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The 2007 World Series of Poker (WSOP) was a landmark event in poker history, held at the Rio All-Suite Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas. This edition saw a record-breaking field of 6,358 entrants in the Main Event, creating a prize pool of over $59 million. The champion was Jerry Yang, a psychologist and former social worker, who claimed the $8.25 million first prize after a thrilling final table.
Yang\“s victory was notable for his aggressive playing style and his heartfelt decision to donate 10% of his winnings to charity. The 2007 WSOP also featured 55 bracelet events across various poker variants, with pros like Phil Hellmuth adding to their legacy. This year underscored poker\“s global appeal and the life-changing opportunities the game offers. |
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