This limit tournament is reminiscent of most WSOP events in that it has drawn players from all over the world. Players from both the Southern and Northern hemispheres are all seated together throughout the gigantic Amazon Room, making the WSOP one of the most international events ever. Don't believe us? Check out the following stats:
Nations Participating in the WSOP (More nations participated in the 2010 WSOP than the 2010 Winter Olympics—117 vs. 82)
Year | # of Nations |
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2004 | 24 |
2005 | 41 |
2006 | 54 |
2007 | 87 |
2008 | 124 |
2009 | 115 |
2010 | 117 |