Phil Ivey has been referred to as the best poker competitor on the globe by most of the top-ranked professionals. Phil was born in Riverside, CA and relocated to NJ before reaching turning one. His papa taught Phil penny-ante 5-Card Stud poker. From that point on, Phil was addicted to poker and wished to discover every little thing he possibly could about the game. He routinely would tell his grandparents that he was planning on being a professional poker player. He didn’t let the detrimental comments from others kill his goal of being one of the strongest poker players in the world.
He began playing intently after getting a false ID by the name of Jerome. He honed his abilities at the poker rooms of Atlantic City. The first few years for Phil were a learning experience and coming away with a win was not a common outcome at the time. Phil made his mark at the 2000 World Series of Poker where he made 2 final tables and came away with his first World Series of Poker bracelet, in a two dollar, 500 Pot-Limit Omaha game. At the final table he destroyed many of the better known pros which includes "Amarillo Slim" Preston, David "Devilfish" Ulliot, and Phil Hellmuth, Jr.
He decided to take his game to the next level and headed out west to Sin City. He continues to compete in in "The Big Game" at the Bellagio with the best players in the world. Phil credits his achievements to discipline and an eternal passion for the game of poker. Phil states that he is learning every single day and is incredibly abashed about his accomplishments. Phil knows he makes mistakes in each session of poker and always strives to get better.
Despite the fact that Ivey has come first in some large tournaments, he favors winning cash games on a normal basis.
December 2nd, 2024
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