Phil Ivey is feared by many at the poker table, and many believe he is the best poker player in the world. Born in 1976, Ivey found his love for poker at a young age. After being taught to play poker by his grandfather, Ivey found himself dreaming of becoming a professional poker player. At the young age of 18, Ivey began playing poker in Atlantic City and gaining valuable information at the tables.
In 2000, the 23 year old Ivey won his first World Series of Poker bracelet in a Pot Limit Omaha event. This was an impressive feat with big names like David “Devilfish” Ulliot, Phil Hellmuth, and Amarillo Slim on the final table. Then in 2002 Ivey beat all the odds by winning three bracelets at the WSOP which is the most anyone has ever won in a single year. Currently Phil Hellmuth, Ted Forrest, Puggy Pearson, and Jeff Lisandro are tied with Ivey for that title.
Ivey continued to make impressive finishes in many high profile tournaments. In 2005 he won his fifth WSOP bracelet in a pot-limit Omaha event. WSOP 2006 saw Ivey at a few final tables and cashing for over $800,000. He also cumulated several World Poker Tour final tables, and wins at the Monte Carlo Millions, Bellagio, and Commerce Casinos. He also continued to impress his peers with his cash game play by consistently killing the biggest and toughest games around.
Phil Ivey is turning 2009 into a year of anticipation for poker fans all over the world. Ivey was able to add his 6th and 7th WSOP bracelet in a 2-7 Draw event and Omaha/Stud Hi-lo event. He also beat over 6,000 people in the Main Event for his chance win the most prestigious event in poker.
Phil Ivey has over $12 million in tournament wins, 7 bracelets, and multiple World Championships. His reputation speaks for itself.
