“Anticipation and expectations are high for the 2021 WSOP, following a 26-month absence,” the WSOP stated in the presser. A seven-figure prize could await the winner, depending on participation numbers. The prize pool for the $500 buy-in tournament is a guaranteed $5 million. One of the first events of the 88-event series is dubbed “The Reunion,” and it seeks to draw more than 10,000 players. For many years the tournament had aired via ESPN. The WSOP stated that its new broadcast partner is CBS Sports. 4, with the final table to be played Nov. On tap is the prestigious $10,000 no-limit hold’em Main Event. “The entire WSOP team is hard at work to ensure players have the absolute best experience possible.” “We could not be more excited to welcome everyone back to Las Vegas and the Rio,” said WSOP Vice President and Tournament Director Jack Effel. We’re beyond thrilled to offer a complete schedule of can’t-miss events including all our flagships and the variety players deserve.” “Throughout the storied history of the WSOP, this year will be particularly memorable and we’re preparing for a poker reunion all players can celebrate.

“Make no mistake, the 2021 WSOP will be the real deal and we’re preparing for a full house,” Ty Stewart, the WSOP’s executive director, said. A dangerous so-called Delta variant is making its way across the U.S., but the 2021 WSOP for now is a go. The WSOP didn’t run in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. 30 at the Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino, a property long home to the annual event. The WSOP said that the poker festival will kick off Sept. After much anticipation and clamoring from poker players, the World Series of Poker on Tuesday announced more details about its upcoming in-person tournaments in Las Vegas.

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