Is my food included in the price of the trip?
If you have won a package that includes accommodation, breakfast is included as part of your hotel arrangements. We will provide a dinner meal as well – only on the days that you play. This will probably be provided at the casino. Your guest is responsible for their own meal arrangements.
Who runs the Unibet Open events?
They are organised by Unibet International, a publicly listed company on the Stockholm stock exchange.
Do I need a passport to attend the Unibet Open and/or the Casino?
Yes. All players traveling abroad will need a passport - and you will need to present your passport at the casino for entry/registration. If you don’t have a passport, please ensure you have another form of acceptable identification. If you wish to play games in the casino, you will definitely need a form of identification.
How will I get paid if I win the tournament?
All winnings will be paid to either your Unibet Poker account, or, by special arrangement, to your bank account.
I have won a Unibet Open prize package - do I have a hotel reservation?
Yes. Your hotel room will be booked in your name by Unibet for the specified dates. If you need to extend or amend your stay, you must contact the hotel directly. Unibet cannot do this for you. Players who have bought seats directly will need to make their own accommodation arrangements. Hotel information will be provided to qualified players a few weeks before the event.
What logos am I allowed to wear?
Unibet Open has rules on the wearing of branded logos by players at Unibet Open events. Please visit www.unibetopen.com for the “Event Terms and Conditions” (we will update this shortly).
Will I appear on television?
Unibet Open events may be televised, including a featured ’show’ table, for broadcast on various satellite and terrestrial TV channels throughout the world. All Unibet Open contestants are obliged to sign a TV waiver form before play commences. Any player who does not sign the TV waiver will not be allowed to participate in the tournament.
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