• Players must be a NUSTAR Rewards Club Members
• Qualify by earning 100 Rewards Points from Table Games or 150 Rewards Points from Slots from June 30, 2026 (6:00 AM) to August 14, 2026 (10:30 PM.
• Universe member are entitle for a direct entry.

Ticket Printing:
Qualifying Round: August 14, 2026 from 5:30 PM to 10:45 PM
Semi-Final Round: August 15, 2026 from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM

June 30, 2026 to August 15, 2026

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QUALIFYING ROUND
August 14, 2026 (6:00 PM to 11:00 PM)

• During the tournament, there will be a total of 8 tables that shall be used. Each table consisting of 6 players.
• This is a sit and go format so players can join anytime of the game.
• Players will be given colored chips as an indicator of the number of hands they are currently in play. These colored chips do not have any cash value.
• Each player will be provided with Php20,000.00 worth of tournament chips (non-cash value).
• Qualifying round will consist of 12 hands.
• For every rotation, the “first to hit” button rule applies. This will serve as the indicator for whoever gets to hit the card first.
• There will be NO insurance bet and NO surrender allowed.

WILD CARD DRAW ROUND
August 15, 2026 (6:30 PM to 7:00 PM)

• Those players who did not make it to the Semi-Final round are qualified for an entry to the Wild Card draw.
• Three (3) players will be picked from the ticket barrel and will advance to the Semi-Final round.

SEMI-FINAL ROUND
August 15, 2026 (7:30 PM to 9:30 PM)

• Registration will start at 7:00 PM
• Participants for this round shall be composed of the Top 142 players from the Qualifying Round, three (3) Wild Card Winners, and five (5) pre-selected players from BD selection.
• This round will consist of 8 table by 6 players for each table in a sit and go format.
• Semi-Final round will consist of 15 hands and will start with Php50,000 tournament chips (no cash value). There will be NO insurance bet and NO surrender.
• 12th hand and 15th hand are both secret bet round and during this hands, there will a chip count.
• The “first-to-hit” button rule will apply in every rotation to determine the order of play.
• The Top Six (6) players with the highest chip counts will advance to the Final Round.
• All semi-finalists who do not advance to the final round will receive Php2,000.00 worth of promotional chips, distributed as follows:
  • Php1,000.00 will be issued on the first day of the semi-final round
  • Php1,000.00 will be issued upon their return on August 20, 2026, redeemable at the Rewards Club counter any time before 11:59 PM

FINAL ROUND
August 15, 2026 (10:00 PM to 11:00 PM)

• The Top 6 players from the Semi-Finals will compete in the Final Round.
• The Final Round will use one (1) table x six (6) players configuration.
• A total of Fifteen (15) hands will be played.
• Each player will start with Php50,000.00 worth of non-cash value tournament chips. All remaining chips must be returned at the end of the game.
• There will be NO insurance bet and NO surrender.
• Rankings will be based on the total number of chips remaining at the end of the game.
• The player who first reaches zero will be ranked last, followed by succeeding players accordingly.

TIE BREAKER RULE

• In the event of a tie in chip count during the Qualifying, Semi-Final, or Final Rounds, a tiebreaker hand will be conducted.
• The tiebreaker will consist of one (1) hand using a secret bet format, with each player starting with Php20,000.00 worth of tournament chips.

1. Open to all NUSTAR Rewards Club Members in good standing.
2. Proxies are not allowed during the game.
3. Tournament chips do not have any cash value.
4. Standard blackjack rules apply.
5. Players make their decisions (hit, stand, double or split except NO surrender and NO insurance bet). Dealer stand on all 17s and Blackjack pays 3:2.
6. General Terms and Conditions apply.

WAYS TO PLAY RESPONSIBLY

• Start by setting your time and money limits prior to playing.
• Think of gaming as a form of leisure, not as a way of making money.
• Take breaks in between.
• Don’t play when you’re vulnerable — intoxicated, upset, disoriented.

ARE YOU ALLOWED TO PLAY?

With respect to the existing laws, rules, and regulations of the Philippine government, the following persons are not allowed to play in any casino in the country:

• Persons under 21 years old
• Officials or employees of the Government or any of its agencies
• Members of the Armed Forces of the Philippines including the Army, the Navy, the Air Force, and the National Police

ARE YOU AT RISK? DO A SELF-CHECK.

• Are you spending more time and money on gambling than you can afford?
• Do you hide your gambling from other people?
• Have you borrowed money to satisfy your urge to gamble?
• Did you try to continuously win back your losses?

NEED HELP?

All gaming officers by the casino floors are prepared to assist patrons who feel that they need professional help. Hotline is also available 24/7 to members or to their immediate relatives for any gambling-related concerns.

EXCLUSION PROGRAMS

In cooperation with PAGCOR, individuals are offered an option to exclude themselves from Philippine casinos for a certain period. This can be done through Self-Exclusion or Family-Exclusion. For more information, you may visit www.pagcor.ph/regulatory or email [email protected].

• Self-exclusion
  You may apply for a self-exclusion program from any gaming establishment operated and regulated by PAGCOR for a period of six (6) months, one (1) year, or five (5) years. A self-exclusion period for the first six (6) months is irrevocable.

• Family-exclusion
  Immediate family members such as spouse, child at least (18) eighteen years old, or a parent, may request for a player’s exclusion for a period of six (6) months, one (1) year, or five (5) years.

PROFESSIONAL HELP AND COUNSELING CENTERS

We are partners with the following institutions should you need further help.

Metro Psych Facility
Dr. Sixto Antonio Avenue, MayBunga, Pasig City
Tel. No.: +63 2 8643 6056 loc. 112

• Cebu Metro Psych Facility
  Upper Malibu Beach Street, Subangdaku, Mandaue City, Cebu
  Email: [email protected]

PAGCOR Partner Facilities and Support Groups

Bridges of Hope Drugs and Alcohol Rehabilitation Foundation, Inc.
364 Aguirre Ave., Phase 3, BF Homes, Parañaque City
Contact: (02) 622-0193 / 09175098826 / [email protected]
Website: www.bridgesofhope.com.ph

Life Change Recovery Center
105 Scout Rallos St., Kamuning, Barangay Sacred Heart, Quezon City
Contact: (02) 415-7964 / 415-6529
Website: www.lifechangerecovery.com

Milestone Health and Wellness Center
58 Pedro Paterno, South Drive, Baguio City, Benguet
Contact: 09190009188
Website: www.milestonehealthcenter.com

Gamblers Anonymous Philippines
Contact: 09159382808
Website: www.gaphilippines.com