The 2015 World Series of Poker began with 6,420 players – which created a prize pool of $60,348,000 – and on Tuesday the final 27 returned to battle for a spot in the coveted November Nine, which would guarantee them a $1,001,020 payday while giving them a shot at the $7,680,021 first-place prize.
On the last day of play before the three-month hiatus, 18 players had their dreams crushed. When the dust settled, the 2015 WSOP November Nine was comprised of an eclectic mix of players including circuit regular and chip Joseph McKeehan; 72-year-old Pierre Neuville, who is fresh off winning a Lifetime Achievement Award at the European Poker Awards; and WSOP bracelet winner Max Steinberg.