Aussie Millions final table

Australia used to be my little secret .....beautiful city, well run poker tournament and a holiday/ work trip combined. Well the the secret is out as the Aussie Millions is now one of the biggest poker tourneys in the world. I remember coming here a few years ago and the poker room was small and the main event only had 150 entrants. This year,Full Tilt Poker alone brought 150 players and the event attracted a total of 750 players. This truly is a great tournament to play in and the field as strong as anywhere in the world.
I made it to the final table after playing on 2 TV tables which included players JJ "black widow " Lu and WSOP/WPT champ & great guy Joe Hachem. I started the final in 4th chip position with a clear game plan. I decided to play rather snug for a bit and look for a decent spot to double up. Unfortunately for me, I got broke with the ole' AQ of hearts when it failed to improve against Mr. Hansen's pair of nines. I feel good overall with the way I played, making only a few minor mistakes.

It was a tough final table which included Gus "The Great Dane"Hansen, 19 year old phenom Jimmy "goboboy" Fricke, Canadian pro Marc Karum, Aussie Julius Colmon, German Pro Hans Vogl and Irishman Andy Black.

In the end I had a great poker trip earning over 220K for the final plus 65K for the PLO event. It also made 4 cashes in 4 events in 3 countries! Mama Mia!
I had a good time in Aussie and would like to thank my sweat team from down under. Thanks to Sherry (your the best!!), John Caldwell,Helen & Jack for the bling,Allon,Sal,Ralph,Zac,Roxy and Rosie. All the staff, floor and dealers at The Crown poker room especially Steve,Nick,Danny,Brett and Danny M. Also thanks to Photographers Chris Newton and Dave Goudie.
I've found that the less poker I play, the better I seem to do so I'm gonna stick my plan this year of playing 1 or 2 events a month...Why spoil a good thing?
Next stop for poker: Commerce Casino 10K.....See you there