The Day 1a record has officially been beaten, with the field soaring past 232 entries, setting a new high for an opening flight in Carmen Series history! This milestone cements the event's status as one of the must-play tournaments on the circuit, and with registration still open, the number is still climbing!
This isn't just a Carmen Series record—it's also outpacing other major events held here. For comparison, Day 1a of the Western Series Main Event saw 215 entries in 2023, followed by 180 in 2024 and 182 this year in 2025. The Carmen Series Main Event is on another level, showing impressive growth and setting the pace for what could be an all-time high turnout.
Previous Day 1a Field Sizes
| Event | Entries |
|---|---|
| 2025 Carmen Series | 233* |
| 2023 Carmen Series | 232 |
| 2023 Western Series | 215 |
| 2024 Carmen Series | 185 |
| 2025 Western Series | 182 |
| 2024 Western Series | 180 |
*and still growing!
Last year’s total field reached 664 entries, while 2023 peaked at 765—and with this record-breaking start, we could be headed for something even bigger. Stay tuned as we witness history unfold!
