WSOP 2002 Main Event

The 33rd Annual World Series of Poker saw another rise as the 631-entrant field would ensure $2 million in prize money for the 2002 World Champion. John Shipley entered the final table with a substantial chip lead ahead of Russell Rosenblum, Ralph Perry, Robert Varkonyi, Minh Ly, Scott Gray, Julian Gardner, Tony Duong, and Harley Hall.