Before horses leap from the starting gate at Newmarket, UltimateBet (UB) will launch an online Freeroll poker contest on April 15, 2004, at 5:30 p.m. ET, targeted at the UK racing and entertainment press. The grand prize winner will receive a trip for two to Aruba (valued at $10,000 USD). Additionally, nine other players will walk away with prize money.
The company will be informing the press of the tournament via a special invitation to register on the UB web site, ultimatebet and play with other press ONLY. The promotion is being held in conjunction with the Guineas races and the Jockey Club Stakes to demonstrate the link between horse racing and online poker. UltimateBet.com's mission is to deliver the same level of professionalism, responsibility, integrity and excitement to its players as the Jockey Club brings to elite horse racing.
"UB has made is easy and fun for everyone to play online poker," states Annie Duke, Professional Poker Player and member of Team UB. "The press will thoroughly enjoy the experience of playing in the No Limit Texas Holdem tournament with their peers, and possibly winning a free trip to Aruba -- what could be more fun!"
UltimateBet is the 2004 title sponsor for the UltimateBet.com (1000 and 2000) Guineas Festival, held in Newmarket, April 30, May 1 and 2, 2004, thus uniting the best in horse racing and online poker.
About UltimateBet
UltimateBet is a world-leading online poker site dedicated to providing the most professional poker experience on the Internet. Operated by eWorld Holdings, Inc., an international business corporation located in Antigua, UltimateBet.com serves customers worldwide by offering a secure site where they can enjoy playing poker online for recreation, chat with other players, get tips from professional poker players, and share in the excitement of winning.
At the UltimateBet online poker site you can play in real time Texas Holdem, Omaha, or 7 Card Stud, and participate in the best variety of tournaments and promotions -- all with winning prize pools.
