2025 POKERSTARS OPEN CAMPIONE : Darius Neagoe dominates Main Event DAY 1AB chipcount
2025-03-13 - RICHARD Fabien
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The PokerStars Open Campione got off to a flying start, with the stars of the poker world shining brightly on the very first day of the Main Event !

When the chips stack up and the stares lock in, history is in the making. In Campione, the prestigious PokerStars Open 2025 set the tone right from the start, with a Day 1AB that lived up to all expectations.

 

A Grand Spectacle for a Dazzling Debut

 

 

In the magnificent setting of the Casinò di Campione, poker enthusiasts witnessed an unforgettable opening day. This $1,100 Main Event attracted players from across Europe and beyond, drawn by the promise of an exceptional prize pool and a high-stakes battle. From the very first hands, the intensity was palpable. With masterful bluffs, brilliant plays, and early eliminations, Day 1AB delivered a thrilling mix of adrenaline and suspense.

At the end of this opening day, one name stood out at the top of the leaderboard: Darius Neagoe. The Romanian player showcased impressive skills, amassing a massive stack that puts him in an ideal position for the rest of the tournament. With a sharp playing style and an outstanding ability to read his opponents, Neagoe navigated through a tough field to claim the lead.

But behind him, the battle is far from over. Familiar faces from the circuit are still in contention, and the margins remain tight. The title contenders are not ready to make it easy for him, and the upcoming tournament days promise to be electrifying.

Here is the Top 10 chip count after Day 1AB:

  • Darius Neagoe – 417,000 chips
  • Terrance Reid – 413,500 chips
  • Sebastian Kotowicz - 398,600 chips
  • David Nir – 347,400 chips
  • Ioannis Salonikis – 295,900 chips
  • Ettore Cuzzone – 251,600 chips
  • Alice Sicconi– 249,200 chips
  • Benyamin Canatan – 230,600 chips
  • Pascal Pflock – 218,100 chips

For now, among the French players, it is Jacques Bellity who holds the most chips with 208,500.

With such deep stacks in play and a field of this caliber, the action is bound to escalate further in Day 2. The road to the final table is still long, and every pot could shape the destiny of a player.

 

The PokerStars Open Campione has only just begun, and one thing is certain: this tournament has all the makings to leave an indelible mark on the 2025 poker season. The cards are in the air, and the battle continues!

 

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(Photo credits: PokerNews )