Event #6 of the 2008 World Series of Poker circuit Events at Harveys Lake Tahoe concluded on November 11th. This was a $300 Buy-in Limit Omaha Hi-Lo tournament with a total of 114 players entered. The prize pool was worth $33,174.
Alec Martin of Livermore, California beat Woody Malin heads up to win Event #6 of the 2008 WSOP Circuit Events at Harveys Lake Tahoe. Martin won a total of $9,966 for his first place finish as well as a gold and diamond WSOP Circuit ring trophy. Woody Malin of Reno, Nevada finished in second place and received a total of $5,839 for his runner up finish.
To view a complete listing of results for Event #6 of the 2008 World Series of Poker Circuit Events at Harveys Lake Tahoe, click on the link below:
2008 Harveys Lake Tahoe WSOP Circuit – Event #6 Results
Omaha/8 Specialist Alec Martin Comes to Town Just for this Event and then Wins it
The Lucky Bucks Card Club Dealer Feels Omaha is a Much “Safer” Game
Stateline, NV—Omaha eight or better was the first game that Alec Martin learned, it’s still his number one choice, and he made a special trip here just to play in this one event. “Mission accomplished,” he said after coming in first in the Omaha/8 tournament, the sixth in the WSOP Circuit tour at Harveys Lake Tahoe. His victory in the tournament, which drew 114 players who created a prize pool of $33,174, was an official $9,966. Martin arrived at the final table with less than average chips, and took the lead late in the action. After playing a number of hands with his final opponent, Woody Malin, he had better than a 2-1 lead and at that point the two made a deal.
Martin, 30, is a dealer at the Lucky Bucks Card Club in Livermore, California. He has a fourth in a 2005 World Poker Challenge tournament, — Omaha hi-lo, of course. Martin said he prefers this game because it’s a lot “safer” than other games where luck is more of a factor and it’s easier to get outdrawn. He feels much more comfortable playing Omaha, and consistency and selection are his by-words. He also feels that back-up cards are essential in this game. For example, he won’t play a naked A-2 (which some players drool over) without another back-up wheel card. In addition to poker, Martin also enjoys hiking and outdoor recreation…
To view a complete tournament report for Event #6 of the 2008 World Series of Poker Circuit Events at Harveys Lake Tahoe, click on the link below:
2008 Harveys Lake Tahoe WSOP Circuit – Event #6 Tournament Report
