PokerStars Unveils New Timed Tournament Product

The world's largest online poker room, PokerStars, has just announced its latest product, modeled after its Zoom poker game. Titled, 'Beat the Clock' games, this latest product serves as a series of timed, Zoom TOURNAMENTS, ideal for those who enjoy more fast-paced games, or those who wish to further strengthen their poker skills. Players can conveniently access the tournaments via desktop or mobile devices, for easy enjoyment while on the move. The tournaments last just five minutes, and are made up of four hands. The object is for users to beat the clock, or remain in the game for every last second until time is up, while looking forward to potential cash prizes. The operator describes this latest experience as "fun, adrenaline-induced - for players looking for some rapid-fire poker action.' PokerStars is getting the word out about this exciting new product with the help of its brand ambassador, Cristiano Ronaldo, via a TV ad campaign. According to Ronaldo, "Beat The Clock requires you to think and act quickly with a high level of skill, which gives me the same rush of excitement that I experience on the pitch. The timed element of this game makes it fun to play and means I can get that quick adrenaline fix on the move.' PokerStars' director of POKER innovation and operations, Severin Rasset, commented, "We are constantly looking to innovate at PokerStars and believe Beat The Clock is a great new addition to our poker offering. It's the perfect format for those who want to fit in some quick, intense poker action and is ideal for mobile play, where, in just five minutes, players can experience all the emotions and excitement that only poker provides.'