The Longest Game of Poker
Poker is a beloved card game enjoyed by professional players, amateurs and online at land-based casinos worldwide. The two primary forms are Texas Hold’em and Omaha – with the latter being considered to be one of the toughest games in existence.
Phil Laak Sets Guinness World Record for Longest Poker Game
On July 16, 2010, Irish-American pro Phil Laak achieved an amazing Guinness World Record by playing 115 hours at Bellagio Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada. This remarkable accomplishment took place over eight days.
In five days, Laak won $7000 – surpassing Paul Zimbler’s previous record of $6,000. Guinness World Records officials were present to document this historic occasion as it was broadcast live to an audience of more than 117,000 viewers.
When it comes to the longest poker game ever played, Laak’s record remains unbeatenable. Another example is a 14 year long poker match played at Dun Glen Hotel in West Virginia that took place over 14 years.
Although it was the longest game of poker ever played, its duration was short due to weather conditions and other factors. Eventually, however, all parties involved realized it became unprofitable after reaching a certain point.
When playing poker, several factors can determine the length of a session: player count and blind level. On average, 6 seater sit-and-go games last an hour while tournaments may last several hours depending on play intensity.
Other tips for playing a long poker game include staying hydrated and avoiding heavy foods that could cause fatigue and dizziness. Taking frequent breaks from the table is also recommended as it helps you remain focused.
Tombstone, Arizona — Home to the Longest Game of Poker (8 years, 5 months and 3 days).
In the late 19th century, a group of gamblers from Tombstone, Arizona played a game that lasted eight years, five months and three days. Organized by Bird Cage Casino, this high-stakes poker tournament came to an end after its owner discovered that his basement had become inundated with ground water from a nearby mine.
The Bird Cage was a saloon owned by Ed Schieffelin, who had discovered silver nearby and founded Tombstone. Here the poker game began and persisted for eight years, five months and three days. Reportedly up to $10 million worth of chips changed hands during that period – an amazing figure when adjusted for inflation!
The longest poker game ever played took place at the Bird Cage Casino in Tombstone, Arizona and lasted 8 years, 5 months and 3 days. Rumors indicate this high stakes gambling event changed hands for up to $10 million before ending due to flooding due to inclement weather.