Inaugural World Series Of Slots A Success In Las Vegas

First there was the World Series of Poker in Las Vegas. A celebration of all different types of poker games that were played by both professionals and amateurs alike for several weeks in the middle of the summer.

Now, the slots equivalent has been created. The inaugural World Series of Slots took place this past week at the Golden Nugget Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas, and the turnout and competition was a welcomed addition for the city in tough economic times.

"A World Series of Slots has never been done before, and players from all over loved the head-to-head challenge," said Tilman Fertitta, Chief Executive Officer of Golden Nugget, "This event was a huge success that we're sure to repeat in the future."

The big winner from the tournament that was held April 17-19, was Michele Leone from San Diego, California. Leone walked away with the top prize of $100,000 and a WSOS bracelet. The runner up in the event was Vera Panjanon-Wolf, who took home $15,000.

The tournament structure was set up for one on one action. With each round that a player won, they were guaranteed more money. The top four places in the tournament all made over $8,000 and all the way up to place 140 were guaranteed at least $500.

Las Vegas casino have been struggling mightily since the economy dried up in the US. The casino industry in general has been among the hardest hit in the US, with Atlantic City casinos on the verge of an economic meltdown.

April 26, 2009
Posted By Terry Goodwin
Staff Editor, CasinoGamblingWeb.com
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