WSOP Movie Possible
Posted on July 23, 2008
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A documentary surrounding the 2005 victory of Australian Joe Hachem over the international crowd at the World Series of Poker could be in the works, with Hachem’s brother Michael as a producer. When Diamond Joe won the 2005 WSOP, it was at that time the biggest individual sports prize in history, and Joe has been a popular figure ever since. The name of the documentary comes from Joe’s catchy catch phrase, uttered when he would win a big pot: “Pass the Sugar.” Additional celebrity poker player professionals will be interviewed for this project, such as Jennifer Tilly.
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No Drop Planned for Poker Machines
Posted on July 23, 2008
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There will not be a drop in poker machine numbers if Tasmanian Government Treasurer Michael Aird has his way. He is not against working to help resolve problem gambling, but lowering the number of poker machines is just not in his plans. He does want to throw more money at the problem, such as implementing a “Smart Card” program that would limit gambling…
Poker Ring Raids Nab 47
Posted on July 23, 2008
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Four illegal poker rings were recently busted by police raids in Pickering and Toronto, resulting in 47 people facing charges. Around $12k in cash was seized as well as gambling equipment, which according to Toronto police estimates to be worth more than double the amount of cash seized. The people running the poker rings could face up to $70k in fines and possible jail time…
Poker Fans Look Forward to ESPN WSOP Coverage
Posted on July 22, 2008
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The World Series of Poker is wrapped up until the final table resumes in November, and the ESPN coverage of the WSOP is about to be showcased on TV, and the fans of the poker world can’t wait. In addition to the excitement of the poker being played there is the drama - such as Phil Hellmuth’s infamous berating of his table mates late in the tournament series - and the fun. A rumor is circulating that pro player Phil “The Unabomber” Laak went through make up and disguise efforts to hide his identity in one tournament, and that is just the sort of thing ESPN will capture…