Day 1a of the World Series of Poker Main Event is the beginning of a seven-day trek for players to reach the famed November Nine. For anyone who has played in a multi-day tournament, you've probably heard both schools of thought in how to approach Day 1. Either the, "It's important to get off to a good start," or the "Day 1 doesn't matter, just survive" line.
Whether you're looking to thrive or are one to just try and survive, Day 1 is still a part of the tournament you'll have to get through if you want to win.