"Muckleshoot Casino in Auburn, Washington culminated its landmark 21^st anniversary celebration with a record-breaking event – the world's largest slot tournament. Officially certified by GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS, the historic designation was captured during the kick-off of Everi's TournEvent of Champions," the official Press Release says.

""This is a thrilling honor not just for Muckleshoot Casino, but for the incredible 3,173 players players who hold this record with us equally," said Conrad Granito, General Manager of Muckleshoot Casino. "Their spirited enthusiasm, combined with the exhilarating fun of Everi's TournEvent of Champions, created a winning combination.

"Participation in the history-making event, which awarded more than $100,000 in cash and prizes, was free to guests 21 and older." 

"The tournament's top finisher, Benigno T. of Federal Way, Wa., received $21,000 in cash and a four-night trip to Las Vegas to compete for a chance to win $1 million* in Everi's TournEvent of Champions championship event.

""We've held hundreds of TournEvent of Champions slot tournaments over the past five years, but this one was definitely the most memorable and the perfect way to kick off this year's campaign," added Linda Trinh, Everi Vice President of Marketing & Promotions.

"We are proud to be a part of this historic event and want to thank Muckleshoot Casino, as well as all the players, who helped make this our biggest TournEvent of Champions tournament to date."

"Benigno T. of Federal Way, Washington, the tournament’s top finisher, was awarded $21,000 in cash, as well as a four-night Las Vegas trip to compete for an opportunity to win $1 million in Everi’s TournEvent of Champions championship event that takes place this year on September 28," the World Casino News says.

"Muckleshoot Casino’s humble beginnings are found 1995 in a tent, and the casino has grown to become the Pacific Northwest’s largest gaming establishment, with almost 200,000 square feet of gaming space, 3,100 games, over 70 gaming tables, live entertainment, and eight restaurants."

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