NL Texas Hold’em Poker- Who is Phil Ivey?
Phil Ivey has been labeled as the best poker competitor in the world by quite a few of the top-ranked pros. He was born in Riverside, CA and moved to NJ before reaching the age of one. His papa introduced him to one cent-ante 5-Card Stud poker. From that point on, Phil was addicted to poker and wanted to discover everything he possibly could about poker. He routinely told his elders that he was planning on being a professional poker player. He didn’t let the detrimental comments from others destroy his dream of being one of the greatest poker players in the world.
He started competing intently after getting a fake ID by the name of Jerome. He sharpened his skills at the poker rooms of Atlantic City. The first few years for him were a teaching opportunity and coming away with a win wasn’t a normal thing at the time. He became known at the 2000 WSOP where he achieved two final tables and won his 1st World Series of Poker bracelet, in a two dollar, 500 Pot-Limit Omaha game. At the closing table he destroyed quite a few of the better known professionals which includes "Amarillo Slim" Preston, David "Devilfish" Ulliot, and Phil Hellmuth, Jr.
He made a decision to take his game to the next level and moved out west to Sin City. Phil continues to play in "The Big Game" at the Bellagio with the best players in the world. Phil credits his success to dedication and a continuing love for the game of poker. He states that he’s learning every single day and is very humble about his success. He admits to making errors every single session of poker and always strives to get better.
Even though Phil has won some large tournaments, he prefers destroying money games on a regular basis.