2008 WSOP

Get all the latest news live from the Rio at the 2008 World Series of Poker. PokerNews is covering each of the tournaments at the 2008 WSOP, so revisit this page often for the latest news stories, gossip and commentary from the PokerNews reporting team.

		PokerNews and Mansion Poker Launch $18,000 Worth of Freerolls! May 08, 2008		PokerNews teams up with Mansion Poker to let you win a share of $18,000 worth of prizes – one of which includes a seat to the World Series*! The first freeroll begins Sunday May 25 at 12:00 GMT... more
		A Comprehensive Look at the WSOP Final Table Delay – Part Two May 07, 2008		Yesterday, in part one of our look at the WSOP final table delay, we examined the differences to the schedule this change would cause. In addition, we looked at the opportunities available and challenges presented to the 'November Nine'... more
		A Comprehensive Look at the WSOP Final Table Delay – Part One May 06, 2008		By now, everyone in poker has heard about the new format for this year's WSOP Main Event. The final table will be delayed several months to be shown "nearly live" on ESPN. It's a bold and controversial proposal, surrounded by rumors.... more
		Harrah's Announces Major Changes for 2008 WSOP May 01, 2008		In a stunning move that they hope will revolutionize how the general public experiences the world's largest poker tournament, Harrah's Entertainment confirmed this morning in a media conference call that the final table of the 2008... more
		USA Today Reporting WSOP Final Table Delayed Until November April 30, 2008		A conference call is scheduled for 11:00am Las Vegas time tomorrow, but it seems that the rumors that have been flying in the poker world may be true. If you make the final table of the World Series of Poker, you will have to wait 117 days... more
		Try something different today – Compete in PoolStars for your chance at a $12,500 World Series Package! April 26, 2008		PoolStars are delighted to host a 9-Ball pool satellite series giving players the opportunity to win a $12,500 World Series* Package. The first satellite kicks off at 17:00 EST/18:00 EDT on Thursday May 1 and will run daily until Saturday May 31… more
		Step up to the WSOP with PokerStars! April 14, 2008		PokerNews teams up with PokerStars to host over $100,000 worth of World Series freerolls. The first freeroll kicks off on Friday April 25 and the top 54 finishers will receive great prizes! more
		WSOP Freeroll Update I: See what massive freerolls are in store for you this week! April 09, 2008		PokerNews is delighted to announce $75,000 worth of World Series Freerolls coming up this week. The first freeroll kicks off on Sunday April 13 at 19:05 EST/20:05 EDT and is exclusive to PokerNews players… more
		Bodog Poker Gives Players a Freeway to the Final Table! March 27, 2008		Bodog Poker and PokerNews gives players a Freeway to the Final Table – a massive promotion giving winners the chance at a $12,000 World Series Package. Satellites begin April 3 at 20:00 EST and are exclusive to PokerNews players… more
		PokerNews and Full Tilt Poker Launch $87,500 Worth of WSOP Freerolls! March 16, 2008		PokerNews and Full Tilt Poker give you the chance to take home one of seven $12,500 World Series Packages beginning Sunday March 23 at 15:00 EST... more
		WSOP-C Caesars Atlantic City, Day 2: Hicks Holds Lead March 15, 2008		Dan Hicks ended Day Two at Caesars Atlantic City WSOP Circuit event just as he ended Day One, as chip leader. When the final table begins today at 2:00 pm EST, Hicks will be attempting to take this tournament wire-to-wire against eight... more
		WSOP-C Caesar's Atlantic City: Hicks, Khan and Phan on Top March 14, 2008		For the fourth consecutive year, players headed to down to the Boardwalk for Caesars Atlantic City WSOP Circuit event. The main event drew a starting field of 277, creating a total prize pool of $1,357,300 and a first-place prize... more
		Harrah's, Everest Poker Agree to WSOP Table-Felt Sponsorship Pact March 07, 2008		Everest Poker has announced this week a new agreement with Harrah's Entertainment, Inc. that strengthens the European poker site's presence as part of the World Series of Poker, beginning with summer's events. The multi-year deal... more
		2008 WSOP Pre-Registration Begins March 04, 2008		Harrah's Entertainment announced today that online and live pre-registration for events at the 2008 World Series of Poker Presented by Milwaukee's Best Light has begun. Pre-registration is available either live at the main... more