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WPT World Poker Finals to Visit Foxwoods

Poker News - October 19th, 2009 - Written by Glen

world poker tourComing October 19th, the World Poker Finals series is set to begin in Connecticut. Hosted at the nation's largest casino, the beautiful Foxwoods Hotel and Resort, the World Poker Finals represent one of the largest events in the World Poker Tour. As if early November were not exciting enough for the poker industry, fans and players will be treated to not only the WPT, but also the showdown between the November Nine.

Starting October 19th, over twenty days of poker tournaments will be held in Foxwoods. The World Poker Tour is one of the largest series of poker in the world, and professionals and amateurs alike will undoubtedly meet in Connecticut to gather around the tables for fun, pride, and money. The tournaments will carry varying buy-ins, ranging from $300 dollar shoot-outs to the $10,000 dollar main event.

Seniors tournaments, ladies tournaments, mixed games and normal events will comprise this leg of the World Poker Tour. Structures, buy ins, and starting chips have already been listed through Foxwoods' website, allowing players to see first hand what they should come to expect. As with much of the World Poker Tour, this should be a televised event, and one for the record books should the impressive reputation of Foxwoods gather the crowds that are expected.

While the first tournament is due to begin and end October 19th, the Main Event of the series is not set to start until November Fifth. The Texas Hold 'em WPT World Championship will require a $10,000 dollar buy-in, making this a limited access event to those who do not have the capital to join in the fray. Thankfully, many of the Most Trusted USA Online Poker Rooms are offering satellites and steps to allow players cheaper entrance to these tournaments. Only a lucky few will with with the grand prize, but anyone is entitled to put down the cash and have a shot at fame, glory, and recognition amongst other poker players and fans alike.

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