The Poker Channel launched its new free broadband poker TV channel this week, offering free-to-air broadband programs to a global audience.
The new service is distinct from the SkyTV channel and will operate on its own program schedule. will run to it’s own schedule, available at www.pokerchannel.co.uk up to one month in advance of start times.
Exclusive world-class tournaments such as the British Poker Open, World Speed Poker Open and the European Poker Championships are all being carried, together with documentaries such as the ‘Up Close’ series giving an insight into world class pros like Greg Raymer, Howard Lederer and Chris Ferguson.
Daily coverage from major worldwide poker tournaments, featuring exclusive news podcasts and downloadable video clips are also planned.
Access to the stream is offered free of charge to poker-relevant web sites. Josh Thomas, manager of the broadband service at the Poker Channel says: “Not only is this a fantastic affiliate resource – it is a great retention tool for all poker-interest sites. The content is different every day and will keep visitors returning to watch on a daily basis.”
Crispin Nieboer, CEO of the Poker Channel said: “We are delighted to be able to offer international poker fans a professional, high-quality yet free TV service wherever they may be in the world.”
The Poker Channel is the world’s first TV channel dedicated to the game of poker and is available to all Sky subscribers, as a free to air channel, located under the Gaming section Channel Number 844.