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50th edition of WSOP sets record numbers
16 Jul 2019

Through all 90 events at this year's World Series of Poker, there were 187,298 entries, which is an all-time record and a 51% increase from last year.

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Young millionaires Su and Marchington show class and dignity in defeat at WSOP Main Event
15 Jul 2019

For a pair of 20-something-year-olds who just won over a million dollars each in their first World Series of Poker, Timothy Su and Nick Marchington left zero doubt that they are wise beyond their years and good for the future of poker.

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Final table is set at 2019 World Series of Poker Main Event
13 Jul 2019

The final nine players are from six different countries and will resume play on Sunday in Las Vegas, with the eventual winner taking home $10 million.

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Around the WSOP: Online grinder Marchington still has a shot to become youngest Main Event winner
13 Jul 2019

The 21-year-old Brit and WSOP rookie is heading to the Main Event final table following an eventful Day 7 that saw him fall from chip leader to short stack. Plus, a look ahead to the final table and some interesting trends regarding past history, age and experience.

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Rand's run as semi-celebrity at WSOP Main Event comes to an end
11 Jul 2019

The World Series of Poker Main Event is all about recreational players taking their shot at glory, and that's exactly what the 38-year-old did this week with his 84th place finish.

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Empire City Casino welcomes MGM Resorts' Management Associate Program
11 Jul 2019

The Management Associate Program is a 12-month professional development program that offers recent bachelor’s and master’s degree recipients the opportunity to develop their exposure and leadership skills.

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Around the WSOP: Moneymaker falls short in Main Event
10 Jul 2019

On the heels of being honored as one of the most important players in World Series of Poker history, 2003 champ Chris Moneymaker bowed out on Day 4 of the Main Event, but remains optimistic about the arc of his playing career.

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Beau Rivage opens TAP Book Bar & Bistreaux
10 Jul 2019

The Biloxi resort has introduced the venue with more than 100 HD screens including a massive 24-foot wide by 14-foot tall video wall.

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The Isley Brothers head to Gold Strike Casino Resort
6 Jul 2019

The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees will bring the 60th anniversary tour to the Mississippi resort on 13 July.

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GVC extends partnership with Optimove
3 Jul 2019

This renewal expands the relationship between companies to include the Gala brands, and Roar Digital, GVC and MGM’s joint venture in the U.S.

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MGM Resorts launches responsible gaming program at Empire City Casino
1 Jul 2019

The program aligns responsible gambling policies with enhanced customer service and education, at its recently acquired property, Empire City at Yonkers Raceway in New York.

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World Series of Poker update through 66 events
1 Jul 2019

With 24 events still remaining, the WSOP has already shattered the attendance record, as 147,334 entrants have played in WSOP gold bracelet events. That is already 19% above last year’s record of 123,865.

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First Fifty Honors winners announced
29 Jun 2019

The WSOP came up with the list of seven categories and the public used an online voting mechanism to cast votes and determine who their favorites were across the categories.

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First Fifty Honors gala this Saturday
27 Jun 2019

Poker will pause play this Saturday night at the Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino to take time to honor the most memorable moments and players that have made the last 50 years of the WSOP so memorable.

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MGM Resorts recognized as one of most community-minded companies in US
27 Jun 2019

MGM Resorts has been named an honoree of The Civic 50 by Points of Light, the world's largest organization dedicated to volunteer service.

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