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2023 World Series of Poker In Review: Week Two Highlights and What to Look Forward to
The excitement continues as the 54th annual World Series of Poker (WSOP) wraps its second week of play at Horseshoe and Paris Las Vegas. As the dust settles, week two played witness to remarkable displays of skill and prowess, high-stakes drama and highly-calculated bluffs featuring new champions, star-studded heads-up play and a dream realized by Isaac Haxton, who was widely considered one of the best active players without a bracelet.
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Week 2 Highlights
* Isaac Haxton Outlasts Field of 301 to Take Home His First WSOP Bracelet
After being forced to settle for second and third-place finishes in the past, Isaac Haxton won his first WSOP gold bracelet and $1,698,215 in Event #16: $25,000 High Roller. With six victories in other tournaments and amassing more than $7,000,000 in winnings this year alone, Haxton is on pace to have one of the best years ever recorded in poker history. Haxton currently sits in 14th position on the all-time money list with $37 million in prize winnings.
* Jeremy Eyer Defeats Felipe Ramos in Heads-Up Play to Take Home His First WSOP Bracelet in Event #12: $5,000 No-Limit Hold‘Em Freezeout
After a five-year chase for a WSOP gold bracelet, Mississippi’s Jeremy Eyer claimed his first victory after a grueling heads-up duel with Felipe Ramos. Eyer’s victory was his twelfth cash at WSOP, boosting him to $1,483,523 in live tournament earnings and second place in the Mississippi All-Time Money List.
* Brian Yoon Claims His Fifth WSOP Gold Bracelet in Event #14: $10,000 Seven Card Stud Championship
Brian Yoon came out on top after defeating a field of 131 to take home $311,433 and his fifth WSOP Gold Bracelet. Yoon is the 33rd player in WSOP history to win five WSOP bracelets, joining the likes of Hall of Famers like Eli Elezra and John Juanda.
* Chad Eveslage Emerges Victorious in Back-to-Back Dealer’s Choice Events
After winning his first WSOP gold bracelet just one year ago, Chad Eveslage returned to the WSOP in dominating fashion to take home two WSOP gold bracelets in just four days. His victories in Event #5: $1,500 Dealer’s Choice and Event #10: $10,000 Dealer’s Choice have firmly cemented him a first-place position in the race for Player of the Year.
What To Look Forward To
‘Go For Gold’ June Promotion
WSOP.com kicked off a June promotion with 2006 Main Event winner Jamie Gold, who won the biggest Main Event field in history. Jamie will be live-streaming WSOP Online bracelet events each Sunday and players outlasting him or meeting play criteria at live-action tables are eligible to win a seat in a $50,000 freeroll to play against him. Full promotion details are available on WSOP.com.
Upcoming Marquee Events
Event #18: Gladiators of Poker No-Limit Hold‘Em – Flight C
Event #18: Gladiators of Poker No-Limit Hold‘Em – Flight D
Event #29: $100,000 High Roller No-Limit Hold‘Em
Event #33: $10,000 Razz Championship
The full 2023 WSOP schedule including a booking link for discounted participant hotel rates, can be found on WSOP.com. Players should follow @WSOP on Twitter or IG or check WSOP.com for event news and updates.
Upcoming WSOP bracelet livestreams on PokerGO
Tonight at 8 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. PT – Event #19: $2,500 No-Limit Hold’em Freezeout
Saturday, June 10 – Event #22: $10,000 Limit Hold‘Em Championship
Sunday, June 11 – Event #23: $50,000 No-Limit Hold‘Em High Roller
Monday, June 12 – Event #18: $300 Gladiators of Poker
Tuesday, June 13 – Event #25: $10,000 Omaha Hi-Lo Championship
Wednesday, June 14 – Event #29: $100,000 No-Limit Hold‘Em High Roller
Thursday, June 15 – Event #33: $10,000 Razz Championship
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Stretch Network Partners with Vivaro.US to Enhance Poker Offerings
Stretch Network has officially announced a new strategic partnership with Vivaro. US, a social casino platform. This collaboration is designed to bring ingenious poker operations to a wider audience in the USA, reinforcing Stretch Network’s commitment to expanding its reach in the growing digital market.
Ruslan Bangert, Head of Stretch Network, expressed his enthusiasm for the partnership, stating, “We’re thrilled to partner with Vivaro. US. This collaboration aligns with our goal to innovate and expand in the dynamic world of poker.
The partnership also marks an important milestone for Vivaro. US, allowing the platform to elevate its poker capabilities. Hovhannes Minasyan, COO of Vivaro. US, shared, “This collaboration with Stretch Network enables us to elevate our poker offerings and provide an even more immersive and secure environment for our players.”
“Our partnership with Stretch Network represents an important step in enhancing our poker capabilities and strengthening our platform’s offerings,” said Artak Basoyan, CEO at Vivaro. US.
With a growing presence in the USA through Vivaro. US, Stretch Network is well-positioned to deliver poker experiences to an even broader audience.
The collaboration is expected to drive player engagement and increase opportunities for both companies, highlighting Stretch Network’s ability to adapt and grow in a competitive digital entertainment market.
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PLAY AND WATCH POKER PROS IN ACTION DURING ACR POKER’S EXCLUSIVE MEET-UP GAME THIS THURSDAY
Poker players can get ready for a fun experience at the tables as ACR Poker will be hosting a special Meet-up Game this Thursday, November 7th.
Featuring ACR Pros like Chris Moneymaker and Chris Moorman, alongside ACR Ambassadors Rene Nezhoda and Casey Nezhoda, the ACR Pro/Ambassador Meet-up Game will cater to players of all levels with a range of cash games, from micro to high stakes.
On Thursday, November 7th at 2pm ET, poker fans can tune in to catch all the excitement online on ACR Poker’s Twitch channel as the pros battle it out in random matchups throughout the stream.
For a chance to jump in on the action and compete, players can simply grab the password from any of the ACR Pros’ social media channels on the event day. Those who just choose to watch will see many of the Pros sharing their poker wisdom throughout the stream.
“We’ve got something for everyone at this ACR Pro/Ambassador Meet-up Game, from micro to high stakes cash games. Whether you’re there to just watch or beat the pros, it’s going to be an event to remember,” said ACR Pro Chris Moneymaker. “Be sure to grab the password from any ACR Pro’s social media account, as you won’t want to miss out. And hey, if you’re not at my table, I hope you crush it!”
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ACR POKER ANNOUNCES FINAL 2024 PACKAGES TO URUGUAY FOR THE ENJOY POKER TOUR IN DECEMBER
Players looking to hit the poker tables and sunny beaches in Uruguay this December are heading to ACR Poker. The popular online poker site is once again running their Punta del Este Satellites in November, guaranteeing 14 full packages and five entry-only packages to the Enjoy Poker Tour’s biggest series of the year.
Through ACR Poker’s Punta del Este Satellites, players have the opportunity to compete in the $1.5 Million guaranteed Final Millonaria and the $500,000 guaranteed Main Event during the Enjoy Poker Tour, all while enjoying a 10-night stay at the luxurious Punta del Este Resort and Casino.
“Looking to escape the cold and win big? Our Punta del Este Satellites are your ticket to sunny Uruguay, where you can play in two major poker tourneys at the Enjoy Poker Tour,” said ACR Pro Chris Moneymaker. “With stunning beaches, great food, and lots of action, players can look forward to a great poker vacation, both on and off the felt.”
The Punta del Este Satellites are guaranteeing 14 full packages in total during ACR Poker’s Beast Tournament on Sunday, November 3rd and 10th at 6:05pm ET. Players can buy their seat for $95 or qualify for free by ranking on the Beast weekly leaderboard.
Each package is valued at $8,000 and includes a $2,750 entry to the $1.5 Million Final Millonaria, a $1,650 ticket to the $500,000 Main Event, airfare, 10 nights’ luxury accommodation from December 6th-16th, spending money, and more.
Moneymaker added that there will also be a separate satellite on Sunday, November 17th at 3:05pm ET ($165 buy-in) guaranteeing five entry-only packages ($4,400 value each) that will cover the $2,750 buy-in for the Final Millonaria and $1,650 buy-in for the Main Event.
Situated along Uruguay’s beautiful Atlantic coast, the Punta del Este Resort and Casino offers a mix of classic architecture, exciting poker action, stunning beaches, and lively nightlife, where players can enjoy a truly unique experience, on and off the tables.
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