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Ever since he played in Belgium's first live poker tournament in 2005, Kenny Hallaert has been making a name for himself. Now he's thinking about one thing: this year's WSOP Main Event final table.

Over the last 13 years, Cliff Josephy has gone from being the "fish" everyone wanted at their home game to having legendary status in the poker world. Now, as chip leader of the WSOP Main Event final table, "JohnnyBax" is on the doorstep of capturing the game's most prestigious prize.

The provider of hospitality software solutions will support the award category entitled 'Land-Based Industry Supplier of the Year' during the Global Gaming Expo 2016 in Las Vegas.

For the seventh straight year, the renowned Football SuperContest in Las Vegas has hit an all-time high for participants, earning comparisons to the World Series of Poker's Main Event for its popularity, prestige and increasing challenge to win.

Ten finalists eligible for induction into the Poker Hall of Fame on 26 October in Las Vegas at Binion's Gambling Hall were named after a public nomination process.

As ESPN begins its 2016 coverage of the World Series of Poker this week, popular host Lon McEachern speaks with Casino City about the parallels between his career and the continued rise and popularity of the game.

The coverage will include the Global Casino Championship, the Main Event Championship and a three-day live Final Table.

The Team PokerStars Pro made four final tables and won two bracelets at this year's World Series.

ESPN will televise the WSOP event, which runs from July 9 to July 11 and features notable poker players from around the globe.

Kicking off Aug. 4 at Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort in North Carolina, the circuit will travel to 22 U.S. Circuit stops and six international stops.

Jason Mercier has been the talk of the World Series of Poker this summer — both on and off the felt. He speaks with Casino City about his astounding run at the Rio, what it would mean to his bankroll if he captures a fifth career bracelet, and how his life away from the table has helped stabilize his career.

Shaun Deeb won five straight hands in a heads-up match, solidifying his victory and earning him $111,101 in the $1,500 Seven-Card Stud event.

Ian Johns bagged the $290,635 prize and became the second duel gold bracelet winner at the 2016 series.

The strategic alliance between the two organizations will enhance the breadth and quality of their brands, which range from gaming conferences to regulatory services.

The playing card manufacturer has signed a multi-year deal with the World Series of Poker.