NL Texas Hold’em Poker- Who is Phil Ivey?
Phil Ivey has been branded as the best poker contender on the globe by many of the top pros. Phil was born in Riverside, CA and relocated to NJ before reaching turning 1. His grandpa taught him one cent-ante 5-Card Stud poker. From that point on, he was addicted to poker and wanted to pickup everything he could about the game. He routinely told his elders that he wanted to be a professional poker player. Phil didn’t let the detrimental comments from other people destroy his goal of being one of the best poker players in the world.
Phil began playing intently after acquiring a fake ID with the name of Jerome. He honed his skills at the casinos of Atlantic City. The initial few years for Phil were a teaching opportunity and coming away with a win wasn’t a normal outcome at the time. Phil made his mark at the 2000 WSOP when he achieved two final tables and came away with his first WSOP bracelet, in a two dollar, 500 Pot-Limit Omaha match. At the final table he defeated a number of the better known professionals including but not limited to "Amarillo Slim" Preston, David "Devilfish" Ulliot, and Phil Hellmuth, Jr.
Phil made a decision to take his skills to the next level and moved out west to Las Vegas. He continues to compete in in "The Big Game" at the Bellagio with the greatest players on the planet. Phil credits his achievements to discipline and an immeasurable passion for poker. He states that he’s picking up skills every day and is incredibly abashed about his accomplishments. He admits to making mistakes in each game of poker and always strives to get better.
Although Phil has won some big tournaments, he likes winning cash games on a regular basis.
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