EPT Monte Carlo 2026: Italian Donnini Leads Open Event, Camosci Successful on Two Fronts

The 2026 European Poker Tour (EPT) Monte Carlo stop recently kicked off at the legendary Monte Carlo Casino in Monaco. As one of the most prestigious stops on the EPT season, Monte Carlo attracted top poker talents from around the world to compete for massive prizes and glory.

In the Open event that has already concluded, Italian player Donnini performed exceptionally well, achieving the best result among all Italian participants and leading the chip counts at one point. His solid play and precise decisions in key moments drew applause from the live audience. Although the final finishing position has yet to be announced, Donnini's performance has energized the Italian poker community.

Meanwhile, another Italian player, Camosci, became a "double-line hero." It is reported that Camosci registered for both the Main Event and a side event, and advanced successfully in both, showcasing remarkable adaptability and competitive form. In the poker world, maintaining high-level performance across different tournaments simultaneously is extremely challenging, and Camosci's achievement adds further luster to Italian poker.

The EPT Monte Carlo stop is renowned for its luxurious venue and high-level competition. This year's event features multiple tournaments at different buy-in levels, covering formats such as No-Limit Hold'em and Pot-Limit Omaha. The Main Event final table is expected to be decided over the weekend, where the champion will lift the iconic EPT trophy and take home a substantial prize.

Italian poker has seen a surge of talent in recent years, and the standout performances of Donnini and Camosci further solidify the country's position on the European poker map. As the tournament progresses, whether these two players can maintain their form and contend for the title is something all poker enthusiasts should watch closely.