Big One for One Drop Returns for WSOP 2018
As the start of play got underway, there was an announcement from Ty Stewart, Executive Director of the WSOP.
"I remember in 2012 people said that a $1m buy-in tournament was crazy. They also then said that you couldn't have 11% juice on a mid-stakes tournament; that's crazy! Or have a $10m guaranteed One Drop in Rozvadov!
"But by this stage, and with a few more re-entries, this tournament is almost as big as what we did in Vegas for the One Drop there. That's crazy.
"However, what is truly crazy is that to date we have raised more than $20m because of the generosity of you all, which makes us one of the biggest charitable partnerships in the world.
"For anyone who says that poker players aren't charitable it's just truly amazing. That motivates us that there should be no end in sight."
Stewart then geared up for his big announcement.
"The WSOP's partnership with the One Drop foundation started with the Big One for One Drop back in 2012. And I'm happy to announce that the Big One for One Drop will return next summer for the 2018 WSOP from the 15-17th July. I'm looking forward to seeing some of you there."
Stewart then introduced the first entry into the 2018 Big One for One Drop - Leon Tsoukernik.
"I know you all want to participate in this beautiful event, and I'm waiting for you all in Vegas. Thank you!"