The luxurious City of Dreams Manila has hosted dozens of prestigious poker tournaments over the years, and this June it will add another landmark event to its growing legacy — the inaugural The Hendon Mob Asian Championship.
The highly anticipated championship will take place during the upcoming SiGMA Poker Tour (SPT) Manila festival, running from May 30 through June 4, with a massive ₱20 million guaranteed across the six-day poker series.
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SiGMA Poker Tour Expands Into Asia
Following the success of the inaugural SiGMA Poker Tour event in Brazil, SiGMA founder Eman Pulis expressed excitement about expanding the growing poker tour into the Asian market.
According to Pulis, the partnership between SiGMA Poker Tour, The Hendon Mob, and the Global Poker Index represents a major step toward building a truly global poker circuit that connects players worldwide.
The Manila series is expected to attract both regional poker professionals and international poker enthusiasts looking to compete in high-value live poker tournaments.
SPT Manila Main Event Details
The SiGMA Poker Tour Manila officially begins on May 30 with a satellite into the SPT Main Event.
The Main Event features:
- ₱36,000 buy-in
- ₱15 million guaranteed prize pool
- Multiple Day 1 flights
- Championship finale on June 4
Players will have five Day 1 opportunities to qualify for Day 2, including a turbo-structured Day 1e flight on June 2.
SiGMA Poker Tour Manila Schedule
| Date | Time | Event | Guarantee |
| Sat 30 May | 1:00 p.m. | ₱4,000 Satellite to SPT Main Event | 3 Seats |
| Sun 31 May | 1:00 p.m. | ₱36,000 NLHE SPT Main Event Day 1a | ₱15,000,000 |
| Sun 31 May | 3:00 p.m. | ₱10,000 NLHE Double Stack Turbo | ₱300,000 |
| Sun 31 May | 6:00 p.m. | ₱36,000 NLHE SPT Main Event Day 1b | ₱15,000,000 |
| Mon 1 June | 1:00 p.m. | SPT Main Event Day 1c | ₱15,000,000 |
| Tue 2 June | 1:00 p.m. | Turbo Day 1e | ₱15,000,000 |
| Wed 3 June | 1:00 p.m. | Main Event Day 2 | Final Table Reached |
| Thu 4 June | 1:00 p.m. | Main Event Final Table | Champion Crowned |
Conversion rate is approximately ₱60 per $1.
THM Asian Championship Takes Center Stage
The inaugural THM Asian Championship begins on June 3 at 2:00 p.m. local time.
The tournament includes:
- ₱12,000 buy-in
- ₱3,000,000 guaranteed prize pool
- Two-day tournament format
- Final day on June 4
This historic poker event is expected to become one of the major highlights of the Asian poker calendar.
Roland Boothby explained that Manila was the ideal destination to launch the THM Asian Championship because of its strong reputation for delivering world-class poker events over the past decade.
Champion Receives South African Million Package
The winner of the THM Asian Championship will receive more than prize money and poker glory.
The champion will also earn a South African Million 2026 package valued at approximately €2,500, including:
- Seven nights accommodation
- Venue transfers
- Entry into the THMC South Africa Million
- Additional tournament benefits
The South African Million event will be held at GrandWest Casino and Entertainment World from November 20 through December 1.
Previous South African Million Champions
Several notable poker players have previously captured titles in the South African Million event.
Recent South African Million Winners
| Year | Champion | Country | Prize Won |
| 2023 | Rachid Amamou | Switzerland | $20,036 |
| 2024 | Muaaz Gani | South Africa | $20,989 |
| 2025 | Sean Bloom | South Africa | $20,153 |
The tournament continues to grow annually, attracting larger player fields and increasing international attention.
Global Poker Growth Continues
The launch of the THM Asian Championship demonstrates the continued global expansion of live poker tournaments. Asia remains one of the fastest-growing regions for competitive poker, with Manila serving as a key destination for major international poker festivals.
With large guarantees, prestigious titles, and international partnerships, the SiGMA Poker Tour Manila festival is expected to become one of the standout poker events of 2026.
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FAQs
1. What is the THM Asian Championship?
The The Hendon Mob Asian Championship is a new live poker tournament launching during the SiGMA Poker Tour Manila festival.
2. Where is the THM Asian Championship taking place?
The tournament will be held at City of Dreams Manila in the Philippines.
3. What is the guaranteed prize pool for the THM Asian Championship?
The event features a ₱3,000,000 guaranteed prize pool.
4. When does the SiGMA Poker Tour Manila festival begin?
The SiGMA Poker Tour Manila runs from May 30 to June 4, featuring multiple poker tournaments and events.
5. Where can I read more poker tournament news?
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