The World Series of Poker Colossus II is the world’s largest live poker tournament and Lee Davy gives the virgins a few tips on what to expect as they sit down to play in the first open event of the 47th Annual Las Vegas extravaganza.

When it comes to playing poker, I am no expert. It’s the primary reason I am writing this instead of competing. However, when it comes to the World Series of Poker (WSOP) Colossus, I have as much experience as the other 22,374 entrants who entered the event during the 46th Annual WSOP.

Back then the organisers guaranteed a prize pool of $5m but forgot to secure a big enough deal for first place. A few people were wandering around the halls of The Rio, swords unsheathed, looking for a head to take off, but on the tables I played on most people didn’t care. There was a sense of sensibility. Most individuals who compete in The Colossus are excited about making the money. They never think they will win the thing.

In the end, the $5m guarantee seemed a little silly. They raked in $11,187,000. Lance ‘Cord’ Garcia was the last man seated earning $638,880 and one doubts he was complaining. I finished 1,664th for a $1,801 cash. The comfortable life would have to wait. The hard work and graft continue.