2008 World Series of Poker

Event 9 - $1,500 No-Limit Hold'em / Six-Handed
Day: 1
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Event Info

2008 World Series of Poker

Final Results
Winner
Winning Hand
k♣q♠
Prize
$372,929
Event Info
Buy-in
$1,500
Prize Pool
$1,687,410
Entries
1,236
Level Info
Level
23
Blinds
20,000 / 40,000
Ante
5,000

Dropping Like Flies

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[user40108]
The rate of eliminations in this event has been considerably faster than some anticipated. At least 46 players have been eliminated since the dinner break and we've lost over 88 percent of the field in just 7 levels.

While the pace may surprise some, it's worth noting that last year's event began with 1,427 players and Day 1 finally concluded with just 62 left standing, which appears to be roughly the same tempo. It 's also worth noting however that last year's event played 11 full levels, whereas we are scheduled to conclude today's play at the completion of level 10.