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    World Poker Tour Expands International Television Distribution
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    September 08, 2004

    World Poker Tour Expands International Television Distribution
    WPT Enterprises, Inc. announced it is expanding the international distribution of its World Poker Tour(TM) (WPT) television series to six new countries. Joining the roster, which previously included Canada and the U.K., are Australia, Sweden, the Philippines, and South Korea. The WPT is currently seen in the U.S. every Wednesday night on the Travel Channel at 9 pm ET/PT. "The response we've had proves everything we've known since day one," said Steve Lipscomb, President of WPTE. "Americans are showing their passion for poker and that fervor has tipped off the international TV broadcasters. They're now recognizing that the entertainment value of the World Poker Tour has currency in their territories, as well. Read more

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