Hi Simon!
I'm a big fan of DTD, only played there a couple of times but I was extremely impressed and if I lived nearer and/or liked live poker I would visit a lot. Few questions for you:
1. Given the problems with ISPT before DTD came on board, do you feel that becoming involved and giving ISPT credibility is a better idea than letting it crash and burn and setting an example that bad business practices should not be tolerated?
The ISPT has had issues as the original concept / guarantee was unfeasible especially as it relied on acquiring Full Tilt which players were unaware, Wembley was booked 2 years ago and costs over £1,000,000, we have been offered the opportunity to hold the event with no cost for the venue and have always wanted to host something big outside of DTD which is why we are doing it.
2. What is your favourite memory from your time at DTD?
We have broke so many records and won many awards but i was especially happy when we guaranteed £1,000,000 last year for the £700 buy in UKIPT and beat it getting 1625 players.
3. What do you think the future of live poker holds? Will NLHE stay the game of choice, will tournaments have to adapt/evolve, etc?
I think NLHE will stay the favoured tournament game, PLO will increase online re cash games and new variations of NL will be needed to keep players interested.
4. Any exclusive DTD news for us?
We are thinking of doing the UK Championships next with a £1,000,000 for the winner