Phil Ivey
15.12.2009 -At 27 years old, Phil Ivey has become a force to be reckoned with. Often referred to as the "Tiger Woods," of poker - though he will say he's not deserving of such a comparison - Phil is an ambassador for a new generation of players.
Phil grew up in New Jersey, got his start on the green felt in Atlantic City. It wouldn't take long for his career to get a big boost, when he won his first three World Series of Poker title at the age of 23.
In February of 2006, Phil played heads-up with Andy Beal, a mathematician who has gained fame for his challenges of big-name poker players. By the end of a three-day heads-up match, Phil Ivey had taken $16.6 Million from Beal.
Married to his highschool sweetheart, currently resides in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Fact Sheet:
Total Winnings: $11,010,347
First Place Finishes: 18
WSOP Bracelets: 7
ProRank 1 Position: 22
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