LAS VEGAS–All their tables are full, including the tables outside in a tent and regular poker room. There are rumors of 800 alternates for today\’s event. And to top it off there is still a long line for today\’s event. Note to self (again) next year sign up online in advance.
Two pros I know who will not being playing today are Mel Judah and Steve Wong. Mel is not playing because he is focusing on games that will give him an edge such as Omaha, Stud and six-handed NL events. Steve Wong like many others decided he didn\’t want to wait in line (as of last night). Perhaps he arrived early and became an alternate.
Nonetheless, today\’s event was moved from the traditional high noon to 1pm because it\’s so crazy down there. Pokernews.com has some great live updates here.