• Red Bull Home Ground storms into its fifth year, bringing the world’s top VALORANT teams and rising stars to Manhattan, New York, from November 13 to 16.
• A lineup of international powerhouses – including invited teams and qualifier champions – will battle it out in an intense off-season showdown.
• Defending champions T1 will aim to retain their crown, against giants including Fnatic, Sentinels, ZETA DIVISION, and G2 Esports, with more teams to be determined through the global Play-In stage and invites.
• Leading gaming monitor brand AGON by AOC returns as official Monitor Partner for Red Bull Home Ground, delivering high-performance displays to support peak gameplay throughout the tournament.
• Tickets are available for purchase via Ticketmaster

Red Bull Home Ground, the pro VALORANT invitational, is set to make its return with a blockbuster fifth edition, bringing together the world’s top teams to New York City, for one of the most exciting showcases in the esports calendar. From November 13–16, the iconic Hammerstein Ballroom at the Manhattan Center will host four electrifying days of competition, as global giants and rising stars fight to claim the title of 2025 off-season champions.

This year, Red Bull Home Ground will feature a stacked lineup of elite contenders. Returning champions T1 are ready to defend their crown, joined by two-time VCT Global Event winners Fnatic and fan-favourites G2 Esports, Sentinels, and ZETA DIVISION. Joining these giants will be the two top teams who earn their place through the Play-In Stage and an additional team to be revealed – a gauntlet of global qualifiers open to all in India, USA, Spain, Turkey, Chile, Egypt, Belgium, Germany, South Africa, Netherlands, Japan, and EMEA qualifiers, giving players around the world the chance to earn a spot to go against the best-of-the-best on the main stage. The final main stage slot will be revealed at a later date.

For the first time, the Red Bull Home Ground World Final will be hosted in the United States, taking place at the legendary Hammerstein Ballroom in Manhattan. Known for its grand Beaux-Arts architecture and storied history hosting icons like The Grateful Dead and Guns N’ Roses, the venue offers a perfect blend of classic New York legacy and modern spectacle for this high-stakes tournament. The action kicks off on November 13-14, with both days dedicated exclusively to the Play-in stage and the opening stages of the competition. For fans eager to experience the action live, tickets for the public main stage event on November 15-16 are available for purchase via Ticketmaster.

At last year’s Red Bull Home Ground in Berlin, fans were treated to an unforgettable grand final as T1 stormed to victory over Cloud9, clinching the championship title with a dominant 3-1 series. With every edition, Red Bull Home Ground has elevated the VALORANT off-season calendar, known for its fast-paced format, jaw-dropping plays, and international flair. Red Bull Home Ground continues to be a staple tournament for pro teams looking to compete against the best competition and for fans ready to witness thrilling match-ups.

Watch Red Bull Home Ground live from 13 – 16 November via Red Bull Gaming’s Twitch and YouTube channels.

For tickets and more information, visit: ticketmaster.com/promo/p7pf2b

16 all-expenses-paid packages up for grabs in two satellites on Sunday, June 29th and July 6th

ACR Poker is heading back to beautiful Punta Del Este, Uruguay this August for the Enjoy Poker Series and once again it is giving players the chance to win their way to the huge $1 million GTD Main Event via online satellites.

A whopping 16 all-expenses-paid Main Event packages, worth $5,500 each, will be awarded in two Punta del Este Satellites taking place on Sunday, June 29th (eight packages) and Sunday, July 6th (eight packages) at 5:05pm ET on ACR Poker. That’s a total of $88,000 worth of guaranteed value. To get involved, players can buy-in for just $95 or qualify for free by ranking on the Beast weekly leaderboard.

Each $5,500 package includes the buy-in to the $1 million GTD Main Event, a 10-night hotel stay at the Enjoy Punta del Este Resort & Casino from August 1st to 11th, travel expenses, and a host of epic poker and off-felt experiences.   

“There’s nothing like the energy of a live poker event, especially the Enjoy Poker Series in stunning Uruguay,” said ACR Pro Chris Moneymaker. “These online satellites give every player the chance to turn a small investment into a world-class live poker experience. It’s your shot to win big, travel in style, and play alongside some of the best in the game.”

The Enjoy Poker Series takes place from August 1st to 9th, offering players the very best of live poker in beachfront luxury. Beyond poker, players can enjoy pristine beaches, fine dining, and epic nightlife at the Punta del Este Resort & Casino, located along Uruguay’s breathtaking Atlantic Coast.

Moneymaker also noted that before the first Punta del Este Satellite kicks off this Sunday at 5:05pm ET, players can still join the final Vegas Main Event Satellite at 2:05pm ET that same day. The Vegas satellite guarantees 10 packages worth $12,500 each and offers players one last shot at an unforgettable trip to Sin City to compete on poker’s biggest stage against the world’s best players.

For further details on the Punta Del Este Satellites, read the ACR Poker Blog or visit ACRPoker.eu.

The Potomac Poker Open is going all in at MGM National Harbor, August 13-25.

The region’s leading poker tournament is set to take over the premier entertainment destination for 13 days of exciting events and major winnings. Featured events include seven $750,000 guaranteed Opener tournaments and a $1,000,000 Main Event. Additional events include Cakes Classic Bounty, No Limit Hold’em High Roller, Charity Series of Poker (CSOP), Double Stack No Limit Hold’em, five Mixed Game events and more.

MGM National Harbor Potomac Poker Open Schedule

To view the event schedule or for more information visit mgmnationalharbor.mgmresorts.com/en/casino/potomac-poker-open.html

MGM National Harbor no longer withholds any auto-gratuity from the buy-in for staff. In lieu of withholding, each event will offer an optional Add-On, included in the total Buy-In listed on the schedule. Starting stacks represented, include the optional add-on. Please see individual structure sheets for a complete breakdown. Must be 21+. Please play responsibly, for help visit mdgamblinghelp.org or call 1-800-GAMBLER.