Las Vegas, October 10, 2024 – Resorts World® Las Vegas, One Drop® Foundation, and WPT®
Foundation are excited to bring you the latest news about the Big Deal for One Drop, a $10,000
entry charity poker tournament at Allē Lounge on 66 at Resorts World on November 22, 2024.
The fully charitable tournament during Big Race weekend will feature Formula 1 personalities,
celebrities, and a few poker pros battling it out on the felt for prizes, money-can’t-buy
experiences, and bragging rights. Confirmed players include racing legends David Coulthard,
Martin Brundle, and Alex Wurz, Cirque du Soleil founder, Guy Laliberté, and the inaugural Big
One for One Drop winner, Antonio Esfandiari. The MC for the event will be the inimitable 17-time
bracelet winner, Phil Hellmuth.
A selection of confirmed prizes includes VIP access race experiences across the globe, and more!
- Singapore Grand Prix VIP experience for two, including private suite and hospitality tickets
for this prestigious race, inclusive of hotel stay in Singapore in October 2025. - Montreal Grand Prix VIP experience for two in Guy Laliberté’s home city courtesy of
event promoters Grand Prix du Canada. The package includes platinum tickets and VIP
hospitality and two passes for the renowned Ritz-Carlton Grand Prix party in June 2025. - Steve Aoki money-can’t-buy DJ booth experience for four, including a meet-and-greet
with Steve. Live the energy of the show from the DJ booth and enjoy bottle service and
hospitality from the best seats in the house courtesy of Steve. - Sustainable future of racing experience for four with VIP hospitality as guests and
courtesy of the Mahindra Formula E team at the AAB FIA Formula E World Championship
in 2025. - Ultra-limited-edition Dos Caras hand-numbered Gran Embajador Tequila for refined
tastes, value $10K+ per bottle courtesy of Dos Caras.
Since 2012, the WPT Foundation and One Drop Foundation are world leaders in charity poker,
having raised more than $75 million, combined. They have made a wide global impact in climate
and sustainability, with a special focus on the cause of safe and sustainable water.
For tickets and sponsorships, please contact: Laurent.Madore@onedrop.org
For media enquiries, please contact:
● The Pollack Group, RWLV@pollackgroup.com for Resorts World Las Vegas
● Warren Lush, warren@lushgamingconsultancy.com for One Drop Foundation
● Hermance Blum, hermance.blum@wpt.com for WPT Foundation
About Resorts World Las Vegas
Since opening in 2021, Resorts World Las Vegas has become the premier destination on the Las Vegas Strip. Developed by Genting Berhad, a publicly traded Malaysian corporation registered with the Nevada Gaming Commission, the $4.3 billion resort is dedicated to providing guests with a one-of-a-kind luxury experience, complete with exceptional service, exquisite design, and unparalleled amenities. In a partnership with Hilton Hotels & Resorts, Resorts World Las Vegas integrates three of Hilton’s premium brands into its resort campus. With over 3,500 guest rooms and suites, featuring modern design and luxurious touches, the property consists of Las Vegas Hilton at Resorts World, the resort’s full-service brand; Conrad Las Vegas at Resorts World, Hilton’s lifestyle luxury brand; and LXR, Hilton’s network of independent luxury properties, which operates as Crockfords Las Vegas, Genting’s internationally renowned ultra-luxury brand. The fully integrated resort boasts a wide range of world-class amenities and services including a 117,000 square foot state-of-the-art fully cashless casino floor, a 5,000 capacity theatre featuring the industry’s top headlining talent, distinct day and nightlife venues, a curated retail collection featuring designer and boutique shops, a stunning 27,000-square-foot spa and wellness center, over 50 food and beverage offerings from across the globe and more. Resorts World Las Vegas has ushered in a new world for luxury resorts, and invites guests to indulge with friends. Resorts World Las Vegas is Sharecare Health Security VERIFIED™ with Forbes Travel Guide while all three hotel brands are LEED Gold Certified. For more information, please visit rwlasvegas.com or find us on Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram.
About One Drop Foundation
At One Drop, we unite people and empower communities to solve the water and climate crisis through innovative, sustainable actions. Channeling the creative spirit of Cirque du Soleil, we rally local and international changemakers to raise funds and co-create solutions that drive life-changing projects worldwide. Together, since 2007, we have transformed the lives of nearly 3 million people in Latin America, India, Africa, and among Indigenous communities in Canada. Join us in turning water into action and creating a sustainable future with safe water for all. For more information about One Drop’s safe water initiatives, visit OneDrop.org.
About WPT Foundation
World Poker Tour Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to utilizing the exceptional World Poker Tour international platform to influence positive change on a global scale. The core of World Poker Tour Foundation’s fundraising efforts is the ongoing series of philanthropic poker events titled WPT Playing for a Better World. World Poker Tour Foundation and its associated charity events will help bring awareness and raise critical funds for non-profit programs of excellence. Since 2012, the WPT Foundation has helped raise nearly $50 Million with its partners. This unprecedented philanthropic effort is dedicated to improving our planet by supporting key charities in regards to human rights, education, world hunger and the environment.