The PartyPoker European Open IV is getting ready to begin February 1-8 and it looks like it will be a good turn out. And leading the tournament is one of the biggest and most popular poker players – Phil Hellmuth. Not only will this returning champion be playing – but both he and Jesse May will be in the commentary box. "I am really looking forward to playing in, and commentating for, the European Open," said Hellmuth during a press release. "I am flying from California to London for one reason: to win, baby!"

In order to win Hellmuth is going to have to go up against another returning champion – Liam Flood. Flood is known for winning the World Open Champions after he defeated John Magill and Pippa Flanders – earning him the coveted title.

Eddie Hearn – head of online gaming Matchroom Sport has stated that they are happy with what they have put together this year. "We are delighted with the field we have assembled for the European Open IV," he stated. "The inclusion of Phil Hellmuth will certainly spice things up, but we have a host of U.K. talent standing in his way, and you can be sure that 'The Gentleman' Liam Flood won't give up his crown without a fight."

And it looks like Hellmuth is going to have to work extra hard for the title spot because none of the other players want him to win this year. "Every time Hellmuth comes to the U.K. he has a massive target painted on his forehead, and the more he talks, the more Europe's finest become determined to 'Kill Phil,'" stated a spokesman from PartyPoker. While this might be bad for Hellmuth this is great for us. It will make watching the tournament even more interesting.