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Russian lands $US 5 million poker prize

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Published 12 November, 2008, 03:20

A Russian has netted more than $US 5 million in the World Series of Poker tournament. Ivan Demidov finished runner-up in the most prestigious competition held in the mecca of gambling, Las Vegas.

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Demidov lost to Peter Eastgate from Denmark but even though he missed out on the title, his payday was more than satisfactory with $US 5.8 million.

The World Series of Poker, made up of over 50 stages, is the world's most renowned contest for card sharks.

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