Michelle, who previously worked as video reporter in the poker industry, had a fantastic run at the 2008 WSOP Main Event and managed to make 17th place before finally bowing out of the prestigious tournament for a $334,534. To date it is the highest payout for a female playing in the Main Event.
"From Hollywood to Vegas, Tiffany Michelle is a rising star in so many extraordinary ways," said Ultimate Bet's Annie Duke. "We're thrilled to be able to bring such a recognizable force on...
But showing yet again he has the iron stomach to withstand the massive swings of high-stakes poker, everyone's favorite Finnish LAG, Patrik Antonius, stuck with it long enough yesterday to finally see things swing his way - in a big way.
The big finish: two huge hands late in a session at the $500/$1,000 RailHeaven table at Full Tilt against Jay "pr1nnyraid" Rosenkrantz, where turned full houses ended in $540k in pots pushed his way.
The first, for a relatively modest $180k,...
So many women taking the stage these days! Some say that it happens because of the internet where one doesn't directly confront other players. That might be true, but on the other hand it can only happen......
It was another record-breaking event for the HPT, which saw 480 players shoot for poker glory at the main event of the Majestic Star series.
Sigsbee, who is a 23-year-old aspiring golfer and options trader, took down $206,273 for his final table performance.
"This feels pretty good," said Sigsbee. "Now it's off to the golf course."
Despite playing poker for the entire weekend Sigsbee, who is a recent graduate of Notre Dame, has plans to play in the upcoming 36 hole...