What nonsense... anyone can play in a room without contributing to the rake or the buy-in in this case.

You can even play at home and not have to travel anywhere. It's not as fun, of course, but it's a very economical option! I'm planning to do just that! :smile05:

I'm curious about the process of collecting contributions from the "losers." I just want to imagine what it will look like. Will they knock on every door and try to catch people by the hand – but the players are living in those rooms? And did you see "Fish" at the table yesterday? Please pay the rake! ...oh, you're just playing "solitaire"! Sorry. Or like this: you were making noise yesterday, so pay a contribution for the discomfort! :D

I'm in favor of increasing the prize pool and thereby increasing interest in the Main Event, but I think this should be expressed in voluntary donations from people who are NOT participating in the tournament.

Or treat everyone equally, and not divide them into poker players/spectators, to avoid murky issues and determining affiliations.

Let's say 3000 rubles from each participant. I suggest making the buy-in larger, because it's not serious at all. Many of the Heroes players spend about ten thousand rubles on poker in a day, spend 30-50 thousand on travel and accommodation, and play in the Main Event with a buy-in of 1500 – this is not serious, IMHO. The winners should at least cover their expenses and have some small profit from the trip, and receive a real incentive to play, travel, and show their skills!! 500 rubles from each spectator is normal, considering that they also pay for the conference room and don't claim anything – it's a kind of voluntary donation!
The basis of the prize pool should be made up of participants and, if possible, the organizers.

P.S. 10,000 dollars from the organizers!