partypoker Chairman Mike Sexton Congratulates Main Event Players
Shortly before the start of Level 13, partypoker Chairman Mike Sexton wanted to say a few words to the players:
"On behalf of myself and partypoker President John Duthie, we'd like to thank you for your involvement in this, the largest event in Russian poker history!
"We certainly want to take a moment to thank everyone at the Sochi Casino & Resort, as well as all you players for participating in this fantastic tournament. Whether you qualified online on partypoker, bought in live, played a satellite, or however you got into this tournament - we appreciate your participation!
"We are proud of the way the Russian poker market is growing, and obviously this event shows you what a force Russia is in the poker world. I wish you all the best of luck on your quest to make the final table and win this tournament.
"And let me just add one more thing! To show you the integrity of partypoker and this tournament, and to show you that we didn't add anyone extra into the tournament - the final number of entrants is 999! You get an overlay in this tournament!
"Good luck and congratulations to all remaining players!"
