After all the excitement of the 36th World Series of Poker, more major poker tourneys are coming your way. In August will the first London Poker Open 2005. And in November comes the Monte Carlo Millions to be held at the Sporting d'Hiver in Monaco from November 20-23, 2005.

The Monte Carlo Millions is being presented by the Prima Network, the largest network of online poker sites. With this tourney the Prima sites are offering the largest prize pool in the history of European tournament poker. The tournament will have a $3 million prize pool and will give the winner $1 million. Monte Carlo Millions is one of the most exclusive tournaments in the world. In today's world of cattle-call tournaments, the Monte Carlo Millions is breath of fresh air, allowing only 120 players to compete for the title and will feature some of today's top poker stars. Last year's field had Phil Ivey, Howard Lederer, Dave Ulliot, Chris Ferguson, Phil Laak, Tony Bloom, Mel Judah, and the Hendon Mob. A player can earn a seat in two ways: by personal invitation from renowned tournament director Matt Savage or by winning a satellite tournament. Satellite winners will get the $25,000 entry to the Millions and a $30,000 package that includes round-trip airfare to Monte Carlo and a five-night stay at the majestic Hotel Hermitage. And of course, don't expect poker TV watchers to get left behind. The tournament will be broadcast on stations around Europe, the US, Australia and Canada. The Monte Carlo Millions poker tournament presented by the Prima Network, will see action in November 20-23, 2005. Win a seat to the Monte Carlo Millions by playing online tournaments at Royal Vegas Poker, Gaming Club Poker, and 7 Sultans Poker. Poker, London Open 2005, Poker Tournaments, Monte Carlo Millions, World Poker Exchange