King of Vegas tournament

King of Vegas was a television competition first aired on Spike TV in January 2006. Its unusual format required contestants to compete not only in blackjack but in several casino games for a one-million-dollar grand prize.

The show was hosted by Max Kellerman and Wayne Allyn Root and directed by tournament director Matt Savage.

The players

Twelve contestants were selected, combining professional gamblers and amateurs. The field included Hollywood Dave Stann, David Williams, Mike Matusow, Ken Einiger and other competitors from different backgrounds.

The games

The competition rotated through multiple gambling games, including Texas Hold'em, Caribbean stud poker, mini-baccarat, Pai Gow poker, horse racing, craps, blackjack, red dog and roulette.

Alan Borman was the final winner, receiving the million-dollar prize after surviving the multi-game elimination format.