As ever, I am indebted to too many people to mention, but Derek, Bill, Jasmine and every one of the Calvin Ayre team, as well as Calvin himself of course, have all shown a lot of faith in me to carry the torch and I hope I’ve done them all credit.
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Billy Chattaway on getting so close to WSOPE Gold
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Vangelis Kaimakamis wins WSOPE Mini Main Event for €167,056
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Siamak Tooran and Leon Tsoukernik win WSOPE Short Deck bracelets
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Deeb takes the POTY lead while Chen wins Super High Roller
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Andy Murray completes amazing comeback to win European Open Final
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