The 2023 World Series of Poker (WSOP) was a record-breaking event, with more prize money and entries than ever before. The tournament, which took place in Las Vegas, Nevada, saw a total of 8,945 entries and a total prize pool of $87,845,000. This is the highest number of entries and prize money ever seen in the history of the WSOP.
The Main Event, which is the most prestigious event of the series, saw a total of 4,902 entries and a prize pool of $47,945,000. This is the highest number of entries and prize money ever seen in the Main Event. The winner of the Main Event was American professional poker player John Hennigan, who took home the first-place prize of $10 million.
The 2023 WSOP also set new records for the number of countries represented at the tournament. A total of 107 countries were represented at the tournament, with players from all over the world competing for the top prizes. This is the highest number of countries ever represented at a WSOP event.
The 2023 WSOP was also notable for its use of technology. The tournament used facial recognition technology to verify players’ identities and ensure that only eligible players were able to compete. This is the first time this technology has been used at a WSOP event.
The 2023 WSOP was an incredible success and set new records for prize money and entries. This is a testament to the popularity of poker and the skill and dedication of all the players who competed in the tournament. It’s sure to be remembered as one of the most successful WSOP events in history.