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‹WPF Ladies Weekend 2025
WPF Ladies Weekend 2025
WPF Ladies Weekend 2025
South Africa Stop
CT Poker Room, hosted by Tariro Vanderlinden
24October 2025
Hosted at
CT Poker Room
The Stop
About the South Africa stop
The Cape Town Poker Sports Association brought the WPF Ladies Weekend to South Africa, hosted at the CT Poker Room in Cape Town. Leading this stop was Tariro Vanderlinden, a rising player and advocate for women in poker, who connected the local community to this global celebration across more than 15 cities worldwide.
The Venue
CT Poker Room
CT Poker Room is one of Cape Town’s leading poker venues, offering a professional and welcoming environment for players. With modern facilities and a vibrant community, it provided the perfect stage for the South Africa stop of the WPF Ladies Weekend.
Schedule
Host
About Tariro Vanderlinden
As Host of the South Africa stop of the WPF Ladies Weekend, Tariro Vanderlinden took a leading role in shaping the country’s first participation in this global movement. Her presence ensured that Cape Town became a stage where women in poker were celebrated and connected to the worldwide community.
Born in Zimbabwe and now based in South Africa, Tariro has built her reputation through consistent results on the live circuit, including a podium finish at the SunBet Poker Tour Ladies Event. Beyond her achievements, she is committed to inspiring more women to play, using her journey to highlight the discipline, resilience, and confidence that define poker.
About Cape Town Poker Sports Association
The Cape Town Poker Sports Association is the first formalized poker sports body in South Africa and an active member of both the Cape Town Sports Council and the World Poker Federation. Representing five clubs with over 800 active players, the Association is committed to the recognition and development of poker as a mind sport, providing a safe and competitive platform while driving the game’s growth in South Africa and beyond.
In their words
Voices of the Committee
The Ladies Weekend reflects exactly what we stand for: breaking barriers, creating opportunities, and amplifying the voice of women in poker. This event is just the beginning of a long-term commitment to building a global network where women can lead, inspire, and shape the future of the game.
Luana BorgesWPF Women’s Committee President
Seeing women from all over the world come together to celebrate the game we love in a single weekend is truly inspiring. The WPF Ladies Weekend showcases the talent, leadership, and impact of women in poker, creating connections that will resonate far beyond the tables and across the globe.
Lupe SotoWPF Women’s Committee Director of Development
WPF Ladies Weekend 2025
24 to 26 October 2025
The WPF Ladies Weekend is the first simultaneous women’s poker event in history. A global celebration of women in poker, showcasing their talent, strengthening bonds across borders, and amplifying their presence and leadership in the international poker community.