In the beginning of this prolific tournament in 1970 there were only 6 players, today this tournament attracts more than 75000 entrants from across the globe generating prize money more than $1 900 000. Its hard to believe that its almost time again, 2012 marks the 43rd annual World Series of Poker.
The tournament will be held in the Rio All-suit hotel and casino in Las Vegas!
This year there will be 62 events, consisting of different buy-ins ranging from $500 to $1mil, the seats are expected to be filled with professionals and amateurs a like. The first event starts on the 27th of May - three days before my birthday (boy, wouldn't that be a great birthday present). the final event of the series begins on the 9th of July.
A couple notable tournaments:
- Event 12 Heads Up NLHE $10 000
- Event 17 Pot Limit HE $10 000- Event 32 H.O.R.S.E $10 000
- Event 39 Pot Limit Omaha $10 000- Event 45 The Poker Players Championship $50 000
- Event 55 The Big One for One NLHE $1 000 000
- Event 57 NLHE (6 handed) $10 000- Event 61 NLHE championship (Main Event) $10 000
Hope to see new faces, winners and names holding bracelets. I have a great feeling about Phil Ivey this year though!
Check out these links for more on the WSOP and WSOP Schedule.