World Poker Tour announced overnight that WPT Macau, previously scheduled to take place at Cotai’s Wynn Palace from 18 to 24 June, would not go ahead.
This cancellation adds to a series of obstacles facing major tournament series in Vietnam. In December, the Asian Poker Tour (APT) had to discontinue the APT Hanoi Billions amid accusations of violating local gambling laws. Similarly, an Asian Poker Festival series planned for April in association with the Royal Poker Club in Hanoi was canceled under similar circumstances.
In a statement, the WPT said that, along with its partners Wynn Macau Ltd and Allied Gaming and Entertainment, they “regret any inconvenience or disappointment for players from around the world who were planning to travel to Macau and play in the event.”
It added, “WPT remains committed to working with Wynn Macau and AGAE in the future to bring world class poker tournaments back to the region.” It remains unclear why WPT Macau has been cancelled less than a month out. It is not believed the cancellation of WPT Macau is in any way related to happenings in Vietnam.
