NL Texas Hold’em Poker- Who is Phil Ivey?

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Phil Ivey has been labeled as the best poker contender in the world by quite a few of the top pros. He was born in Riverside, CA and relocated to NJ before his first birthday. His papa taught Phil penny-ante 5-Card Stud poker. From that point on, Phil was hooked on poker and wished to discover anything he possibly could about the game. Phil would tell his elders that he was planning on being a professional poker player. Phil did not let the negative feedback from others annihilate his goal of becoming one of the greatest poker competitors on the planet.

He began playing intently after getting a false ID with the name of Jerome. He sharpened his skills at the poker rooms of Atlantic City. The first few years for Phil were a teaching experience and coming away with a win wasn’t a regular thing at the time. Phil made his mark at the 2000 WSOP when he achieved two final tables and came away with his 1st World Series of Poker bracelet, in a $2, five hundred Pot-Limit Omaha match. At the final table he defeated quite a few of the better known professionals which includes "Amarillo Slim" Preston, David "Devilfish" Ulliot, and Phil Hellmuth, Jr.

Phil decided to take his skills to the successive level and headed out west to Sin City. Phil continues to compete in in "The Big Game" at the Bellagio with the best players on the planet. Phil credits his success to dedication and an eternal love for poker. He says that he’s learning every day and is incredibly humble about his success. He admits to making blunders every single game of poker and constantly aspires to get better.

Even though Ivey has won some big tournaments, he favors winning money games on a regular basis.