Friday, August 11, 2006

New Winner Crowned at World Series of Poker


A former Hollywood talent agent has won the 2006 World Series of Poker and the $12 million first place prize. Jamie Gold outlasted 8772 players to take down the championship being held at the Rio casino in Las Vegas. The favorite going into the final table, poker pro Allen Cunningham, finished in 4th place for a $3.6 million payday. The 2nd place finisher was a 22 year old who took home over $6 million!!
The pic is of the winner and his cash being congratulated by his mentor and winner of 10 World Series of Poker bracelets, Johnny Chan.

1 comment:

akjn westside said...

Damn...I could buy alot of Hello Kitty stuff with that big pile 'o money