400 Hands of Party Poker a Day

Poker fans are certainly in for a welcome treat at PartyPoker. The latest news coming out of poker central from the world's most celebrated online site, is that the Online Cash Game Championships are on their way. Starting now, PartyPoker is hosting the OCGC and fans are lining up to get in on the action.

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PartyPoker is opening up the world of poker to anyone and everyone who wants to play in the big time. Poker fans needn't be poker pros to get in on the action. In fact, it's game on for anyone and that most certainly includes poker greenhorns too. And during the tournament, a whirlwind series of poker games will be taking place. By the end of it all, a total prize pool of $250,000 will have been won.

How to get started with the tournament

• Stage 1 runs from the 5th to 9th April
• Players must opt in before stage one ends
• Betting starts at PartyPoker's $0.50/$1 no-limit Hold'em tables
• There are 7 levels
• Players need to play 400 hands of poker a day at each level
• Successful players move on to the final table on the 7th May

No-Limit Texas Hold'em tournament breakdown

Level 1 - From 5 - 9 April - $0.50/$1

Level 2 - From 12 - 16 April - $0.50/$1

Level 3 - From 19 - 21 April - $1/$2

Level 4 - From 26 - 27 April - $1/$2

Level 5 - From 29 - 30 April - $2/$4

Level 6 - On 3 May, the top 6 players get $10,000 each (T&C)

Level 7 - On 7 May: Final Table

• 1st place $40,000
• 2nd place $20,000
• 3rd place $10,000