AUTHOR: Jerry "Jet" Whittaker TITLE: World Poker Open Heading to Tunica DATE: 10:01 AM ----- BODY:
The World Poker Open is returning to Tunica in 2007. It will be held January 21-25, 2007 at the Gold Strike Casino Resort. The Poker Open includes 20 tournament events, including a ladies competition. Last year's champion, Scotty Nguyen will return to defend his title. Last year, Nguyen took home nearly $1 million as the top prize. The Travel Channel will be in town to provide coverage of the tournament. World Poker Tour airs every Wednesday at 9 p.m. Eastern on the Travel Channel.
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