Poker enthusiasts Initiate Uncensored Poker Series in Tallinn Following Shut Down of Swedish Casino
Here's a fresh, uncensored take on the No Filter Poker Series:
It's about to get wild in Tallinn! The unfiltered poker action is headed your way from June 12 to 15, and it's all about the players. The luxurious Olympic Park Casino will play host to the inaugural No Filter Poker Series, and it's bound to be a high-stakes, unforgettable ride.
Mounir Tajiou and Michel Karim, a pair of Swedish poker pros, were on a mission. With rumors swirling about the permanent closure of the only licensed Swedish casino, Cosmopol, they knew they needed a new legal avenue to play their game. The Swedish poker community was in disarray, facing the cancellation of their Championship in June and the disappearance of regulated avenues on home soil.
But Tajiou and Karim weren't about to let that stop them. They were already planning their poker festival in Tallinn while the rumors were still circulating. And now that those rumors have become reality, it's time to pack your bags and join them. Expect a full house on the casino floor, where chips are flying, friends are made, and laughter abounds as players from Sweden and around the world prepare for an incredible poker experience.
The festival boasts six poker events, headlined by the €1,100 No Filter Main Event on June 13-14. But there's also non-stop cash games across various games and stakes, ensuring there's something for everyone. In a unique twist, Saturday evening, June 14, will be dedicated to a player's party, giving everyone a chance to let loose, make memories, and celebrate poker in true No Filter style.
Tajiou and Karim have been synonymous with poker success in recent years. Both had impressive runs at the 2025 Kings of Tallinn, where Tajiou earned his largest live tournament cash of €115,000 after finishing runner-up to Latvia's Kaspars Butans. While Karim finished runner-up to Benyamin Canatan for €41,650. They've continued to dominate the tournament scene, and with the No Filter Poker Series, they're bringing that intensity to Tallinn.
So, grab your chips, don your poker face, and get ready for an unforgettable poker experience at the No Filter Poker Series in Tallinn. Trust us, it's going to be epic!
The poker.pro team sat down with No Filter Poker co-founder Mounir Tajiou to learn more about the festival and how it came to be.
Tallinn: The Perfect Place to Escape the Swedish Poker Apocalypse
While Tajiou and Karim had amazing experiences during the 2025 Kings of Tallinn, they knew they needed a safe place for events with regulated live poker in Sweden. After approaching OlyBet, Tallinn seemed like the perfect solution. Tajiou shared his vision with Olympic Entertainment Group's head of poker, Christer Larson, and the No Filter Poker Series was born.
Larson, alongside OlyBet tournament director Teresa Nousiainen, have been instrumental in growing live poker in the Baltics and creating amazing poker experiences. It didn't take much convincing for Larson to love the concept, and the No Filter Poker Series in Tallinn, where the player experience takes top priority, was immediately a hit.
So, if you're a Swedish poker player looking for some regulated, high-stakes action, Tallinn is your new home. Come immerse yourself in an unforgettable poker experience filled with camaraderie, awesome staff, and a dedicated Player's Host to help you find the best places to eat, relax, and party.
No Filter Poker Series Schedule
Here's a quick rundown of the events at the No Filter Poker Series. Mark your calendars, because you won't want to miss this!
June 12:- €80 Satellite at 6 p.m.- €200 No-Limit Hold'em at 9 p.m. (with €5,000 guaranteed)
June 13:- €1,100 Main Event opening flight at 3 p.m.- €200 PLO4/PLO5 at 9:30 p.m.
June 14:- €1,100 Main Event Day 2 at 12 p.m.- €555 NLH Progressive Bounty 8-Max at 2 p.m.- Player's Party at 9 p.m.
June 15:- €200 NLH No Filter Closer Turbo at 2 p.m.
See you in Tallinn! It's going to be a wild ride you don't want to miss.
- The No Filter Poker Series, taking place in Tallinn from June 12 to 15, will not only feature the main event, but also various poker tournaments, ensuring an exciting experience for all poker enthusiasts, including those from the poker community in Sweden.
- Construction rumors about the permanent closure of the only licensed Swedish casino led poker pros Mounir Tajiou and Michel Karim to organise a poker festival in Tallinn, ensuring there will be a venue for regulated poker games for the Swedish poker community.
- With OlyBet, Tallinn seemed like the perfect solution for Mounir Tajiou and Michel Karim, and the collaboration with Olympic Entertainment Group's head of poker, Christer Larson, gave birth to the No Filter Poker Series, offering a unique blend of casino-games, poker tournaments, and a vibrant poker community in a premier casino setting.
