No-Limit Texas Hold’em Poker- Who is Phil Ivey?
Posted in Poker on 12/29/2015 03:21 pm by Lilly
Phil Ivey has been referred to as the greatest poker contender in the world by quite a few of the top pros. Phil was born in Riverside, CA and moved to New Jersey before reaching turning 1. His grandfather taught Phil penny-ante Five-Card Stud poker. From then on on, he was addicted to poker and wished to discover whatever he possibly could about the game. Phil routinely would tell his parents that he was going to be a professional poker player. Phil didn’t allow the adverse comments from others kill his dream of becoming one of the strongest poker competitors on the planet.
Phil began playing seriously after acquiring a fake ID by the name of Jerome. He honed his abilities at the poker rooms of Atlantic City. The beginning number of years for Phil were a teaching opportunity and coming away with a win wasn’t a regular thing at the time. Phil made his mark at the 2000 World Series of Poker when he made two final tables and won his 1st World Series of Poker bracelet, in a two dollar, five hundred Pot-Limit Omaha event. At the closing table he defeated quite a few of the well known professionals including "Amarillo Slim" Preston, David "Devilfish" Ulliot, and Phil Hellmuth, Jr.
He made a decision to take his skills to the successive level and headed out west to Vegas. Phil continues to participate in in "The Big Game" at the Bellagio with the best players in the world. Phil credits his achievements to dedication and an undying love for poker. Phil states that he is learning every day and is quite humble about his accomplishments. He admits to making mistakes in each game of poker and always strives to improve.
Despite the fact that Phil has come first in some big tournaments, he favors winning money games on a regular basis.