Hustle & Bustle
Inside the Empire Casino, however, is a slightly quieter affair, even though several of the biggest names in poker are still plugging away in this £2,500 Horse event. I'm sure that'll change come weekly booze time, and all the Friday night party-goers will come trundling in and thickening the rail to three or four rows.
For the time being though, the Empire casino seems to be handling the pressures of WSOPE very well indeed. Very few complaints, plenty of happy faces and inexperienced dealers performing magnificently. Kudos to cardroom manager Paul Whiting who has worked tirelessly throughout the duration of this competition.