Big Deal for One Drop 2025 Returns to Resorts World Las Vegas

Created by Guy Laliberté, founder of Cirque du Soleil, Lune Rouge, and the One Drop Foundation, the Big Deal blends competitive poker with philanthropy. Players buy in for $5,300 USD, with $1,000 going directly to One Drop’s mission to provide access to safe water, and the rest fueling the prize pool.
Re-buys and add-ons of $1,000 will also be available.

Poker legend Phil Hellmuth will emcee the event, while actress Jennifer Tilly returns after her strong 2024 performance. Racing icon David Coulthard will also take part, alongside an auction of exclusive prizes.

The tournament is open to the public, but seats are limited. 

Last year’s Big Deal featured a star-studded mix of racing and poker personalities:

Racing: David Coulthard, Martin Brundle, Mika Häkkinen, Otmar Szafnauer, Alex Wurz

Poker: Antonio Esfandiari, Maria Ho, Daniel “Jungleman” Cates, Tony Dunst, Matt Savage, Jeff Gross

Winner: Derek Adamian (expected to return in 2025 to defend his title)

This year, the Big Deal for One Drop partners with Fan Prix, a new interactive festival running from November 20–22 at Resorts World’s The Complex.

Highlights include:

The collaboration adds a new dimension, merging poker, motorsport, and charity into one unforgettable Race Week celebration.

The charity event will be played in a Texas NL format and attract F1 sponsors, drivers as well as spectators that can chip in the buy-in. Rebuys and add-ons will be allowed.

Date: Friday, November 21, 2025

Location: Allē Lounge on 66, Resorts World Las Vegas

Welcome reception: 11:00 a.m.

Tournament begins: 12:00 p.m.

Buy-In: $5,300 (with $1,000 for One Drop Foundation)

Open to: Public, with limited seating