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ournEvent of ChampionsÂŽ, the trail blazing concept that has made it possible for more gaming enthusiasts to experience the thrill of slot tournament excitement than any other competition of its kind, is rolling out its tour buses in search of another $1 million grand prize winner. Its developer, Everi Games Inc., a subsidiary of Everi Holdings Inc., a leading provider of slot content, technology and gaming-related software for the global casino industry, created the vast international casino presence of TournEvent of Champions. 10
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Because it isn’t linked to a casino brand, this unique tournament is hosted by properties located in nearly every gaming region in the country. Last year alone, more than 200,000 players competed at 88 destinations across the United States, Canada and Peru for proprietary prizes, as well as a spot in the championship tournament. The ultimate quest for a l l 2017 TournEvent of Champions participants is to earn a trip to the 2017 Championship (The Million Dollar Event) on October 4 at XS Night Club in the Wynn/Encore Resort in Las Vegas, Nevada.
On September 28 of last year, Lisa Knox representing Riverwalk Casino Hotel in Vicksburg, Mississippi, emerged victorious over 142 competitors to claim the 2016 title, a $1 million prize, championship ring and a cruise for two on Norwegian Cruise Line. With well over 50 casinos already signed up to participate in the Midwest and South, and new ones coming on board every day, TournEvent of Champions is certain to appear this year at a casino near you. Tony Phong savat h, Promot ions Specialist with Everi, said that with