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NBC Heads-up Poker Championship

This weekend is the NBC heads-up poker Championship. This is the third year running and should be as entertaining as the first two years. The event is being held at the fabulous Caesar’s Palace Casino in Las Vegas (and I wish I was there).
The last two years winners had to face Chris “Jesus” Ferguson in the final. Both times Jesus lost to Ted Forrest (2006) and Phil Hellmuth (2005). Will Jesus be able to walk on water to the final again? Will another big pro take the event or will a up-and-coming internet pro be able to take it? Stay tuned.
The event will be taped for three days (March 1st - 4th). While the show will be aired on NBC on seven consecutive Sundays from April 8th to May 20th.
All the big name pros will be in attendance and should make for some great (hung-over) television. For more information and to check out who’s exactly playing check out the NBC Heads-up Poker Championship website. My money is on Carlos Mortensen this year.