What is the World Series of Poker?

Q: What is the World Series of Poker?


A: The World Series of Poker (WSOP) is a series of poker tournaments held annually in Las Vegas.

Q: When did the WSOP start?


A: The WSOP started in 1970.

Q: Who invited seven of the best-known poker players to the Horseshoe Casino for a single tournament?


A: Benny Binion invited seven of the best-known poker players to the Horseshoe Casino for a single tournament.

Q: How many events are there in the WSOP as of 2020?


A: As of 2020, there are 101 events in the WSOP.

Q: What is the most commonly played poker variant in the WSOP?


A: Recently, most of the events in the WSOP have been variants of Texas hold 'em.

Q: When is the Main Event final table usually played?


A: Starting in 2008, the Main Event final table was not played until November.

Q: How did the COVID-19 pandemic affect the World Series of Poker in 2020?


A: A hybrid online format was used in 2020 because of the COVID-19 pandemic.

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