The cards could be in play for the beginning of the 2016 WSOP beginning in Las Vegas on May 31. “A unique set of playing cards” may be used for the $10,000 buy-in main event that starts on July 9, an announcement said.
“Putting quality cards at the tables on the WSOP is without doubt one of the most vital elements of all of the event,” WSOP Executive Director Ty Stewart said in a press release. “We’re extremely pleased that Copag, given their track record to successfully supply one of the crucial top poker tournaments within the world, would be the World Series of Poker partner in 2016 and beyond.”
The move back to Copag comes the year after some top poker pros were complaining concerning the 2015 WSOP playing cards, that have been provided by Italian card manufacturer Modiano. Players were concerned that the cards were too thin for use.
The new handle Copag was met with mostly warm reaction from the poker community.
Though, cash game legend and two-time bracelet winner Phil Galfond still had some concerns.
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