November nine

Well the final table for the WSOP main event is now set. This should be the most interesting final table in a few years.

Phil Ivey of course is the big poker name. He's known even outside the poker world. Similar to Doyle Brunson and Phil Hellmuth he's at least somewhat recognized in the mainstream.

In addition Shulman and Aikenhead are known at least among some poker players. I admit I'd never heard of them before the WSOP but I'm not a real follower of the poker scene beyond the biggest names.

Of course there's Darvin Moon. This year's everyman. Running very well and playing it pretty cool. Can he continue to run well and pull out the win. It would probably be best for poker if Moon wins it. It might produce something of a Moneymaker effect and bring lots of new players into the sites. That would be great.

So while most everyone on 2+2 is of course cheering for Ivey we should probably really be hoping for Moon. In any case we're looking forward to an entertaining final table in November this year.