Phil Ivey has been referred to as the number one poker player in the world by most of the top-ranked pros. Phil was born in Riverside, CA and relocated to New Jersey before reaching turning one. His papa taught Phil penny-ante Five-Card Stud poker. From that point on, Phil was hooked on poker and wanted to discover anything he could about the game. He routinely told his grandparents that he was planning on being a professional poker player. He didn’t allow the negative feedback from other people annihilate his goal of being one of the greatest poker players on the planet.
He began playing seriously after getting a fake ID with the name of Jerome. He honed his abilities at the poker rooms of Atlantic City. The initial few years for Phil were a teaching experience and coming away with a win was not a regular outcome at the time. Phil made his mark at the 2000 World Series of Poker when he achieved two final tables and won his 1st World Series of Poker bracelet, in a $2, 500 Pot-Limit Omaha match. At the final table he defeated many of the better known pros which includes "Amarillo Slim" Preston, David "Devilfish" Ulliot, and Phil Hellmuth, Jr.
Phil made a decision to take his skills to the successive level and headed out west to Sin City. He continues to participate in in "The Big Game" at the Bellagio with the best players on the planet. Phil credits his achievements to dedication and an undying love for poker. He says that he is learning every single day and is quite abashed about his achievements. He admits to making mistakes in each session of poker and constantly aspires to improve.
Even though Ivey has won some large tournaments, he prefers winning cash games on a normal basis.
October 3rd, 2025
Armani
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