888poker extends sponsorship of WSOP for 2017
| By iGB Editorial Team
888poker has agreed a deal to continue as lead sponsor of the World Series of Poker (WSOP) for the 2017 series.
888poker has agreed a deal to continue as lead sponsor of the World Series of Poker (WSOP) for the 2017 series.
The online operator’s logo will appear at all events in the WSOP 2017 season, which is due to begin in May.
The extended agreement also includes exclusive television sponsorship rights.
International players hoping to gain a seat at the WSOP 2017 season will have to win it on the 888poker website.
888poker has served as lead sponsor of the WSOP since 2015, following the exit of daily fantasy sports operator DraftKings due to legal issues in the US.
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