- What is RPT?
RPT is Russia’s biggest Russian sport poker tournaments series. Every RPT round is held in different cities of Russian Federation. Each round includes several tournaments with different buy-ins and structure.
- When will RTP take place?
The first round of the tour will take place late January in St. Petersburg and was very succesfull, Moscow will hold its RPT stage in May 11-17. The geography of cities will expand very soon and will come with the other big cities of Russia.
- What is the meaning of “sport poker”?
Sport poker is an intellectual game and an official kind of sport in Russian Federation. All poker tournaments under the brand name of RPT are held in accordance with the sport poker regulations. All tournament results take toll on Sport Poker Federation’s rating.
- How can I take part in RPT?
There are two ways of participating in RPT: you can pass the registration process and pay the buy-in directly or you can register in a satellite for a cheaper price or for free and win the qualifying place.
- What “satellite” means?
Satellite is a selective tournament to the Main Event of an RPT stage (for example satellite to the tournament in Moscow with a buy-in worth of $7 000). The charge for participation in the satellite is much lower and the required sum for the entrance fee is formed out of total buy-inns paid by the satellite’s participants (sometimes this sum contains transportation costs, hotel and incidental expenses).
Online satellites usually confine gradual system where players can get their seat in the Main Event even for free. So, if you want to take part in the Main Event, you can join satellite at any stage. By winning in the first satellite you get an access to the next one which is more expensive. By winning the last stage of the satellite you get your seat at the Main Event.
In 2003 Chris Moneymaker, accountant from Tennessee, won the opportunity to participate in the largest poker tournament - main event of WSOP (World Series of Poker) with a buy-in worth of $10 000 through the $30 satellite. Mr. Moneymaker managed to win the first prize gaining $2 500 000.
- How can I participate in the satellite?
You can play satellite online uniquely on PokerStars.net and in the biggest poker clubs of Russia starting from 01.12.2008. You can find the satellite schedule on the official website of the tour - russianpt.com – in the satellite section.
- How can I play satellite on PokerStars?
If you don’t have PokerStars software, you can download it by the link in the right part of the screen following the system instructions. You can find PokerStars satellite schedule in the section «satellites» in the right part of the screen.
- How the shooting and broadcasting are performed?
The Main Event of every RPT stage will be broadcasted on national channel «Sport» (four programs will be devoted to every tournament). The broadcasting will show the play of the participants at the TV-table with the cameras fixed at every gaming place to let the viewers see the players’ hole cards. Besides the TV-table the tournament involves many ordinary tables. The players to play at the TV-table will be chosen randomly following the rules and regulations of RPT tournaments.
- Will my picture appear on TV?
If you participate in the Main Event of the tournaments held in St. Petersburg or in Moscow you are likely to be shown on TV during the tournament broadcasting on national channel «Sport». All the participants of Main Events shall confirm their consent on using their images on TV.
- Is it possible to play cash games if I get eliminated from the tournament?
Yes, you will be offered to play cash games along the tournament.
- Do I have to accept some terms by being a participant of RPT?
Yes. You can find out more about this in section TOURNAMENT – RULES.
- Am I allowed to sell or transfer my seat in the tournament that I won in the satellite?
No, all the seats that were won in satellites are personalized and can’t be transferred to third parties.
- Can I take someone with me if I win a satellite on PokerStars?
Yes, the participant’s package includes a double room in the hotel. But all other expenses on your guest are not stipulated.
- Is there any dress code on RPT events?
No, you are free to wear whatever you like.
- In what currency to buy-in at RPT events?
All buy ins at RPT are paid in Russian Rubles. The RPT facilities will have special exchange offices where you can change the currency with the agreeable rate.
- Shall I have any ID card to pass the RPT registration process?
You should have your passport with you in order to pass the registration at RPT Main Events. The registration process at other tournaments doesn’t require passport.
- What logos are allowed on players’ clothes?
RPT abides by the special rules relating to the logo placement on participant’s clothes. You can find out more about this in section TOURNAMENT – RULES.
- How to get to the city?
-The best way to get to Saint Petersburg or Moscow is to take plane. If you live in Scandinavia or Baltics you can also use train or ship. When you arrive to Saint Petersburg or Moscow our model-looking hostesses will meet you at the airport/train station/port and see you to our driver which will take you to the hotel.
- Do I need visa?
- All the foreign citizens of countries whichj are not listed below should apply for Russian visa to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Citizens of following countries don't need visa to Russa:
Azerbaijan
Armenia
Belarus
Bosnia & Herzegovina
Israel
Kazakhstan
China
Cuba
Macedonia
Moldova
Mongolia
Serbia & Montenegro
Tajikistan
Uzbekistan
Ukraine
Croatia
- How to get visa to Russia?
Considering the fact that poker in our country has become as an official kind of sport and Russian Sport Poker Federation is the partner of the tour we have all the means to make this process easier. Poker Style Group and Russian Sport Federation will send you the official invitation to the sporting event – RPT which will be the sufficient document to apply and get the visa. If any trouble occurs let us know and we will find the solution.
- What currency is in Russia?
It is Russian Rouble.
- What is the currency rate?
Current rate is about: 44 RR to 1 Euro
33 RR to 1 USD
- What payment methods are working in Russia?
You can pay both cash and bank card in the most restaurants, clubs, shops etc. But better keep some cash with you as you won't be able to pay for your taxi, museums, theatres and some smaller shops.
- What to see in the city between the competition?
Moscow is the capital and the largest city of the Russian Federation. It is a major political, economic, cultural, religious, financial, educational, and transportation centre of Russia. Moscow's architecture is world-renowned. It is also well known as the site of Saint Basil's Cathedral, with its elegant onion domes, as well as the Cathedral of Christ the Savior and the Seven Sisters. One of the most notable art museums in Moscow is the Tretyakov Gallery. The works of famous pre-Revolutionary painters, such as Ilya Repin, as well as the works of early Russian icon painters can be found in there. The State Historical Museum of Russia is a museum of Russian history wedged between Red Square and Manege Square in Moscow.
Moscow is also the heart of Russian performing arts, including ballet and film. There are ninety-three theatres, 132 cinemas and twenty-four concert-halls in Moscow. Among Moscow's many theatres and ballet studios is the Bolshoi Theatre and the Malyi.
Moscow has always been a popular destination for tourists. Some of the better known attractions include the city's UNESCO World Heritage Site, Moscow Kremlin and Red Square, which was built between the 14th and 17th centuries. The Church of the Ascension at Kolomenskoye, which dates from 1532, is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site and another popular attraction.
There is a vibrant night life in Moscow. The major and one of the most popular nightlife areas is around Tverskaya Street. The southern part of Tverskaya Street near the Manege Square and the Red Square area is known as an area with many expensive, luxurious bars and restaurants.There will be also an opening party in the city's best nightclub with a special program for the tour’s guests. You will also get help from the organizers about how to spend your time outside the tournament area during the whole week
- What is the tax situation in Russia?
In Russia tournament poker is legally considered as a sport and all the RPT events are the official events of Russian Sport Poker Federation. Due to the local tax legislation winners and prize-takers of the national sporting events do not have to pay any taxes from their winnings. After you arrive home you can be asked to pay tax only in case your country does not have a double taxation agreement with Russian Federation.
- How can I get to the hotel?
Moscow is the major transportation centre of Russia. The main airports in Moscow are: Sheremetievo 1, Sheremetievo 2, Domodedovo, Vnukovo.
All information how to get to the city from the airport is written below.
Sheremetyevo 1 airport
Located 5 kilometers from Sheremtyevo 2, Sheremetyevo 1 serves domestic flights and some charter flights. There is a shuttle service connecting both Sheremetyevo airports. Some minibuses stopping at the bus stop outside of the airport also go to Sheremetyevo 2 or Savelovskaya station. If you want to go to the city by Aeroexpress you should go to Sheremetyevo 2 first.
You can also take a taxi.
Sheremetyevo 2 international airport
There is a direct train from Terminal 2 International airport Sheremetyevo - Moscow Byturskaya (Savelovskaya station). Railway station situated in 250m from the terminal 2.
You can also take a bus. Note, that the buses operate only from 5.40 until 24.00. If you arrive later than 23.00 your only option is a taxi. You can just walk outside of the airport (ground floor, right wing exit) and in front of you there will be a bus stand. There are either buses or shuttles-marshrutkas. They work from 6.00 until 23:00 and go to the nearest metro stations «Rechnoy Vokzal»(green line) or «Planernaya» (violet line).
If there are no buses on this stop, you can go to another stop. You have to walk to the right (if the airport is behind you) and then down 100 meters along the fence to the direction opposite of the airport until you see a bus stop (just a yellow plate with a letter «A» on it). There are buses ¹817, ¹851, ¹817.
Complimentary bus service is operating on the route to the Aerocity railway terminal. The bus stop is located next to the Arrival Hall exit. Passengers arriving to the Shremetyevo-2 terminal can access Aerocity railway terminal through the elevated passage located next to the Departure hall.
Domodedovo airport
You can get to the center of Moscow easily at any time. A modern highway links Domodedovo International Airport with the capital by the passenger terminal that allows reaching the city by public transport, taxi or car. You can choose the most convenient for you mode of transport among the following key options.
The comfortable high-speed Aeroexpress train travels to and from Domodedovo airport. It will take you to the Paveletsky railway station. The ticket desks are in the right wing of the airport complex from the central entrance just before an exit to the railway platform.
Modern Scania express buses travel from the airport to Domodedovskaya metro station
(a shuttle service). You can acquire a bus ticket in the passenger terminal, near the 0 (zero) counter at the domestic arrivals area. The bus stop is at the right wing of the Domodedovo passenger terminal.
Vnukovo airport
You can reach the city by Vnukovo-Moscow Aeoexpress.
Underground railway station is located to the left from the airport building. Tickets can be purchased in Aeroexpress ticket windows situated on the upper floor of the station. The electric train arrives at the Kievksiy railway station.
All information how to get to the hotel from the city is written below.
Aeoexpress or bus will take you to some metro station or to the railway station, where you will always find metro. Hotel «Renaissance» is situated not far from the Prospect Mira radial station (orange line). You can consult the metro map.
In the picture you can see the way from Prospect Mira radial station to the hotel.
