WSOP Stars and Winners Uncovered
George | January 28, 2018
Anyone who is a serious fan of playing poker online keeps an eye on the World Series of Poker (WSOP). They watch to see how the competition is playing. The World Series is an arena where the biggest names in poker gather from all over the world. They square off to see who will walk away with a bracelet and a couple of million dollars.
Over the years, many winners from the main event have made a major impression on the world scene. But have you ever wondered what their background is like? Let’s go through the list and take a look!
Daniel Negreanu
Daniel Negreanu is one of the biggest names in poker. He has six World Series bracelets and two World Poker Tour championships. Born in Toronto, Negreanu came from humble beginnings. At 22, he traveled to Vegas for his first shot at poker glory but fell short and had to return home to rebuild his bankroll.
Since then, he bounced back and achieved numerous impressive titles. But what about the man himself? Negreanu is a renowned philanthropist who has organized many charity events. He has been a noted vegan since 2006. Additionally, he is a streamer, regularly playing poker on Twitch. Besides poker, he also streams Hearthstone games, as he is a massive fan of the game.
Phil Ivey
Often known as the Tiger Woods of Poker, Phil Ivey is famously one of the best players to ever sit at the table. His skills have him tied with Doyle Brunson and Johnny Chan for the second most all-time bracelets won. Like Negreanu, Ivey has made several charitable donations with his impressive winnings. He has also competed in the inaugural World Series of Golf, making his nickname a bit more ironic.
However, his play has sometimes landed him in hot water. Most notably, in 2012, a casino accused him of cheating through his use of edge sorting. The high court backed the casino, so his winnings were not provided.
Phil Hellmuth
With the current record for World Series of Poker bracelets, Phil Hellmuth is infamous for being both exceptionally skilled and having a strong temper. Better known as “the poker brat,” Hellmuth has maximized his skills with various poker-related TV shows and owns a publishing company called Phil’s House Publishing.
However, most people know Hellmuth for his attitude. He often goes on rants and receives reprimands for berating fellow players. His most famous rant was directed at Cristian Dragomir, though both Ivey and Negreanu have also experienced his tirades. Despite his outbursts, Hellmuth is a keenly observant player. His poker skill primarily comes from his excellent ability to read people.
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