2010 Aussie Millions Begins Jan. 14

One of the worlds most popular poker tourneys is back. (AP Images)

If there’s one poker tournament that continues to gain more attention every year it’s the Aussie Millions. The New Year is the start of the grind for the big name poker professionals, and the Aussie Millions always kicks off a new poker season in a big way. This year there will be 20 events played from Jan 14 to 31. Besides the $10,500 Main Event starting on Jan 24, the list of tournaments includes a $10,500 Pot Limit Omaha event and a high roller $100,500 PL/NLHE event starting on Jan 23.

Most events are $1,100 or less to play, and there will be everything from shootout, mixed games, and heads-up action open for registration. This year’s Main Event is expected to attract nearly 800 entrants and should have a first-place prize of close to two million Australian dollars. Local champion Stewart Scott will be trying to defend his 2009 title, but he’ll have his work cut out for him against the best tournament players in the world.

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