Youngest World Series of Poker Champ Wins a Second Event

Jeff Madsen, who a week ago became the youngest player to win a World Series of Poker event, reportedly repeated his success at another 3-day no-limit Hold 'Em game. This time around, the 21-year-old Santa Barbara film student scooped a $643,381 cash prize and a second WSOP gold bracelet. This new poker victory makes him the youngest WSOP millionaire.

Wednesday, 26 July 2006

World Series of Poker Event Sees Youngest Winner Ever

At 21, Jeff Madsen reportedly became the youngest poker champ to win a World Series of Poker event. The film student from Los Angeles, along with 1,578 other players, took part in a 3-day No Limit Hold'em event with a $2,000 buy-in. At the final table, Madsen managed to beat his opponent's straight with a higher straight. Following his win, the young poker champ pocketed $660,948 as well as one of the coveted World Series of Poker bracelets.

Tuesday, 18 July 2006

London Bar Owner to Set Poker Precedent?

Derek Kelly, the owner of the "Gutshot," a trendy pub in London, is currently being prosecuted for hosting illegal poker games in his establishment. According to authorities, Kelly has been violating the Gambling Act because, in the U.K., only licensed gambling venues, such as casinos, are allowed to organize poker games and poker tournaments.

Tuesday, 11 July 2006

Boyd Beats Hachem at WSOP's No Limit Hold’ Em Short Handed Poker Tournament

According to a recent report, Poker champion Joe Hachem finished second in the World Series of Poker No Limit Hold’Em Short Handed tournament in Las Vegas, conceding victory to Californian player Russ Boyd. Although it looked as though Hachem would keep his advantage on the "Dutch" until the end, the poker tables turned when the River revealed a 5, giving Boyd two pairs.

Tuesday, 04 July 2006