2024 WSOP Unveils Thrilling Schedule and New Additions

As the summer heat begins to seep into the desert air of Las Vegas, poker enthusiasts worldwide are gearing up for the ultimate showdown at the World Series of Poker (WSOP) 2024. With Caesars Entertainment finally unveiling the much-anticipated schedule, players and fans alike are in for a treat as the 55th edition promises an array of exhilarating tournaments and unprecedented offerings.

Following the unprecedented success of the 2023 Main Event, which saw a record-breaking number of participants and a historic prize pool, excitement for this year's WSOP has reached fever pitch. The $10,000 entry fee from over 10,000 players propelled Daniel Weinman to victory, clinching a staggering $12.1 million in winnings.

In a long-awaited announcement in December, Caesars disclosed that the 2024 WSOP will kick off from May 28th to July 17th, with the Main Event commencing on July 3rd. Once again, the iconic Vegas Strip will serve as the battleground, with Horseshoe (formerly Bally's) and Paris playing host to the prestigious event.

The 2024 WSOP is set to introduce a slew of new tournaments alongside the crowd favorites, boasting a total of 99 events. Among the highlights are the introduction of over 10 fresh competitions, catering to players of all skill levels and preferences.

New Offerings:

• Seniors High Roller No-Limit Hold’em: A $5,000 buy-in high roller event exclusively for players aged 50 and above.
• Mixed No-Limit Hold’em; Pot-Limit Omaha Double Board Bomb Pot (8 Handed): A groundbreaking three-day event with a $1,500 buy-in.
• Independence Day Celebration No-Limit Hold’em: A festive three-day holiday event starting on July 3rd, featuring an $800 buy-in.

Moreover, significant changes in the tournament structure will see alterations in the starting flights, with popular events like Monster Stack, Millionaire Maker, and Colossus now offering either three or four starting flights to accommodate the soaring demand.

In addition to the exhilarating WSOP lineup, players can also indulge in daily poker extravaganzas, including the Daily Deep Stack tournaments and the new Daily Landmark Mega Satellites, promising thrilling action from May 28th to July 16th.

Ty Stewart, Senior Vice President, and Executive Director of the WSOP expressed his enthusiasm for this year's event, stating, “Records are made to be broken, so our motto this year is bigger and better.”

Main Event Maynia: The WSOP's Main Event Maynia returns with a guaranteed seat-qualifier series, offering players alternative routes to secure their spot at the 2024 WSOP through land-based satellites hosted at various partner casino resorts and card rooms across the country.

WSOP Online Events: For those unable to attend in person, WSOP.com Online Bracelet events will once again be available, featuring daily satellite qualifying events with Main Event satellites starting from as little as $1.

Navigating the WSOP: With Horseshoe and Paris undergoing transformations since the last WSOP, attendees can expect a slightly different layout. The integration of Paris into Horseshoe and the opening of the Versailles Tower promise enhanced accommodation options and improved accessibility between the two venues.

Conclusions

For fans unable to attend in person, PokerGO will resume its role as the official live stream and production partner of the WSOP, broadcasting dozens of bracelet events throughout the summer. Additionally, CBS Sports Network will air recorded episodes produced by PokerGO, providing comprehensive coverage of the 2024 WSOP.

With anticipation building and preparations underway, the 2024 WSOP is primed to deliver an unforgettable poker extravaganza, uniting seasoned veterans, aspiring amateurs, and enthusiasts from across the globe in the ultimate quest for glory and fortune on the felt of Las Vegas.