Several factors may have contributed to the popular tournament declining 27% from last year and more than 41% from its record-breaking debut in 2015.
For three years running, the World Series of Poker’s mega bracelet event, Colossus, has been the largest tournament of the summer. In its first year, the Colossus shattered the record for the largest live tournament ever held. Over the course of its four-year run, the multi-flight event has been a staple WSOP affair for poker grinders as well as recreational shot-takers. It is the tournament that promises multi-million dollar prize pools and a possible million dollar payout, all for $565.
In 2018, it is no different. Colossus has drawn thousands to the Rio to post their buy-in, in many cases multiple times, in an effort to turn a little cash into a life changing score.