The former NFL player will be part of the event in November
NFL legend Rob Gronkowski is set to bring his competitive spirit from the football field to the poker table. It’s been announced that the four-time Super Bowl champion will be joining “The Big Game on Tour” TV show as part of the North American Poker Tour (NAPT). The event is scheduled to take place in November at Resorts World Casino in Las Vegas. Gronkowski, well known for his success with the New England Patriots, is ready to tackle this new challenge and dive into the world of high-stakes poker.
In a statement, the FanDuel ambassador expressed his enthusiasm for trying his hand at poker, stating that he’s “always up for a challenge” and excited to compete alongside some of the best players. He plans to bring the same energy and focus that made him a football star to the poker table.
Joining Gronk in the action will be sports media personality Nick Wright, who has a long history with poker, having played in the World Series of Poker and competed against poker legend Phil Hellmuth. Wright shared his excitement, calling it a “dream come true” to play in the Big Game, which he described as one of his favorite poker shows.
Fans of both Gronkowski and Wright will have the opportunity to join them at the table through a special contest hosted by PokerStars and its sister brand, FanDuel. Two winners will earn North American Poker Tour Gold Passes, which include a $5,300 buy-in for the main event, travel expenses, and hotel accommodations.
The NAPT will also feature auditions for The Big Game, where one “Loose Cannon” player will be bankrolled to play in a high-stakes cash game against poker’s elite. Gronkowski’s debut in the poker world promises to add some extra excitement to the upcoming NAPT event in Las Vegas.
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