What a sea of people....thousands. I played at a small $250 satellite that occupied just 8 tables, but in the same room, more than 500 people paid $1,000 to win big. Over 40 spots paid with the top spot taking around $167,000. The tournament all took place in the Events section of the Borgata, but once knocked out, familiar poker faces could be seen downstairs in the equally action-packed poker room.
The format was good....5,000 chips, 25 minute levels, low blind start....but still, I played lousy. Sure I never had cards, but for some reason I just couldn't get going. When I did catch a hand (pocket tens), I was facing pocket aces that caught a set right out the door. I hated to leave, not for the obvious reason of absolutely hating to lose, but I really liked the players. They were on the tight side, but would still make the occasional move. I was just starting to get a feel for the playing styles, but the environment was really fun and friendly with lots of joking until someone got a hand which tended to quiet things down. Can't wait to try again, bankroll permitting.
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