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The nine final-table players in the World Series of Poker’s main event have been determined. The leader is Jorryt van Hoof with 38 million in chips, 5 million more than the second-biggest stack. Last in the field is Bruno Plitano with just over 12 million.
The players range in age from 22 to 31 and represent several countries, including four from the United States and one each from Spain, Sweden, Norway, Brazil and the Netherlands. Seven of the finalists will win prizes in excess of $1 million, with the champion taking down $10 million.
The "November Nine" will reconvene at the Rio on Nov. 10.
Back to back: The big story at this year’s World Series of Poker was Mark Newhouse, who made the November Nine for the second year in a row. He emerged from fields of 6,352 and 6,683, respectively, to become the first to accomplish the feat. He’s in third place with 26 million.
More dates for ONJ: Olivia Newton-John is extending her stay at the Flamingo, with limited additional dates for the multimedia show now added through January. Tickets are now on sale and begin at $78.50.
Pinot Brasserie closes: After 15 years at the Venetian, where it helped significantly to pioneer the French brasserie concept in Las Vegas, Pinot Brasserie has closed. It’s the latest in an ongoing Venetian restaurant shake-up that’s seen the end of the road for Valentino and the debut of db Brasserie, Batali Burger Bar and Carlo’s Bakery.
Question: Was there ever a decision made about where the downtown hockey rink will be located?
Answer: After considering both the roof of the Plaza casino and the parking lot, the entire idea was eventually scrapped. As a result, the Las Vegas Wranglers minor league hockey team is without a venue, forcing it to skip the 2014 season.
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