- Casino
- By State
- Alabama
- Alaska
- Arizona
- Arkansas
- California
- Colorado
- Connecticut
- Delaware
- Georgia
- Florida
- Hawaii
- Idaho
- Illinois
- Indiana
- Iowa
- Kansas
- Kentucky
- Louisiana
- Maine
- Massachusetts
- Maryland
- Michigan
- Minnesota
- Mississippi
- Missouri
- Montana
- Nebraska
- Nevada
- New Hampshire
- New Jersey
- New Mexico
- New York
- North Carolina
- North Dakota
- Ohio
- Oklahoma
- Oregon
- Pennsylvania
- Rhode Island
- South Carolina
- South Dakota
- Tennessee
- Texas
- Utah
- Vermont
- Virginia
- Washington
- West Virginia
- Wisconsin
- Wyoming
- By State
- Slots
- Poker
- Sports
- Esports
More than 6,600 Players Enter the World Series of Poker Main Event

Despite the impact of the pandemic, thousands of players entered the WSOP Main Event this year. Besides the WSOP bracelet, a hefty $8 million prize awaits the winner of the tournament.
WSOP Main Event Attracts 6,650 Entries
Last year, the global COVID-19 pandemic disrupted traveling and sports events around the globe. The number of visitors at hotels and casinos plummeted as well as their revenues. In-person poker events were impacted by the pandemic as well.
In fact, the World Series of Poker (WSOP) had to push some of its events toward the autumn and winter last year. In light of the pandemic, the WSOP decided to roll out two online poker tournaments for the Main Event. The winners of those tournaments then meet for a live game. As a result, the number of entries for the WSOP Main Event decreased significantly last year. In contrast, back in 2019, the Main Event attracted some 8,569 entries. This was the second-largest number of entries for the event in the history of WSOP.
However, it seems that this year the entries for WSOP’s Main Event are coming back full force. Despite the vaccination requirement and health and safety measures, this year’s event has seen 6,650 entries. Consequently, the entries have generated a hefty $62,011,250 prize pool.
6,650! pic.twitter.com/0UGEdsrHfc
— WSOP (@WSOP) November 11, 2021
Big Prizes Await the Top Players
Starting on November 4, the WSOP Main Event this year is set to run through November 17. Although all top 1000 participants are going to collect a prize, only the first 9 players are going to receive a prize above $1 million.
There is a rather drastic difference in the prizes when it comes to a player that takes 9th place or 10th-11th place. If a player takes 9th place they will collect a $1 million prize, while players in 10th or 11th place will go home with only $585,000.
Place | Earnings |
1st | $8,000,000 |
2nd | $4,300,000 |
3rd | $3,000,000 |
4th | $2,300,000 |
5th | $1,800,000 |
On the other hand, the player that ranks 3rd will go home with $3 million, while the 2nd place will reward the player with $4.3 million. However, when it comes to first place, the prize amount jumps significantly. The winner of the WSOP Main Event is going to collect a hefty $8 million prize, as well as a WSOP bracelet.
While some 1,000 players remain in the battle, it is too early to say who the winner is going to be. Earlier this week, the famous poker pro and 2003 WSOP World Championship winner, Chris Moneymaker entered the Main Event. According to WSOP, he is currently holding 12th place with a 1,432,000 chip count.
Jerome brings a wealth of journalistic experience within the iGaming sector. His interest in the industry began after graduating from college, where he regularly participated in local poker tournaments. This exposure led him to the growing popularity of online poker and casino rooms. Jerome now channels all the knowledge he's accrued to fuel his passion for journalism, providing our team with the latest scoops online.
Previous Article
Poker
November 12, 2021
Chinese Gambler Apprehended after Defrauding Overseas Sportsbooks

Must Read
Poker
September 2, 2025
Infrared Camera Poker Scam Busted in Birmingham Gambling Dens
Poker
August 18, 2025
ClubWPT Gold Slammed for Controversial Reveal Hands Feature
More Articles
Lottery
September 5, 2025
Lottery Fever Sweeps Texas as 3 Players Win Prizes of $1M
Casino
September 5, 2025
Sting Operation Leads to 28 Arrests in Florida’s Latest Gambling Case
Sports
September 5, 2025
Detroit Lions Brings BetMGM as First Official Sports Betting Partner
Business
September 5, 2025
MGM CEO Hornbuckle: “Las Vegas Is Not Dead”
Sports
September 5, 2025
Charlotte vs. Inter Miami 2025 MLS Odds, Time, and Prediction
Casino
September 4, 2025
Penn Entertainment to Open New Tower at M Resort in December
Legal
September 4, 2025
Koi Nation’s Sonoma Casino Plans Stall After Federal Court Ruling
Lottery
September 4, 2025
New Jersey Player Wins $150K from Jersey Cash 5
Casino
September 4, 2025
Two Players Win Slot Jackpots at Delaware Park Casino
Sports
September 4, 2025
Gambling Isn’t Bad If Done Responsibly, Says Leading US Trade Group
Lottery
September 4, 2025
Powerball Jackpot Hits $1.7B as Winning Remains Elusive
Business
September 4, 2025
Polymarket Cleared to Relaunch US Prediction Market