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The 2024 PokerStars United Kingdom & Ireland Poker Tour (UKIPT) London festival is set to captivate poker enthusiasts starting August 2, with the £1,100 Main Event's first flight scheduled for August 4. Since its inception in 2010, UKIPT London has crowned eight Main Event champions, turning many of them into household names in the poker community.

Three bracelets weren't enough for Scott Seiver to clinch the 2024 World Series of Poker (WSOP) Player of the Year award effortlessly, but ultimately, he secured the victory. With the live WSOP in Las Vegas behind us and the final online bracelet events wrapped up, Seiver stands atop the leaderboard, setting his sights on perhaps an even loftier achievement next year—the Poker Hall of Fame.

David Tuchman recently had the pleasure of cruising in the 888ride Chevy Tahoe with poker sensation Jesse Lonis, delving into a conversation that spanned Lonis's remarkable journey from his challenging beginnings to poker stardom, and what it felt like to move to Vegas to chase his dreams.

The digital felt is about to sizzle with the biggest WPT Global Summer Festival to date! Hot on the heels of the $3 million Preheat Festival, this online poker extravaganza promises over $8 million in guaranteed prizes across a staggering 353 events. With buy-ins ranging from the accessible $5.50 to the high-roller $3,500, there's a seat at the table for everyone from July 28 through August 18.

In the high-stakes world of poker, where every chip and every decision can mark the difference between victory and defeat, the aftermath of the 2024 World Series of Poker (WSOP) Main Event has sparked a controversy that transcends the turn of a card. Jordan Griff, the runner-up of the prestigious tournament, recently broke his silence on the swirling allegations surrounding Jonathan Tamayo, the player who clinched the title and the $10 million prize that came with it.

The 2024 World Series of Poker (WSOP) Main Event has been nothing short of spectacular, with every turn of a card and every chip bet bringing us closer to crowning the newest world champion. But it's not just the final outcome that keeps fans on the edge of their seats; it's the journey, the hands that make or break dreams, that capture our imagination. One such hand, involving Los Angeles poker pro Brian Kim, has already set the poker community abuzz and will undoubtedly be a hot topic of discussion in the coming days.

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The 2024 World Series of Poker (WSOP) Main Event has been nothing short of spectacular, filled with unexpected turns, breathtaking hands, and the possibility of breaking a nearly three-decade-long record. Here's what you need to know:

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The journey from a charity poker event to the high stakes of the World Series of Poker (WSOP) Main Event is a dream few get to live. Jesse Capps, a Las Vegas local and former PokerNews live reporter, is living that dream, turning a charitable win into a seat at poker’s most prestigious table. With a starting field of over 10,000 hopefuls, Capps stands strong on Day 6, eyeing the coveted final table where dreams of riches become reality.

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The 2024 World Series of Poker (WSOP) Main Event was proceeding as usual until a contentious moment unfolded moments before the Day 3 dinner break at the Horseshoe Event Center. The poker community often prides itself on a certain level of decorum and respect for the game's rules. However, the line between clever play and unsportsmanlike conduct, known as angle shooting, can sometimes blur, leading to heated disputes and controversial decisions.

The 2024 World Series of Poker (WSOP) Main Event has not only broken previous records with its turnout but has also set the bar high for future tournaments. With a staggering 10,112 players throwing their hats in the ring, surpassing last year's 10,043, the stage was set for an epic showdown. The resulting prize pool, a breathtaking $94,041,600, has solidified this year’s event in the annals of poker history.

Sean Perry, a name that stirs mixed feelings in the poker community, has made a headline-worthy comeback at the 2024 World Series of Poker (WSOP) Main Event after a one-year hiatus. The poker pro turned sports bettor, known for his controversial reputation, didn't just return; he did so with a flourish, amassing a stack well over the 200,000 mark by Day 2abc.