1974 World Series of Poker
The 1974 World Series of Poker (WSOP) was a series of poker tournaments held in May 1974 at Binion's Horseshoe.[1]
Johnny Moss, Becky Binion, and Puggy Pearson at the 1974 World Series of Poker.
Preliminary events
| Event | Winner | Prize | Runner-up |
|---|---|---|---|
| $5,000 5 Card Stud | Bill Boyd | $40,000 | Unknown |
| $1,000 7 Card Razz | Jimmy Casella | $25,000 | Charlie Hall |
| $10,000 7-Card Stud | Jimmy Casella | $41,000 | Johnny Moss |
| $1,000 No Limit Hold'em | Thomas "Amarillo Slim" Preston | $11,100 | Pete Kay |
| $5,000 Deuce to 7 Draw | Brian "Sailor" Roberts | $36,000 | Larry Perkins |
Main Event
There were 16 entrants to the main event in 1974. Each paid $10,000 to enter the winner-take-all tournament.
Final table
| Place | Name | Prize |
|---|---|---|
| 1st | Johnny Moss | $160,000 |
| 2nd | Crandell Addington | None |
| 3rd | Sailor Roberts | None |
| 4th | Jesse Alto | None |
| 5th | Sid Wyman | None |
| 6th | Bob Hooks | None |
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