Poker Highlights: LAPT Gran Final Perú, WSOP 2013, and Toronto's Gaming Future

Jordan Scott, an American residing in Mexico, secured his victory at the LAPT Gran Final Perú, which took place at the Atlantic City Casino in Lima. The event attracted 346 participants, including top poker players from South America. In the final heads-up, Scott faced Maxence Debar, with Óscar Barriga, a local player, being eliminated earlier. Scott's pair of 9s prevailed against Debar's pair of 4s, earning him the $168,210 prize.

The World Series of Poker (WSOP) 2013 schedule has been announced. Following the October Nine, the inaugural event is set for May 29, 2013. After nearly a month and a half of various tournaments, the Main Event will commence and conclude on July 16, 2013. This is when the November Nine finalists will be determined, returning to the original month of November.

Toronto is poised to become Canada's next gaming hub. Following the success of Las Vegas and Macao, a new macrocomplex is planned for Toronto. This complex will include hotels, casinos, restaurants, and theaters, aiming to stimulate the city's economy. The project is expected to attract significant investment and generate substantial tax revenue.