Anthony Rivera Wins 2008 WSOP Event #8
Local Las Vegas poker player Anthony Rivera took down the $483,688 first place money in the $10K World Championship Mixed Event. He also picked up one of the WSOP gold bracelet that most poker players can only dream about. The shortage of tournament experience didn't faze Rivera as he patiently overcame a pro heavy field to make the final table and then continued his solid play as the players were slowly eliminated.
Finally Rivera found himself across the table from James Mackey, a solid poker professional despite his youthful appearance whose poker accomplishments include a bracelet from the 2007 WSOP. Anthony Rivera continued to follow his game plan until Mackey was all-in with no outs. James Mackey received $297,792 in travel money for the return trip to his home in Colombia, Missouri. Matt Grantz of Philadelphia completed the top three for $184,992.
Congratulations to Anthony Rivera for his victory.