Considering the global health crisis, the vaccination mandate, and other travel restrictions, it was uncertain if a large contingent of players from Asia would make the trip to the 52nd Annual World Series of Poker in Las Vegas. In the end, the numbers exceeded all expectations. Newcomers, recreational players, and well known pros came out […]
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Update on Asian players at the 2021 WSOP
The 52nd annual World Series of Poker may be a long trek for players in Asia, and even longer for those that have to park at a third country before being allowed entry into the United States, however that hasn’t deterred the die-hards from making the pilgrimage. After four weeks of games completed at the […]
2021 WSOP Halftime Highlights: Phil Hellmuth on fire; Three victories for Asia; Two golds for Zinno; Addamo and Lazrus win a million; Friedman makes history
With 27 days of games in the books, the 52nd annual World Series of Poker has reached its halfway point. Before cards went flying on September 30, it was uncertain if the prestigious event would draw a big crowd, especially with mandatory vaccination and travel restrictions imposed on select international travelers. However, that concern was […]
2021 WSOP: Japanese takeover as Kazuki Ikeuchi strikes gold and Kosei Ichinose runner up; Ryan Hansen and Chad Norton win bracelets
A strong contingent of Japanese players have made the trek to the 52nd annual World Series of Poker and many have run deep at various events. Making the country very proud were two highly distinguished pros, Kazuki Ikeuchi, who snapped a triple runner up streak to capture his first ever bracelet, and Kosei Ichinose, who […]
Full review of Asian performance during the first half of 2019 WSOP
We have reached the halfway mark of the 2019 World Series of Poker at the Rio All Suites Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas. The series has been running since May 28 to conclude on July 16. A total of 89 events fill up the schedule. At the time of writing, 43 events have completed. […]
WSOP 2019: Japan’s near miss, O’Dell’s trio, Ivey arrives and Ezra’s quadruple
The third week of this years World Series of Poker is now in full flow as is the tournament action and the headlines which inevitably follow it. Our latest update sees a desperately close call for Japan’s fans, former bracelet winners increasing their tally, Phil Ivey gracing the series with his presence, and much more. […]
WPT Korea early winners: Bryan Huang for the High Rollers and Kazuki Ikeuchi wins two
Poker in Asia shifts to one of the most beautiful destinations in the region, Jeju Island, where the World Poker Tour is currently hosting its latest event, the WPT Korea 2017. This marks the third year the WPT has visited the island, drawing in players to enjoy both the games indoors and the lush beauty […]