Since its Las Vegas introduction in 1970, The World Series of Poker (WSOP) has grown to be poker’s most recognizable brand. The World Series of Poker Asia-Pacific (WSOP APAC) is the second international live tournament brand extension of the WSOP. The WSOPE (World Series of Poker Europe) has been held annually since 2007, and now the first ever WSOP APAC (World Series of Poker Asia Pacific) will take place at Crown Melbourne’s Poker Room from 4 to 15 April 2013.