2010 WSOP Schedule Announced
21st December, 2009
It has been revealed that the 2010 World Series of Poker (WSOP) will begin on May 27th from the Rio all suite hotel in Las Vegas until July 17th.
The 41st annual tournament will provide 57 events over 51 days with the only ‘off day’ being 4th July.
The entire convention centre at the hotel is to be dedicated to poker for the first time, with tables in the 58,000 sq ft Pavilion and the 38,000 sq ft Amazon room. The total number of tables is yet to be revealed pending regulatory approval.
WSOP 2010 will conclude on July 5th with the final nine being announced by 17th July. After the announcement, play will be paused until November 6th which will see live coverage of the event on ESPN and play in front of a live audience.
“Whatever your game and whatever your bankroll, the 2010 WSOP schedule offers something for everyone,' said Jack Effel, Tournament Director for the WSOP.
“We are planning for the largest WSOP ever and look forward to welcoming all players to the Rio in Las Vegas next summer.”
By Faye
