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India's Ashwin Vijayvergiya Wins DPT Grand Championship 2024
In a thrilling conclusion to the DPT Grand Championship held at the Deltin Royale in Goa last October, Ashwin Vijayvergiya emerged victorious, taking home a DPT bracelet and a prize money of ₹34,01,055.
The tournament, one of the most extensive poker series in India and abroad, attracted a total of 421 entries. Ashwin faced stiff competition, but his skill and determination shone through in the final showdown.
Nikhil Gutta, another prominent poker player, was the runner-up, walking away with a prize money of ₹37,13,653.
Ashwin Vijayvergiya, a Udaipur-based poker player, has built a strong reputation in the poker world. Known for his consistent performances in both live and online tournaments, he has won multiple major events and amassed significant earnings.
His poker career highlights include winning at least two World Series of Poker (WSOP) bracelets, including a victory in the WSOP Online Event #25: $1K No-Limit Hold'em Championship in 2025. His total recorded earnings exceed ₹1 crore (over 10 million INR), placing him among the top-ranked poker players in India.
Meanwhile, Roy D'Silva, a published author who has covered various beats, including poker, reported on the event. Another notable win at the DPT Grand Championship was Ankit Bhansali's victory in the NLH Bounty event.
Elsewhere, Adda52's Grand Poker Festival 2024 offers a total prize pool of ₹33+ million, promising more exciting poker action in the coming months.
With his latest win, Ashwin Vijayvergiya reinforces his position as one of India’s leading poker professionals with a strong record in high-stakes tournaments and online championships.
Ashwin Vijayvergiya's victory in the DPT Grand Championship, held at the Deltin Royale in Goa, granted him a payout of ₹34,01,055 and the DPT bracelet. His skill in casino-games, such as poker, allowed him to triumph in high-stakes tournaments, including sports-themed casino-games like NLH Bounty events.
