Gambling911.com - 2008 World Series of Poker

The Best of 2009: Most Popular Poker, Online Gambling Stories

C Costigan — Tue, 29 Dec 2009 02:15:43 +0000

You may see a few of these "Best of 2009 Poker and Online Gambling Stories" elsewhere, but Gambling911.com has the real heavy hitters, those stories that scored huge traffic wins. Yes, these were truly the most popular industry-related stories based on real audience numbers, so enjoy the look back and a look behind the scenes at Gambling911.com's traffic numbers on each subject matter.

2008 WSOP Winner Taxing Issue

Thomas Somach — Mon, 01 Dec 2008 17:35:14 +0000

Poker's newest champ needs a good tax attorney. Fast!

Dec 1 2008 - 12:36pm

2008 WSOP Winner Signs With Poker Royalty

Mon, 17 Nov 2008 15:11:32 +0000

Poker Royalty, the industry's premier poker representation agency, announced today that 2008 World Series of Poker Champion Peter Eastgate has selected Poker Royalty for worldwide management and marketing representation across all major platforms, including media, sponsorship, licensing, commercial endorsements and appearances. 

Nov 17 2008 - 10:12am

Peter Eastgate Wins 2008 World Series of Poker

Ace King — Tue, 11 Nov 2008 14:10:23 +0000

Denmark's Peter Eastgate has become the youngest player to ever win a World Series of Poker, breaking the record held by Phil Hellmuth, Jr. for the last 19 years.

Nov 11 2008 - 9:11am

2008 WSOP: Peter Eastgate vs. Ivan Demidov

Ace King — Mon, 10 Nov 2008 15:36:18 +0000

It was down to Dane Peter Eastgate (chip leader) and the fearless Russian Ivan Demidov at the 2008 WSOP heading into Monday's final play. These were the only two players remaining at this year's World Series of Poker.

Nov 10 2008 - 10:36am

Poker Player Johnny Chan All-In Endorsing Sexual Stamina Drink

Jenny Woo — Mon, 10 Nov 2008 02:25:26 +0000

Just prior to Sunday night's World Series of Poker dinner break, poker pro Johnny Chan approached the mike to plug to promote his new energy drink, which among other things will help improve one's sexual stamina.

Nov 9 2008 - 9:26pm

2008 World Series of Poker Final : Darus Suharto Interview

Jenny Woo — Sun, 09 Nov 2008 16:45:07 +0000

Gambling911.com Senior Correspondent, Jenny Woo, had an opportunity to sit down with Darus Suharto, who will be playing 6th in chips (12,520,000) during the 2008 WSOP final table on November the 10th. Darus Suharto is Indonesian Canadian so he'll have quite the fan base rooting him on.

Nov 10 2008 - 10:19pm

2008 WSOP Final Table Betting Odds

C Costigan — Sun, 09 Nov 2008 15:36:52 +0000

The 2008 WSOP final table is about to get underway after a three month delay and you can bet which of the professional poker players are going to win the main event.

Nov 9 2008 - 10:37am

Ivan Demidov Intimidating After Finishing 2nd at WSOPE? Think Not!

Ace King — Sun, 09 Nov 2008 03:38:45 +0000

Russian Ivan Demidov managed something pretty amazing this year. He finished 2nd at the World Series of Poker Europe final table (WSOPE) and now he's among the nine that will face off today at the WSOP final table in Vegas after a three month delay.

Nov 9 2008 - 10:39pm

2008 WSOP Final Table: Jenny Woo Interviews The Players

C Costigan — Sun, 09 Nov 2008 03:01:18 +0000

With the highly anticipated 2008 World Series of Poker about to get underway Tuesday, Gambling911.com's Jenny Woo had an opportunity to sit down with a few of the finalists.

Nov 10 2008 - 10:01pm

2008 World Series of Poker Final: Dennis Phillips Interview

Jenny Woo — Sat, 08 Nov 2008 20:35:27 +0000

Gambling911.com Senior Correspondent, Jenny Woo, had an opportunity to sit down with 2008 World Series of Poker chip leader who coming into this week's delayed final had $26,296,000 in chips.

Nov 8 2008 - 10:35pm

2008 World Series of Poker Final: Interview With Ylon Schwartz

Jenny Woo — Sat, 08 Nov 2008 03:54:58 +0000

Continuing my interviews with the World Series of Poker final players, I had a chance to sit down with Ylon Schwartz.

Nov 9 2008 - 10:55pm

2008 WSOP Loses Steam: November Nine Fail To Shine

C Costigan — Thu, 06 Nov 2008 15:08:21 +0000

Not even the possibility of an arrest or showdown between the USA vs. Russia has ignited enough passion as we head into the 2008 WSOP final.

Nov 6 2008 - 10:09am

Ylon Schwartz Speaks Out About the WSOP Layoff

Thu, 30 Oct 2008 16:00:48 +0000

For the first time in the history of the Main Event, last summer's 2008 World Series of Poker did not culminate in the crowning of a new world champion. In a recent interview, Ylon Schwartz was quite vocal about his feelings on the topic. He feels very strongly about the fact that the final table should not have been delayed.

Oct 30 2008 - 12:01pm

Poker Pro Dennis Phillips eBay Poker Auction

Tue, 21 Oct 2008 23:44:42 +0000

With four days left on his Ebay auction to net an additional sponsor for the WSOP Main Event, Dennis Phillips has currently attracted 21 bids with the top offer standing at $13,100.00.

Oct 21 2008 - 7:45pm

Russian Players Have Impact on World Series of Poker Once Again

C Costigan — Thu, 02 Oct 2008 02:51:00 +0000

Russia's Ivan Demidov was listed with +425 odds at BetCRIS.com to win the 2008 World Series of Poker. Demidov had the second largest number of chips coming into the delayed final which is scheduled to play out this November.

Oct 1 2008 - 10:54pm

Phil Hellmuth’s 12th WSOP Bracelet and his Long Lost Twin

Tue, 23 Sep 2008 21:23:10 +0000

There is only one 11-time WSOP bracelet winner, but world-record holder Phil Hellmuth will have poker fans seeing double next week in London when the UltimateBet pro will come to the WSOPE with a gaggle of men and women vying for the "Phil Hellmuth Lookalike" title.

Sep 23 2008 - 5:25pm

Joe Hachem World Series of Poker Televised Tirade

Thu, 11 Sep 2008 19:47:15 +0000

During the televised coverage of the World Series of Poker Main Event Tuesday night Joe Hachem was, let's just say, not on his best behavior.

Sep 11 2008 - 11:50am

Scotty Nguyen, Poker and Booze a Lethal Combination

Mon, 25 Aug 2008 17:22:24 +0000

During the televised WSOP Horse 50K event dedicated to the memory of Chip Reese, poker pro Scotty Nguyen demonstrated an embarrassing lack of sportsmanship. The event was broadcast to millions of homes on ESPN

Aug 25 2008 - 1:24pm

David Rheem Officially Clear to Play at 2008 World Series of Poker Final

C Costigan — Wed, 20 Aug 2008 19:01:44 +0000

David Rheem, one of nine individuals slated to sit at this November's final table of the 2008 World Series of Poker, has been cleared by the Hollywood, Florida Police Department.

Aug 20 2008 - 3:03pm

Forget The Olympics: Russia Making Impact in the World of Poker

Ace King — Wed, 06 Aug 2008 03:06:34 +0000

Russia may be listed among the countries likely to receive the most gold medals at the 2008 Olympics (+1400 or 14/1 odds at SBG Global), they have even better odds to win another big world even this coming November - The World Series of Poker.

Aug 6 2008 - 11:11pm

2008 World Series of Poker Europe Schedule and Venue Announced

Mon, 04 Aug 2008 15:10:19 +0000

The 2008 World Series of Poker Europe (WSOPE) today announced that it will be hosting its event under one roof in the magnificent surroundings of the Casino at the Empire in Leicester Square London.

Aug 4 2008 - 11:13am

Bodog Poker Announces WSOP* Europe Qualifiers

Sat, 02 Aug 2008 02:56:00 +0000

London is calling all poker players to Bodog as the online poker powerhouse kicks off its qualifiers to the 2008 World Series of Poker Europe* Main Event.

Aug 1 2008 - 11:19pm

Hollywood, Florida Police Not Actively Pursuing WSOP Finalist David Rheem

Payton — Wed, 30 Jul 2008 11:33:38 +0000

Fears of a David Rheem arrest at or prior to November's WSOP Final may have been calmed somewhat on Wednesday.

Jul 30 2008 - 7:35am

Team Bodog Poker Players in the Spotlight on ESPN's WSOP* Broadcast

Tue, 29 Jul 2008 16:20:00 +0000

From the moment the first cards were dealt at the 2008 World Series of Poker* to the final days of the Main Event, Team Bodog enjoyed a terrific run this summer in Las Vegas.

Jul 29 2008 - 12:21pm