The Pegasus Takes Flight

The WSOP Circuit has become a proving ground for many of poker's most accomplished tournament players, providing a steady stream of low buy-in events for grinders to hone their skills, and Mark "Pegasus" Smith has earned his reputation as one of the Circuit's shining stars.

With an incredible five Circuit wins, including his most recent in 2011 when he took down a $345 ring event at the Horseshoe in Southern Indiana, the man known as Pegasus is here today looking for his first gold bracelet.

We will be sure to keep you updated on Smith's progress, as he attempts to navigate this massive Day 1 field.