2005 World Series of Poker - Final Tournament ReportWritten by Tom Howze
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A dominate Todd Witteles won Event #36 "Limit Hold'em" knocking out opponents left and right to take home bracelet and $347,385. Event #37 "No Limit Hold'Em with Rebuys" was won by Jon Heneghan taking home $611,015 in process. Event #38 was a super satellite tournament for seats to Main Event, so no prize pool or list of winners was produced. Event #39 "No Limit 2 to 7 Draw Lowball with Rebuys" had David Grey as champion who was heralded with $365,135. Event #40 was also a super satellite like #38 so there is nothing to report unfortunately. When it came time for raising money for charity, media and celebrities in Event #41 showed up at tables. Randy Bowman of media won $10,000 for Noblesville Boys and Girls Club. Event #42 is WSOP Main Event, big tournament where millionaires are born. This year first place prize was $7,500,000 and every person who made final table became a millionaire guaranteed. 5,619 entrants competed in tournament making it largest in WSOP history. In fact it was so large that it had to be spread out over 9 days. 2004 champion Greg Raymer made it up to 25th place before elimination, receiving $304,680 for his efforts. But it was Joseph Hachem who became champion for this year, pocketing $7.5 million and a beautiful diamond bracelet that can only be earned by winning Main Event. For those who were busted out of Main Event, they found additional tournaments for play in Events #43, #44 and #45 which were 1 day events. Ron Kirk beat out players like Erik Seidel and Marcel Luske to take home $321,520 for winning Event #43 "No Limit Hold'Em" tournament. Event #44 "No Limit Hold'Em" was won by John Pires who received $220,935 for his victory. And Event #45 "No Limit Hold'Em" winner was Willie Tann who happily received his bracelet and $188,335 for 1 day's work! Not bad at all. Individuals came from across planet to play in this tournament series. New records were set for attendance, for money won in WSOP and probably number of headaches Harrah's had in setting up and running an event of this magnitude. But in end everyone from players, event champions, media and staff of Harrah's should be congratulated for creating something to be enjoyed and talked about for years to come.

Tom Howze is a webmaster for 9 sites that relate to 2005 World Series of Poker and World Poker Tour events, updates and information.
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Riding ATVs for recreational, sporting and utility uses is fun because machines are made to challenge by pushing them through tough situations. Because you will be riding ATVs on primitive roads and through wildlife, you must remember to prepare yourself by wearing safety equipment. Protective equipment can help save your life or just save you from getting cuts and bruises. Riding fast on uneven trails through rocks, sticks and mud can be formula for injury. Helmets are a necessary piece of protective equipment no matter where you are driving and ATV. Eye protection is highly recommended along with helmets. Gloves would be wise to wear because you will be gripping handles and throttle tight. The gloves will help reduce any soreness from tight grip. ATV riders using their vehicle as a utility device will usually already be wearing long sleeve shirts and pants, but sport drivers need to do same. The proper clothing attire is just as important as wearing protective gear. ATVs are supposed to be driven through rough, but some are not as rough as others. Know what type of riding you will be doing in order to get right type of ATV. For racing through rough trails you will want good suspension. There are tons of trails for ATVing, so test it out on different terrains instead of buying your own, but you may become addicted.

Mitch Johnson is a successful freelance author that writes regularly for http://www.atv-parts-n-accessories.com/ , a site that focuses exclusively on atv reviews, as well as tips on choosing parts and accessories. His articles have also been featured on recreational automotive sites such as http://www.go-cart-plans-n-kits.com/ and http://www.best-scooters-n-mopeds.com/
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