WSOP 2017 Kicks Off in Las Vegas with Exciting Events

The 48th edition of the World Series of Poker (WSOP) began on May 31, 2017, in Las Vegas. This year, there are 74 tournaments scheduled.

The first event, Event #1: $565 Casino Employees No-Limit Hold’em, started on May 31 and ended on June 1. It attracted 651 entries and offered a total prize pool of $325,500, distributed among the top 98 players. Bryan Hollis, a dealer from Maryland, emerged as the champion, securing the gold bracelet and a prize of $68,817.

Event #2: $10,000 Tag Team No-Limit Hold’em Championship also began on May 31, featuring 102 teams with a total prize pool of $958,800. Each team consists of 2 to 4 players, and every member must play at least one round of blinds to avoid disqualification. The remaining six teams are led by notable players such as Daniel Negreanu, Eric Wasserson, David Benyamine, and Mark Gregorich.