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2022 WORLD SERIES OF POKER® IN REVIEW: WEEK FOUR HIGHLIGHTS AND WHAT TO LOOK FORWARD TO
Following a handful of star-studded celebrity appearances last week, the 53rd annual World Series of Poker once again raised the stakes in week four of play with a new millionaire crowned and poker legend Phil Ivey’s bracelet run. With less than two weeks until the Main Event, the excitement of this year’s WSOP is reaching a fever pitch with much more action in the weeks to come.
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Week 4 Highlights
Last week, Neymar de Silva Santos Júnior competed in his first WSOP bracelet events. Neymar Jr. would go on to finish the week with his first-ever WSOP cash placing No. 49 and taking home nearly $4,000 in Event #41: $1,000 Super Turbo Bounty No-Limit.
Steve Alibini claimed victory in the $1,500 H.O.R.S.E event, beating out a field of 773 and taking home $196,089 in cash. Best known for producing some of Nirvana’s most iconic albums, Albini took home his first bracelet in 2018.
Poker professional, Daniel Zack, became the first player to take home two 2022 WSOP bracelets in Las Vegas. Zack won his second-ever WSOP bracelet during a seven-hour heads up earlier this month before earning his third bracelet during Event #40: $10,000 Seven Card Stud Hi-Lo 8 or Better Championship this week.
- Yuliyan Kolev wins his second gold bracelet in Event #37: $1,5000 Millionaire Maker No-Limit Hold’em
Seven months ago, Bulgarian Yuliyan Kolev took home his first online bracelet. Now he’s accomplished this feat in-person beating a field full of bracelet winners on Wednesday night, taking home his first live bracelet and claiming a whopping $1,125,141 in winnings.
What To Look Forward To
- Sunday, June 26 – Event #54: $500 SALUTE to Warriors – No-Limit Hold’em
One of the WSOP’s charity-focused events, proceeds will be donated to the USO and other veteran organizations - Sunday, June 26 – Event #55: $1,000 TAG TEAM No-Limit Hold’em
Teams of two players must register and compete together for a chance at a prestigious gold bracelet in a team format - Monday, June 27 – Event #57: $600 Deepstack Championship No-Limit Hold’em
Bigger blinds and bigger stacks are the name of the game as competitors face off in a high stakes game for a chance at a gold bracelet - Wednesday, June 29 – Event #61: $1,000 LADIES No-Limit Hold’em Championship
Female competitors will compete in a women-only $1,000 buy-in tournament for a chance at a gold bracelet
Upcoming WSOP live streams on PokerGO
- Saturday, June 25 – Event #50: $250,000 Super High Roller
- Monday, June 27 – Event #51: $400 COLOSSOS
- Tuesday, June 28 – Event #55: $1,000 Tag Team
- Thursday, June 30 – Event #60: $50,000 Poker Players Championship
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Revo Casino and Social House in Conway, New Hampshire, has held its grand opening on Tuesday.
The Conway property is the latest addition to Revo’s growing presence in New Hampshire, joining locations in Dover, Lebanon, Manchester, and Keene.
Revo Casino and Social House’s new amenities include:
• Rebels: A bold dining experience with a full bar and great game-day energy. Revo’s signature restaurant serves up flavorful dishes like the Rebel Smash Burger, flatbread pizzas, and prime rib, making it the perfect spot to eat, drink and enjoy the action.
• Rebel Stage: Featuring live music every weekend.
• Revo Studio powered by iHeartMedia: An in-house broadcast center featuring live iHeart broadcasts. The studio also drives the Soundtrack of the Revolution, a curated music selection that sets the energy and vibe of the property.
Gaming Highlights: 75 thrilling casino machines, including Ultimate Fire Link Explosion, Huff N Even More Puff, and Devil’s Lock. Table games, including blackjack, roulette, and poker tables.
Speakers and guests at the event included Revo President Aaron Gomes, Executive Director of Mount Washington Valley Promotions Lisa DuFault, and the Mount Washington Valley Chamber of Commerce.
“It’s exciting to open Revo Casino and Social House and see the community’s enthusiasm for our gaming, entertainment and dining options. Beyond entertainment, Revo Casino and Social House will also support nonprofits across the Mount Washington Valley. We’re proud to be part of this community and contribute to its success,” said Gomes.
“This facility will make such an incredible difference for so many nonprofits in the Mount Washington Valley. The support that Revo Casino and Social House provides allows organizations like ours to better serve our communities and care for those in need. The impact is truly life changing,” said Lisa DuFault, Executive Director of Mount Washington Valley Promotions.
Spinomenal, the leading iGaming content provider, has made its US debut after launching an exciting collaboration with a leading operator in the state of New Jersey, and is anticipating many more valuable collaborations with top tier online casinos.
Following impressive growth rates, Spinomenal is making a major move into the New Jersey iGaming market, marking a key step in its global expansion. By entering this crucial U.S. region, Spinomenal will bring its innovative games to a new audience, strengthening its presence and leadership in the iGaming industry.
Spinomenal’s specially selected titles will be going live via Pariplay’s Fusion aggregation platform in the New Jersey market. Some of the outstanding titles being made available for NJ players are Demi Gods II, Majestic Wild Buffalo and Kitsune’s Scrolls.
This marks a major milestone in Spinomenal’s strategic expansion plan, as this debut establishes the company’s initial presence within the New Jersey market, with further growth anticipated across the US iGaming ecosystem. This move underscores Spinomenal’s commitment to expanding its global footprint and further solidifying its position as a leader in the online casino industry.
Lior Shvartz, CEO for Spinomenal commented: “After a decade of establishing and positioning Spinomenal as a leading provider in the iGaming industry, we have now taken a big leap and will provide our exciting content to the esteemed New Jersey audience. We are highly optimistic about entering this prominent market, following the process of obtaining approval from the DGE.”
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