Russian Goverment Sanctions Poker

In Russia, poker is more than just a game, it is a sport. This is the official word as the Russian Government has sanctioned poker as a sport, which means the upcoming Zavidovo Open has a special stamp of approval. This event is the tip of the growing poker iceberg in Russia, where the sport is booming. Casinos and poker clubs are opening with a regular frequency that cater to all levels of poker players, and spots like Metelitsa and Korona can be found in the heart of Moscow. The Zavidovo Open will attract big name poker pros such as Tony G as well as local talent.