Daniel Cates, a renowned figure in the world of poker, has recently announced his participation in the Unibet Deepstack Open Marrakesh. Known for his dominance in both live and online poker over his 17-year career, Cates has made a name for himself as a fearless mixed game player specializing in short-handed formats. He has achieved remarkable success in high-stakes cash games and has even secured back-to-back victories in the $50,000 buy-in Poker Players Championship at the World Series of Poker in 2021 and 2022.
Recently, Cates made headlines when he called out David Oppenheim on social media for allegedly failing to pay a $100,000 bet regarding their attractiveness to women and gay men. While the details of the bet remain unclear, Cates’ post generated significant attention. However, it was another post on Instagram where Cates revealed his upcoming participation in the Unibet Deepstack Open in Morocco that caught the eye of many.
The Unibet Deepstack Open Marrakesh, set to take place at the El Saadi Casino, promises ten days of thrilling poker tournaments with buy-ins ranging from 1950 Moroccan Dirham to 20,000 Moroccan Dirham. A special Pot-Limit Omaha cash game featuring Cates has also been scheduled as part of the event. The announcement of Cates’ involvement in the game sparked interest among poker enthusiasts, including one individual who expressed a desire to join but was reportedly vetoed by Cates due to his recent successes and good looks.
Despite not being able to play in the Pot-Limit Omaha cash game, the individual managed to secure a role as a commentator for the event. As a brand ambassador for Unibet, it was deemed important for Cates to feel comfortable, and the individual looks forward to analyzing Cates’ gameplay during the tournament. The event organizers expressed excitement about the return to Marrakesh and the El Saadi Casino, highlighting additional surprises such as the inaugural ‘Vlad Casino live tournament’ and blackjack and roulette tournaments.
The highlight of this year’s UDSO Marrakesh will be the livestream coverage, featuring the $20/$40 PLO Cash Game on Monday night and the final tables of various tournaments. Viewers can watch the action for free on the official UDSO website, providing a unique opportunity to witness top-tier poker gameplay in a prestigious setting.