RPT Championship II Main Event Champion Heads to GOP Phnom Penh 2026

Posted March 1, 2026 by Kira Yang

RPT Championship II poker tournament trophy with 15 Billion guaranteed prize pool.

The spotlight shines on the VND 22 Million buy-in Main Event at RPT Championship II, backed by a formidable VND 15 Billion guarantee — and once again, the reward extends far beyond the prize pool.

The road to the title begins on March 24, with five starting flights on schedule, giving players multiple opportunities to build a stack and secure their place in Day 2. Over several days of competitive play, the field will narrow toward a single champion — one who won’t just claim a trophy, but a ticket to the next stage.

GOP X RPT Championship II Main Event 

  • Date/s: March 24–28, 2026
  • Buy-in: VND 22,000,000 (~USD 845)
  • Guarantee: VND 15,000,000,000 (~USD 575,000)
  • Day 1A: Tuesday, March 24
  • Day 1B: Wednesday, March 25
  • Day 1C Turbo: Wednesday, March 25
  • Day 1D: Thursday, March 26
  • Day 1E Turbo: Thursday, March 26
  • Day 2: Friday, March 27
  • Final Day: Saturday, March 28

When the final hand is dealt on the 28th, the winner will lift two trophies, marking both prestige and progression, because this victory does not end in Hanoi.

Through its official partnership with Gods of Poker, the RPT Main Event champion will receive a GOP Main Event Package valued at USD 3,000 to GOP Phnom Penh 2026: The Coiled Path, creating a direct bridge between two major stops on the Asian poker calendar.

A majestic winged figure with fiery wings and crown promotes 'The Coiled Path' event.

The timing is seamless. The GOP Phnom Penh Main Event begins on March 30, just two days after RPT concludes.

The champion’s package includes:

  • 1 GOP Phnom Penh Main Event Seat valued at USD 1,540 
  • USD 1,460 in cash to assist with travel and hotel expenses

It’s not simply an added prize. It’s a continuation of momentum, and a chance to carry a title run straight into another international field.

A Partnership That Continues

RPT Championship II returns on the back of a breakthrough first season. The RPT Championship I Main Event exceeded expectations and generated a VND 16 Billion prize pool from 1,118 entries, cementing the series as a rising force in the regional scene.

That inaugural showing also partnered with GOP, awarded the champion two trophies and a GOP package, laying the foundation for the collaboration that continues today.

Poker champion Nguyen Van Dong An celebrates his RPT Championship victory with multiple trophies.

Nguyen Van Dong An

Nguyen Van Dong An claimed that career-headlining title and soon after, boarded a flight to compete at GOP’s debut: Eden Awakens in Jeju, South Korea, extending his winning momentum onto a larger stage.

This year, the pathway returns — bigger, clearer, and more deliberate.

Win in Hanoi. Continue in Phnom Penh.

About RPT Championship II

Poker chips and playing cards on a black 'Royal Poker' table during a game.

Running from March 19–30, 2026, RPT Championship II features a comprehensive 65-event lineup backed by a substantial VND 55 Billion series guarantee.

The action unfolds at the Royal Poker Club, located on the 2nd Floor, 195 Kham Thien Building, Dong Da District, Hanoi, where twelve days of championship events, high rollers, and side tournaments will welcome a diverse field of players.

And for one champion, the journey will extend beyond the walls of the club.

From Hanoi to Phnom Penh, the path forward is already set.

Terms & Conditions

  • The GOP Package (USD 3,000 value) includes one USD 1,540 GOP Phnom Penh Main Event entry and USD 1,460 cash, to be awarded upon arrival when the player checks in to officially claim their seat.
  • The Main Event seat must be used for GOP Phnom Penh 2026 and cannot be deferred to another stop.
  • The package is transferable, provided transfers must be approved by GOP and are final once confirmed.
  • GOP is not responsible for travel, visa, or personal arrangements beyond the stated inclusions.

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