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The Story of the 1975 WSOP Main Event In 1975, every single World Series of Poker event was a bracelet event. After the winner of the Main Event in 1974, Johnny Moss, was awarded the very first WSOP gold bracelet for the win along with the top prize of $160,000. This trend was adopted for […]
The Story of the 1974 WSOP Main Event In 1974, the stakes were higher than ever before in the World Series of Poker. Across one week in early May, dreams were made and shattered as Johnny Moss, The Grand Old Man of Poker won his third world championship in the first five years of Benny […]
The Story of the 1973 WSOP Main Event The early years of the World Series of Poker Main Event were a drama in their own right. The world’s biggest poker event, today populated by over 10,000 players in a single year, saw players vote to determine the winner in 1970. In 1971, six players played […]
The Story of the 1972 WSOP Main Event In 1972, after two years of Johnny Moss winning the World Championship, a controversial deal was struck in the WSOP Main Event. Going down in history as the first ‘ICM’ deal at a final table, the winner was a controversial figure in his own right as one […]
The Story of the 1971 WSOP Main Event In 1971, the best poker players in the world again gathered in Las Vegas to play in the second-ever World Series of Poker. Sin City hosted its first-ever WSOP Main Event, a freezeout tournament that would produce a world champion. In 1970, a player vote had handed […]
The Story of the 1970 WSOP Main Event The first-ever World Series of Poker’s ‘Main Event’ was very different from all those that have followed in the years since. Over half a century ago, the atmosphere was far from the sprawling mass of poker tables, over 100 bracelet events and other festival frolics that each […]
Chapter One: The Birth of a Legend Born in 1951, a post-World War II era of transformation, Jack McClelland’s entry into the poker world was gradual, accidental, and immensely impactful. His early interest in poker was fueled by curiosity and social interactions, rather than immediate immersion into high-stakes play. Over time, his understanding of the […]
GGPoker Partners With Great Canadian Casino To Bring First-Ever WSOP Circuit Event To Daniel Negreanu’s Hometown From March 22 through April 1, Great Canadian Casino Resort Toronto will host 8 WSOP Circuit Events GGPoker, the World’s Biggest Poker Room, and Great Canadian Entertainment, Canada’s leader in gaming and hospitality, today announced the richest, most prestigious […]
In the world of poker, where tales of remarkable plays and extraordinary personalities abound, the story of Lukas Robinson, affectionately known as “RobinPoker,” stands out as a beacon of inspiration and determination. As someone who has seen the poker world from all angles, I can assure you, Lukas’ journey is not just a story of […]
In the world of poker, where every chip is a story and every player a book, few stories are as compelling as that of Kevin Martin. From the low-stakes tables of Calgary to the glitz and glamour of high-stakes tournaments, Martin’s journey is not just a tale of cards and chips. It’s a story of […]
Poker, a game of skill, strategy, and sometimes sheer luck, has captivated millions around the globe. It’s a game that transcends cultures and continents, bringing people together in their love for strategy, psychology, and, of course, the thrill of winning. However, as with any game shrouded in fame and glamour, poker is often misunderstood, with […]
Oh, the creative pulse of Grand Rapids, Michigan! This city, known for its thriving arts scene, is also where one of poker’s most distinguished players, Tom McEvoy, first saw the light of day in November, 1944. Tom was predestined to etch his name in poker’s hall of fame. But what exactly cemented Tom McEvoy’s status […]
