World Series of Poker commissioner Jeffrey Pollack has said that the schedule for the forthcoming 2007 event “reflects the best interests” of all involved, and emphasised the way in which the event was adapting to keep up with player and spectator demands. 

 

In an interview with CasinoCityTimes, Mr Pollack outlined his numerous ideas for the tournament, several of which are now set to be implemented at the 2007 event. 

 

A new $50,000 Horse tournament will feature this year, along with improved facilities for those attending. Relaxed advertising rules mean players can now promote casinos and venues of their choice on their clothing while playing. 

 

Last year the WSOP banned all advertising in a climate of uncertainty for online gambling, but now online gaming can be promoted again – providing it is not directed at US players. 

 

Players, dealers and sponsors were interviewed as a way of preparing for this year’s event, Mr Pollack told CasinoCity. 

 

“By a three-to-one margin, the surveys indicated that the game of choice was No-Limit Hold’em. We have very full palette of games and choices and no matter what the survey said—we were going to take into account the wishes of the players,” the commissioner revealed.

 

But no announcement was made over prize money, which in 2006 stood at $12 million for eventual winner Jamie Gold.

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