A UK poker player has retuned home after competing in a US poker tournament alongside some 6,900 other casino fans.
The Hampshire Chronicle News reports that 52-year-old Mark Crocker placed a "creditable" 352nd and was one of the highest ranking UK players in the competition.
Mr Crocker gained entrance to the Las Vegas-based event after entering a tournament held by online casino provider Ladbrokes Casino, where he plays under the name of Balou.
Also on Ladbrokes' 120-strong team were celebrity snooker player Steve Davis and darts player John Part.
Speaking to the local news provider about his experience, Mr Crocker said: "I got to know Steve Davis quite well while I was out there. He played well and was very unlucky, going out just shortly before I did. John Part was also a nice guy as well."
In related news, online casino Paddy Power recently opened the betting on the outcome of the 2008 World Series of Poker Main Event, with the final nine players battling it out in November.
Online Casino News - 23/07/2008
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