NL Texas Holdem Poker- Who is Phil Ivey?

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Phil Ivey has been referred to as the best poker contender on the globe by many of the top-ranked professionals. Phil was born in Riverside, CA and relocated to Jersey before his first birthday. His grandpa taught Phil penny-ante 5-Card Stud poker. From that point on, he was addicted to poker and wished to learn every little thing he possibly could about poker. Phil would tell his elders that he wanted to be a professional poker player. He did not let the negative comments from others annihilate his dream of becoming one of the strongest poker competitors on the planet.

He started competing intently after acquiring a false ID by the name of Jerome. He honed his techniques at the casinos in Atlantic City. The beginning few years for him were a learning opportunity and winning wasn’t a normal outcome at the time. He made his mark at the 2000 World Series of Poker when he achieved 2 final tables and won his first World Series of Poker bracelet, in a two dollar, 500 Pot-Limit Omaha event. At the last table he defeated quite a few of the better known pros including "Amarillo Slim" Preston, David "Devilfish" Ulliot, and Phil Hellmuth, Jr.

He made a decision to take his skills to the next level and moved out west to Vegas. He continues to play in "The Big Game" at the Bellagio with the best players on the planet. Ivey credits his achievements to dedication and an eternal passion for poker. Phil states that he’s picking up skills every single day and is very abashed about his accomplishments. He knows he makes mistakes in each game of poker and always strives to improve.

Even though Ivey has come first in some big-time tournaments, he prefers destroying cash games on a normal basis.