CCPT 2025 Summary – Event 2 – February 12, 2025

Event Summary Bullets

Overall points Winner – Luc and Tony Tied at 13

Basement – Joe 8 – Nice to write that LMAO

SuperPush – Tony

Gross Money for the night – Luc $110

 Leaderboard – Luc (5700 points)

YTD Net Money Best- Luc $120

YTD Gross Money Best – Luc $190

 YTD Net Money Worst – Mark minus $50

YTD Most Wins – Luc 4

CCPT 2025 Season Event 2 Recap: A Night of Surprises at Mark’s  Poker Palace

The CCPT 2025 season Event 2 took place on February 12th, 2025, at the iconic Mark’s Poker Palace, and what a night it was! The atmosphere was electric as seasoned players battled it out, but it was clear from the start that this would not be just another routine game. A few surprises were in store as the leaderboard shifted and rivalries intensified.

The Results: Who Took Home the Points?

In terms of points for the night, it was an interesting mix of consistent performance and one-off bursts of brilliance.

• Tony and Luc both took the top spot with 13 points each, making a strong statement as the ones to watch for the rest of the season.

  • Tony’s journey to 13 points was highlighted by a steady performance, with standout finishes in rounds 3 and 4. His ability to maintain focus under pressure was clearly his edge.

  • Luc, matching Tony’s performance, displayed resilience throughout, particularly in rounds 1 and 2. Despite a quieter finish in the last two rounds, Luc made sure to secure his place among the top competitors.

• Asbell came in just behind with 11 points, showing up big in rounds 1 and 3. He’ll need to work on consistency if he wants to stay at the top, but he’s certainly a contender this season.

Last Year’s Rivals Struggling

Joe and Mark, who were last year’s winner and runner-up, respectively, found themselves struggling to find their rhythm this time around. After a stellar showing in 2024, they had hoped to continue their dominance, but it was clear that the competition was stiffer than ever.

• J0e, last season’s runner up, couldn’t make the same magic happen, finishing with just 8 points. With rounds 1 and 2 being his most promising, he’ll need to reassess his strategy for the next event.

• Mark, last year’s Champion, also fell short with only 9 points. The former favorite had a decent start, but the middle rounds didn’t go his way, and he couldn’t recover in time to fight for a higher finish.

Money on the Table: 2025 Gross Winnings

Looking at the gross winnings for the year so far, it’s clear that Luc is leading the pack with $190 in total earnings. He’s been playing with a high level of consistency, and his performance at this event solidified his position at the top.

• Asbell ($80) and Tony ($65) aren’t far behind, and both are likely to make things difficult for Luc in the coming months.

• John ($50), a quieter presence this year, may just be waiting for his moment to surge.

• On the other hand, Joe ($30) and Mark ($20) will be eager to break free from their recent slump and get back to their winning ways. The previous season’s success gives them the motivation to bounce back quickly and start climbing those winnings charts.

For players like Keith ($20) and Duane ($0), it’s been a slow start, but anything can happen in poker. They’ll be hoping to turn their luck around in the next few events.

Rivalries Heating Up

As the season continues, the rivalries between players are becoming more palpable. The competition for the top spots is getting fiercer, and with names like Luc, Tony, Asbell, Joe, and Mark all hungry for victory, it’s clear this year’s CCPT season is shaping up to be one for the books.

Luc and Tony are quickly becoming the two players to watch as the season progresses. Both showed that they can perform under pressure, and with Luc leading in the earnings race and Tony not far behind, expect to see a lot more head-to-head competition between these two in the coming events.

Mark and Joe, despite their slower start, are still formidable opponents. Their experience and previous successes mean they will likely push themselves hard to get back to the top. The rivalry between Joe, Mark, and Luc continues to build, and you can expect fireworks when these three square off in future events.

Looking Ahead: Event 3 at Tony’s Poker Palace

The next event in the CCPT 2025 season will take place at Tony’s Poker Palace on February 26th at 6:30 PM. With tensions running high, players will be ready to prove themselves and make a move in the standings.

Invites will be sent out soon, and with the way this season is going, it promises to be another unforgettable night of poker. Can Luc continue his dominance? Will Joe and Mark bounce back from their recent slump? And who else will emerge as a dark horse to challenge the frontrunners?

One thing is for sure – there’s no shortage of drama in this season of the CCPT, and it’s only just getting started.