Annie Duke Recaps Aruba Poker Classic, Previews WSOP Main Event

Ultimate Bet’s Annie Duke, fresh off her trip to the annual Aruba Poker Classic, comments on the tournament, the World Series of Poker (WSOP) Main Event final table, and the latest cast list for “Celebrity Apprentice.” Poker News Daily: You missed most of the Aruba Poker Classic last year to film the NBC reality series “Celebrity Apprentice.” Tell us about your trip this year. Duke: I went into Aruba and was actually excited about playing. In the first two levels, I had aces seven times, kings twice, and queens twice, and I was out. I’d make a big re-raise and someone with 8-5 would call. That goes to show you when you have hands that good, you’ll end up with a huge stack or be out. I was sad because I was looking forward to playing in that tournament. I don’t think I’ve ever had that good of a run of cards, so I was sad to waste it. PND: What did you do instead of playing in the Main Event in Aruba? Duke: I ended up in a lot of meetings. I didn’t get to go out too much. At the opening night party, I’ve always managed to avoid getting thrown into the ...

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