The World Series of Poker 2022: All You Need to Know

Like many sports fanatics, poker players and enthusiasts from all over the world look forward to the biggest and most coveted poker tournament in the world. For months, people from all over travel to the events to either take part or to watch the excitement.

The World Serries of Poker 2022, which is the 53rd annual event, recently announced the long-awaited event schedule. This included everything you need to know about the event that will be held in a new, old location in Las Vegas.

To discover all you need to know about this phenomenal event, you will need to understand what this tournament is and the details surrounding this year’s schedule. Keep reading to learn more about the 2022 World Series of Poker.

When Is the 2022 World Series of Poker?

As poker players and fans everywhere get jazzed up for the 53rd annual World Series of Poker tournament, the administration of the event finally weighed in about the event details. Since the tournament is typically held amid the summer months, this year is no different.

The official word is that the WSOP 2022 will be held starting May 31st and will run through July 20th as is the normal timeframe. Events are scheduled throughout these months giving fans and players alike the opportunity to see some real poker action.

It is worth noting that the WSOP has also stated that Vince Vaughn will be this year's Master of Ceremonies. It is reported that he is a huge fan of poker and is excited to be a part of this historic event.

Where Is the 2022 World Series of Poker Being Held?

Although for the last 17 years the tournament had been held at the Rio All Suite Hotel & Casino, this year the association will be making a change. The reason for the move is somewhat two-fold in that the new location was where the original tournament was held in 1970, and the location has quite a bit more space for players and spectators. 

The World Series of Poker 2022 will be making its way back to the Las Vegas Strip to the Horseshoe and Paris Las Vegas Hotel & Casino. Not only will patrons be able to take in everything these locations have to offer, but they will also have access to the rest of the Strip along the way.

How Should You Get to the 2022 World Series of Poker?

Getting to the 2022 World Series Poker tournament will depend heavily on whether you are planning to go as a spectator or as a player. Since each of these holds its advantages and disadvantages, it is important to know which applies to you.

If you are planning to go to the tournament to watch your favorite players, you will first and foremost need to ensure that you are at least 21 years of age. This is the minimum age required by the United States government for an individual to be present at an event like the WSOP.

Unless you are planning to stay the enitre summer, you will want to look at the schedule before you start your travels. Some events span multiple days, and some days have multiple events, making it more ideal to go some days rather than others. 

Most people, depending on where they live will either fly or drive to Las Vegas. This again depends on what your preferences are. If you stay near to one of the properties, it is best to just walk to the event. If you stay somewhere off-strip or further down on the strip, taking an uber or taxi to the event is advised. Although Las Vegas does have a public bus system, it is not very efficient or safe when carrying the amounts of money needed to play the WSOP. 

How Should You Prepare for the 2022 World Series of Poker?

Preparing for the 2022 World Series of Poker is especially important if you are planning to enter one or more of the various events. This typically means that you should spend some time before the event studying the rules of poker and practicing your playing strategy.

Most poker players who do this professionally, treat it like a job and take the time throughout the year to play as much as they can. If you want a chance to win anything, you should take the same advice and play as much as you can before you arrive.

Additionally, it is advised to spend some time watching videos of other poker players to hone your skills. Perhaps spend some time checking out videos of previous WSOP events, or watching a poker pro explain some of his/her tactics on Youtube. You can also spend some time checking out books about becoming a poker pro. 

When Is the Main Event for the World Series of Poker 2022?

While many people are curious about the entire schedule of events throughout the World Series of Poker 2022, others are more interested in the main event schedule. This is because it is the time in the tournament when the more qualified players, and the big money, is on the table.

The main event schedule for the 2022 WSOP is scheduled to begin on July 3rd with the finals completing the tournament on July 15th and 16th. Most poker enthusiasts plan their trips around this time so they can try their hand at winning, as well as see who is crowned the best poker player of the year for themselves. 

What COVID-19 Guidelines Will Be Place at the WSOP 2022?

With this tournament coming on the heels of the recent pandemic, many people are left wondering what precautions will be taken to assure the health and safety of all. This is definitely on the minds of players, spectators, the casinos, and the WSOP association.

When the information of the tournament was released, the WSOP also stated that they will adhere to federal, state, and local guidelines that are in place at the time of the World Series of Poker. This means that they will leave it up to the government officials to make the call on the logistics and regulations.

The WSOP also stated that for the entrants, there will not be a vaccination requirement to enter the tournament. Players, however, will be responsible for following any CDC requirements throughout the tournament. 

Additionally, since the state of Nevada does not currently have a mask mandate in place, the players nor the spectators will be required to wear them. As with anything else, individuals should be aware of any restrictions and requirements before coming to the tournament.

 

Overall, the World Series of Poker 2022 is shaping up to be one of the biggest of these events in history. With the venue change to a larger location, this may indicate that the WSOP association is expecting a lot more people than in years past. It is important to keep in mind that if you plan to play in the tournament, you should do so at your own risk.