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WSOP: Word Series Of Poker

The WSOP or World Series of Poker is the most popular set of poker tournaments in the world. It is held annually in Las Vegas, had a record number of players in 2007 and it lasts just over a month.

The WSOP is the most popular because of the status of the poker players that attend and the prize money involved, there are alot of high profile poker players such as Johnny Chan and Phil Hellmuth.

The original World Series of Poker started in 1968 by Tom Moore at the Holiday Hotel and Casino in Reno and was an invite only event.
The Main Event

The main event of the WSOP is a $10,000 buy-in no-limit Texas Holdem tournament.

WSOP main event winners receive a platinum & diamond bracelet along with the largest cash prize in tournament poker.

Some Frequently Asked Questions about WSOP

Where is the WSOP tournament located? - The WSOP is located in the Pavilion and the Amazon Room in the Rio Convention area at the Rio All-Suites Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas, NV.

What are the WSOP tournament dates? - Registration, Live Action and Satellites begins on May 27th, 2010 and run until July 17th. The first bracelet event is May 28th. The first day of the Main Event will begin on July 5th, 2010. Please see a tournament schedule for dates of all other events.

Can anyone come and watch the WSOP? - Guests are welcome to observe the WSOP in action – free of charge. All spectators must be at least 21 years of age to enter the Pavilion or Amazon Room, however, per gaming regulations.

Will I be able to get player autographs? - Most players will happily oblige autograph requests between events. Please be mindful not to make a request while they are seated and playing at a table.

For more Questions & Answers please visit www.wsop.com