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Dan Igo Gaming Guru - Page 7  WSOP is a family affair for Mizrachis10 July 2010
LAS VEGAS -- The way the World Series of Poker is going, 2010 is going to be known as the year of the Mizrachis. Brothers Robert and Michael Mizrachi entered the Main Event on a white-hot roll. Robert reached three final tables while Michael won his first WSOP bracelet and reached two other final tables. ... (read more)
Negreanu front and center on Day 2A10 July 2010
LAS VEGAS -- Daniel Negreanu was front and center Friday at the featured TV table, so ESPN must have been sweating when "Kid Poker" moved all-in 15 minutes into play. On a board reading Q-9-4-A, Negreanu and Adam Fisher traded bets until Negreanu put his tournament life at stake. Never one to do it quietly, ... (read more)
Main Event gives amateurs chance to brush with fame9 July 2010
LAS VEGAS -- When Brian Wilke saw who was sitting to his left at the beginning of Day 1D of the World Series of Poker Main Event, he had a simple, two-word reaction. "Oh s---." Brian Wilke had the pleasure of feeling Phil Ivey's stare during Day 1D. (photo by Vin Narayanan) Seated three chairs over from the Manitowoc, Wis. ... (read more)
Ivey once again draws the crowd at Main Event9 July 2010
LAS VEGAS -- The biggest names in poker usually bring the biggest crowds, and the scene around Phil Ivey Thursday was testament to that on Day 1D of the World Series of Poker Main Event. Ivey's table was on the rail in the Amazon Room. Even better, his seat was the closest to the rail, so fans could really get up close and personal. ... (read more)
Holyfield, Real Deal Poker a natural match8 July 2010
LAS VEGAS -- It didn't take long for Real Deal Poker's Rob Gallo to think of a natural spokesman for the new site. The spokesman would have to be visible. He would have to stand out and attract a crowd. A catchy nickname would work wonders. Evander Holyfield donned the Real Deal Poker hat at Ante Up for Africa. ... (read more)
Hellmuth entrance dominates Day 1C8 July 2010
LAS VEGAS -- When it comes to World Series of Poker Main Event entrances, there's Phil Hellmuth, and then there's everybody else.
The "Poker Brat" continued his tradition of arriving on Day One loudly and late by walking in dressed up as an MMA fighter about 10 minutes before the first break.
Phil Hellmuth's entrance on Wednesday was chaotic, to say the least. ... (read more)
WSOP Main Event Day 1B news and notes7 July 2010
LAS VEGAS -- One of the perks of becoming the World Series of Poker Main Event champion, besides the millions of dollars and instant fame and recognition, is that Harrah's hangs enormous portraits of each champion along the walls of the Amazon Room. 1994 Main Event champion Russ Hamilton is nowhere to be seen in this photo. ... (read more)
TV cameras bring added pressure for Main Event players7 July 2010
LAS VEGAS -- A special aspect of the World Series of Poker Main Event is the fact that as long as you can afford the $10,000 entry fee, there's a chance you'll be a TV star. Annette Obrestad was the center of attention on the secondary TV table. (photo by Vin Narayanan) Amateurs like Darvin Moon and Dennis Phillips became overnight celebrities due to their time in front of the cameras. ... (read more)
WSOP Day 1A news and notes6 July 2010
LAS VEGAS -- The Day 1A field attracted 1,125 players, including plenty of former Main Event champions and multiple-bracelet winners. 2003 Main Event champ Chris Moneymaker survived a few all-ins and ended Day One with over 100,000 chips. Greg "Fossilman" Raymer was knocked out of the tournament in the afternoon. ... (read more)
"Maniac" moniker appropriate for UB competition winner24 June 2010
What would you do to earn free entry to a bracelet event at the World Series of Poker? Would you get a tattoo? Would you marry a complete stranger? If your name is Gregg Mardirosian or Justin Leichter, you might have to do both. The two Florida residents won UB.com's "Craziest Last Longer Bet" competition ... (read more)
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