NL Texas Holdem Poker- Who is Phil Ivey?
Phil Ivey has been branded as the best poker contender in the world by most of the top-ranked professionals. He was born in Riverside, CA and relocated to New Jersey before his first birthday. His papa taught Phil one cent-ante 5-Card Stud poker. From that point on, Phil was addicted to poker and wanted to learn whatever he possibly could about the game. He routinely would tell his elders that he wanted to be a professional poker player. He did not let the detrimental comments from others kill his dream of being one of the best poker players in the world.
He began competing seriously after getting a fake ID with the name of Jerome. He practiced his techniques at the poker rooms in Atlantic City. The first few years for Phil were a teaching opportunity and winning wasn’t a regular thing at the time. Phil made his mark at the 2000 World Series of Poker where he made 2 final tables and won his first World Series of Poker bracelet, in a two dollar, five hundred Pot-Limit Omaha match. At the closing table he destroyed a number of the better known pros including "Amarillo Slim" Preston, David "Devilfish" Ulliot, and Phil Hellmuth, Jr.
Phil made a decision to take his skills 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. Ivey credits his achievements to dedication and a continuing love for poker. He states that he is picking up skills every day and is very abashed about his success. Phil admits to making blunders every single session of poker and always aspires to improve.
Despite the fact that Ivey has come first in some big-time tournaments, he prefers winning money games on a normal basis.
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