MANILA, PHILIPPINES, 02 JULY, 2026 \u2014 Casino Plus, one of the country\u2019s leading responsible digital entertainment platforms licensed by the Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR), has officially launched the 2026 Baccarat Grand Championship, a five-month competitive campaign organized in partnership with Bingo Plus and LaVie Resort & Casino.\n<\/p>\n
The Baccarat Grand Championship officially launched on July 1, 2026, with a prize pool of up to \u20b141.3 million.<\/b> Monthly finals will run from July to October, <\/b>with the top three players from each leg advancing to the live Grand Finals on November 28.<\/b><\/p>\n
For Casino Plus,<\/b> the new championship reflects the platform\u2019s continued commitment to elevating competitive digital entertainment while maintaining strong standards for responsible gaming, player protection, and regulated play.<\/p>\n
\u201cWith the Baccarat Grand Championship, we are connecting the scale of online competition with the excitement and prestige of a live finals event. This is where the industry is headed. Players expect experiences that are seamless, accessible, and trusted across both digital and physical environments. As we continue to elevate regulated entertainment, responsible gaming remains at the center. Player protection is not just a compliance requirement for us. It is built into every stage of the player experience,”<\/i>\u00a0 said Casino Plus CEO Evan Spytma.
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The 2026 Baccarat Grand Championship gives players the opportunity to qualify through consistent play from July to October. The structured qualification format is designed to reward top-performing players and build momentum leading into the November Grand Finals.\u00a0<\/p>\n
The Grand Finals will bring together qualified players, VIP guests, brand ambassadors, and entertainment personalities for a live championship event at LaVie Resort & Casino.<\/p>\n
Building on Casino Plus\u2019 <\/b>previous live tournament experience, the finals are expected to feature premium hospitality, curated entertainment, exclusive guest experiences, and a competitive live showdown for another Baccarat Grand Championship title.<\/p>\n
The 2026 Baccarat Grand Championship follows the success of the Second Baccarat Tournament Grand Finals held on January 31, 2026 at Newport World Resorts in Manila, where Casino Plus staged one of the country\u2019s biggest live baccarat tournament events with a P52 million total prize pool and a P30 million champion prize.<\/p>\n
RESPONSIBLE GAMING ADVISORY<\/b><\/p>\n
In accordance with PAGCOR\u2019s Responsible Gaming Code of Practice, Casino Plus wishes to remind all players of the following:<\/p>\n
Gaming is for entertainment purposes only.<\/b> It should not be considered a source of income or a means of financial relief. Players are encouraged to play responsibly and within their means.<\/p>\n
Winning is never guaranteed. <\/b>All gaming outcomes are determined by chance. Past results, including jackpot wins, do not influence or predict future outcomes.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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