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The World Series of Poker was conceived at Binion's Horseshoe Casino in 1970, gradually growing in popularity from its original seven participants to several hundred players. During the early installments, the majority of the field was comprised of p

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      Bernard Lee is a columnist for ESPN.com. Since finishing 13th in the 2005 WSOP Main Event, Lee has earned over $2 million in career earnings, including six poker titles. Along with his contributions to ESPN.com, Bernard is poker columnist for CardPlayer and All-In Magazines and also the host of a weekly poker radio show in Boston, "The Bernard Lee Poker Show".
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The World Series of Poker was conceived at Binion’s Horseshoe Casino in 1970, gradually growing in popularity from its original seven participants to several hundred players.