The WSOP got underway with a bang and a band. The UNLV marching band entered the Amazon Room with a rendition of \”Viva, Las Vegas,\” followed by a bit of an uncomfortable silence that was broken by welcome announcements from Jeffrey Pollack and Jack Effel.
Pollack told the crowd of gathering players and media that bracelet winners from years past and going forward will be given Diamond status at all Harrah\’s properties around the world. Not a bad perk for the players. A few other welcoming comments and new rule advisories from the duo, and the cards were in the air.
And we\’re off. Or we\’re on. The $10,000 Pot Limit Hold\’em World Championship has begun, and though we still await the final numbers, it looks like about 350 players signed up for Event #1. The cash games are buzzing, media is getting settled in, and players are excited to be here, with the exception of those who have already busted.
More updates to come!
