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The 2005 World Series of Poker was the first held outside of Binion's Horseshoe Casino, though the final few days of the main event were held in the legendary Benny's Bullpen. Later tournaments have been held at one of the Harrah's Entertainment properties; since 2005, the Rio has served as the venue.
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"The World Series of Poker Main Event is a massive tournament for any player to be a part of," said Jonathan May, Everest Poker property manager. "Getting there is not easy at all, and that's why we're very eager to see how our players perform."
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The 2006 Borgata Poker Open broke attendance records and rewarded more money than previous Borgata Poker Open events. The WPT main event, featuring a prize pool of over $5 million, was the biggest tournament in Atlantic City's history.
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WSOP Winner: Jerry Yang, a 39-year-old psychologist who uses his professional training in his card-playing arsenal, won the $8.25 million top prize Wednesday at the World Series of Poker. He won his way into the main event from a $225 satellite tournament and only began playing poker two years ago. On the last hand, with a huge mound of cash deposited on the felt, Lam moved all-in with an ace and queen of diamonds and Yang called with pocket eights.
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The buzz that was ignited this summer with the opening of Borgata's 85-table poker room -- the largest in Atlantic City -- erupted today. The excitement spread as the players learned of the timeless prize for all Main Event winners -- a Rolex watch from Bernie Robbins Fine Jewelry to accompany their cash prizes. "With the incredible structure and top-notch service, I didn't think this tournament could get any better, but the inclusion of a Rolex for the winner makes these events a must-play," said tournament participant, Matthew Stout of Ewing, NJ.
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