The 2025 Merit Poker Carmen Series has officially made history.
With the final bell on late registration ringing at the end of Level 14, the $3,300 Main Event drew a staggering 881 entries, crushing the previous Carmen Series record of 765 from 2023. It also blew past last year’s 664-runner field, sending a clear message: poker in Cyprus has never been hotter.
What started with a packed tournament room quickly overflowed into the cash game area as players swarmed the Crystal Cove Hotel and Casino in search of a seat. By the time the final numbers were tallied, a six-figure first prize was locked in, and the Carmen Series had set a new bar for success.
From local grinders to international crushers, the atmosphere has been electric. There were queues at the registration desk, overflow into the cash game room, and even the dealers were feeling the buzz. This isn’t just another Main Event—it’s a milestone.
Now, with 277 players remaining on Day 2, the chase for the Carmen crown kicks into high gear. Who will ride this record-breaking wave all the way to the top?
Stay locked in to PokerNews for full coverage as we continue the journey toward crowning the next Carmen Series Main Event champion.
