The road to the WSOP Main Event also yields stories away from the tables. That is why 888poker decided to closely follow the preparation of five of its ambassadors for the competition in Las Vegas. The production titled “The Pilgrimage” reveals moments that normally stay out of the spotlight.
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Thus, the first episode brings together the Brazilian Vivi Saliba, accompanied by other ambassadors such as Aaron Barone, Ian Simpson, Nick Eastwood and Lucia Navarro. In addition, the production follows from the preparations for the trip to the first moments of the players in the city.
In this way, Vivi Saliba stands out among the protagonists. She has lived in Europe for many years and is a veteran of 888poker. The player says she changed her approach for this year’s WSOP. Instead of following a fixed schedule, she prefers to decide her routine according to the moment itself. “I wake up every day and see how I feel, what I want to play, and take it one day at a time”, she states.
However, the Brazilian believes that the experience accumulated at the tables can make a difference. Saliba has already played several final tables at the WSOP and has experienced situations involving big prizes. Therefore, she arrived at the Main Event with a different perspective than in previous editions. “When the time comes, I believe I will be better prepared than in previous years”, she explains.
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Ambassadors reveal routine before the Main Event
In addition, Vivi Saliba highlights her evolution, and the other players also show different sides of the experience. Lucia Navarro, for example, is entering her tenth consecutive season in Las Vegas. Meanwhile, Ian Simpson addresses the challenge of spending several weeks away from family.
However, Aaron Barone explains how the Main Event gained importance in his professional career. The documentary puts the big hands and eliminations in the background. The focus is on the stories and challenges faced by the players before the tournament.
Finally, “The Pilgrimage” will have six episodes, with new chapters published weekly by 888poker. Thus, the series aims to show different moments of the ambassadors’ journey during the WSOP. The first chapter serves as an entry point to this experience in Las Vegas and can be watched here.
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