Hellmuth makes another Outrageous Entrance

We all remember Phil showing up to the 2007 WSOP in a NASCAR uniform after crashing his race car a few days before. This year was no different as Phil showed up dressed as an 11 star General for his Day 1d start.

He showed up to the Rio in the back of an Army Jeep and was accompanied by poker pro Mark Kroon as well as eleven ladies all dressed in army apparel. Each lady represented one of Phil's bracelets that he won in years prior. Hellmuth has always tried to stand out and I would say he definitely accomplished his task again this year.

Hellmuth's Day 1d field was the largest of the 4 Day 1 fields and his field of over 2,000 players helped spark a new record for entrants which surpassed last years number of 6,358. This years field was a little over 6,840 and included some well-known professional athletes such as Chuck Liddell, golfer Paul Azinger, and former professional MLB pitcher David Wells.

The WSOP has shown to be an event where all types of men and women can have fun while possibly playing with a professional. Chuck Liddell, for instance, was matched up across the table from Mr. Phil Hellmuth. I'm sure Phil wasn't too harsh on Chuck, but once again we are never sure of what Phil is capable of doing.

Phil's field was not filled with just athletes as some top of the line pros were also in the hunt such as Doyle Brunson, Jerry Yang, and Michael Mizrachi. The 2008 WSOP is sure to be another thrilling and exciting tournament.