The Introducing, the November Nine…
Ivan Demidov: The last Russian standing out of a collective of 40 who made the WSOP this year. Was worn thin by the end of day 7, and too tired to appreciate the position he was in.
Peter Eastgate: The youngest player remaining, a full time online pro, the Danish player skipped on the satellites and chose to buy in for the $10k.
Kelly Kim: A former Toshiba employee, he was lucky to make the final 9 being short stacked in the closing stages.
Craig Marquis: Almost went bust with his planned aggressive strategy, but got lucky on a critical hand. Will be coached by friends Tom Dwan and David Benefield who are both online pros.
Scott Montgomery: A former teacher in Japan, he has been a pro for 5 years, and likes to avoid the spotlight.
Dennis Phillips: Chip leader, had all the stars sign his hat, now he is at the final table and not them.
David “Chino” Rheem: The most established pro at the final table. A final table finisher at the mixed Holdem event and a bracelet event runner up in 06.
Ylon Schwartz: Used to play chess for a living on the streets of New York, was introduced to poker 8 years ago and turned 200 into $12, 000.
Darus Suharto: An accountant by trade, he admits he is an amateur and uses a mathematical playing style.
