Dan Smith's Mustache Bet and the WPT Doyle Brunson Five Diamond World Poker Classic

Dan Smith asked his readers if a man with a mustache had ever won a seven-figure sum. The WPT Doyle Brunson Five Diamond World Poker Classic tournament took place at Bellagio in Las Vegas from December 6 to 11. The tournament featured a significant prize pool and notable participants.

Doyle Brunson, though not playing, lit the Christmas tree at Bellagio. The tournament allowed re-entries, with 94 out of 309 participants using the $10,300 re-entry option. Joseph Cheong shared second place with six re-entries, showcasing the strategic use of multiple entries.

Daniel Negreanu missed the first level due to a workout in the gym. After his workout, Negreanu promised to play very dispersively with large bets and high risk. Don Nguyen led the first day with 312 big blinds, setting a strong pace. Kevin Eyster led the second day with 397,200 chips, maintaining his dominance. In the third day, Dan Smith made a significant move against Mike Sexton, showcasing his strategic play.