The World Poker Tour Choctaw Main Event in Durant, Oklahoma, drew a large field of 1,175 players, which boosted the original $2 million guarantee with almost the double.
There were several interesting names on the final table, including Darren Elias going for his third WPT title in a year, WPT Champions Club member Andy Hwand going for his second WPT title, and Mina Greco attempting to become the[...] Read more » Jason Brin Tops 1,175 Players To Win WPT Choctaw
Joined: Mar '11
Location: United Kingdom
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Many congratulations to Jason Brin on winning this WPT event and the first prize of $682,975. Its an even more remarkable achievement as this was his first WPT tournament
Joined: May '08
Location: Lithuania
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well it just proves again and again that poker is so much about luck vs skill (at least short term). think about this- dude comes into final table with 2nd smallest stack, is playing against more experienced players and playing in his 1st ever wpt event to add to the nerves, yet still he manages to win... fcuk poker, i better stick with red/black.
Joined: Mar '12
Location: United Kingdom
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A good win for the rookie,I know the top players always try and win the tourney but sometimes I think when it gets to the final table you should be playing the guys who are happy to ladder or are inexperienced with a bit more caution.
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Cheers well done Jason Brin, i am commenting on this post because i saw his name was bin and wanted to check it out, but it was a mistake i think when i checked it, anyway hope you guys are having a great time on this sunny Sunday and hoping to make some money on poker or betting so good luck hope you do well and have a profitable Sunday, cheers peace out guys, im off for some food and back to sleep!
