PokerStars has released the schedule for the World Championship of Online Poker 2009, featuring a variety of games and massive prize pools. The series starts on September 3, 2009, with the main event on September 20, 2009.
Kirill Gerasimov, the 2008 champion of Russia in Pot-Limit Hold'em, finished second in the WSOP Pot-Limit Hold'em Championship, winning $391,369. He faced strong competition at the final table, including John Cabbage and Eugene Todd.
Jeff Lisandro made history at the WSOP 2009 by winning tournaments in all varieties of stud in a single year. He secured his third bracelet and a significant lead in the Player of the Year race.
Russian poker pro Sergey Altbregin narrowly missed out on a WSOP bracelet, finishing second in the $2,500 8-Game Mix tournament. He earned $149,342 for his efforts.
Vitaly Lunkin finished second in the World Championship of Pot Limit Omaha at the WSOP, earning $419,832 and moving to 7th in the Player of the Year race.
Max 'decay' Lykov, known for his performances in FTOPS tournaments, finished third in the WSOP $5,000 No-Limit Hold'em Shootout, earning $145,063.
Phil Ivey discusses his struggles in poker tournaments last year and his improved focus this year. He also addresses rumors about tipping his prize money.
Sergey Rybachenko faced a tough second day at the WSOP No-Limit Hold'em tournament, losing several big hands and ultimately being eliminated.
Alexander Kravchenko is among the final nine players at the WSOP Event #27 Pot Limit Omaha Hi/Lo 8-or-better, $5000. The first place prize is $246,616.