Las Vegas Sun

March 19, 2024

Prize pool expected to double this year

Organizers of the World Series of Poker say the total prize pool at this year's tournament will reach $100 million, more than double last year's record.

The tournament's 19 events so far have attracted 13,500 entrants and prize money of more than $23.5 million, owner Harrah's Entertainment Inc. said.

The tournament, which began last month and will run until mid-July, includes 45 events. Some 450 dealers are participating in the tournament, which is held at the Rio's convention center in a room with some 200 poker tables.

The championship $10,000 buy-in no-limit Texas hold 'em event begins July 7.

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