In Disbelief and Overwhelmed, Alex Livingston Finishes 3rd in WSOP Main Event

Alex Livinston after being eliminated in third place for $4,000,000.

Remko Rinkema - July 17, 2019July 17, 2019

Alex Livingston finished third in the World Series of Poker Main Event for $4,000,000. On his final hand, Livingston found himself all in versus Hossein Ensan with ace-jack against ace-queen. The board brought no help for Livingston after which Dario Sammartino took on Ensan heads up. It was a testament to

Through the Lens: Approaching the Finish Line

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Drew Amato - July 16, 2019

It's hard to believe the summer has come and gone as we embark on the final day of the 2019 World Series of Poker. The sounds of ruffling chips that have filled the convention center at the Rio All-Suites Hotel & Casino over the last seven weeks has now transformed

Gus Hansen Sees Price of Poker Rise, Patrick Antonius Spirals & Happy Birthday Phil Hellmuth!

Paul Seaton - July 16, 2019

With the World Series of Poker winding up and only one more day in the schedule, you might be forgiven for thinking the action is cooling off too. Not a bit of it! If you don't believe us, take a look at both Gus Hansen and Patrik Antonius, as they

Super Dario Sammartino Using his Extra Life at the WSOP Main Event Final Table

Paul Seaton - July 16, 2019

Dario Sammartino goes into the final day’s play in the WSOP Main Event as the most experienced player but with the fewest chips. Holding just 33 big blinds, the Italian knows he’ll need some help to fight back into contention, but as he explained to us in an exclusive chat

Alex Livingston Explains Queens Fold In Depth & Celebrates Reaching Final Three

Paul Seaton - July 16, 2019July 16, 2019

Alex Livingston has got himself into the final shootout stage of the World Series of Poker Main Event and currently sits second in chips, behind only Hossein Ensan in the race for $10 million and the fabled WSOP bracelet. After his brilliant performance on Day 9, Livingston spoke to us

Main Event Final Table Day 2: Garry Gates and Kevin Maahs Bow Out; Hossein Ensan Retains Huge Lead

Paul Seaton - July 16, 2019July 16, 2019

There are no American players in the final three at the World Series of Poker Main Event. With a tumultuous day of poker drama in the books, there were tears, tanks and terrific entertainment inside the 'Thunderdome' at the Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino as the WSOP Main Event built

Tears Flow as Garry Gates Feels the Love on His Life-Changing Main Event Run

Garry Gates awaits the river card on the hand that sealed his fate as the 4th place finisher in the 2019 WSOP Main Event.

Remko Rinkema - July 16, 2019July 16, 2019

Garry Gates finished 4th in the 2019 World Series of Poker Main Event for $3,000,000. On his final hand, Gates found himself all-in with two sixes against the queens of Alex Livingston and the board brought no help. Poker tournaments generally don't produce many winners. There's always that one person that

Villain Kevin Maahs Loved The Haters

Kevin Maahs realizing that his WSOP Main Event dream would end in 5th place for $2.2 million.

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Remko Rinkema - July 16, 2019July 16, 2019

Kevin Maahs was eliminated in 5th place at the final table of the 2019 World Series of Poker Main Event for $2,200,000. On his final hand, Maahs moved all in for 30.3 million chips and Hossein Ensan made the call. Ensan showed two nines and beat the ace-ten suited of

Chris Moneymaker and David Oppenheim Inducted into the Poker Hall of Fame

Chris Moneymaker and David Oppenheim have entered the Poker Hall of Fame.

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Remko Rinkema - July 16, 2019July 16, 2019

The 2003 World Series of Poker Main Event winner, Chris Moneymaker, and cash game legend David Oppenheim have been inducted into the Poker Hall of Fame Class of 2019. In a reaction right after getting inducted, Moneymaker said the following. "I'd like to tahnk all the fans for nominating and to panel

Garry Gates Stays Sane Riding a Wave of Support at the Main Event Final Table

Paul Seaton - July 15, 2019July 15, 2019

Ask anyone how they deal with the unique nature of the WSOP Main Event final table and they'll struggle to find the words. But for the popular choice, Garry Gates, it's harder than for most. He's not a full-time professional. He's been part of the poker landscape for many years,