world series of poker
Millions are Won at the World Series of Poker
Each years thousands of poker player converge on Las Vegas, Nevada for the World Series of Poker. During the month long World Series, 55 poker tournaments are played, ending at #55 - the main event.
The main event is a $10,000 buy-in paying out a million or more to each final table player. In 2003, the main event winner, Chris Moneymaker, won $2.5 million. In 2006, the main event winner, Jamie Gold, won $12 million. Take a look at our World Series past winners page for how the winning amounts have increased.
Every year the World Series draws more and more players. With the increase in players the total payouts get larger and larger. With no end in sight, the greatest game in the world is bound to draw record payouts and players.
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