Phil Ivey has been referred to as the greatest poker contender in the world by quite a few of the top pros. Phil was born in Riverside, CA and relocated to Jersey before reaching turning 1. His papa taught Phil penny-ante Five-Card Stud poker. From that point on, Phil was hooked on poker and wished to pickup whatever he possibly could about the game. Phil routinely told his grandparents that he was going to be a professional poker player. Phil did not allow the adverse feedback from other people destroy his dream of being one of the greatest poker players on the planet.
He started competing intently after acquiring a false ID by the name of Jerome. He honed his techniques at the casinos in Atlantic City. The first number of years for Phil were a learning opportunity and coming away with a win was not a normal outcome at the time. He became known at the 2000 World Series of Poker where he made two final tables and won his first World Series of Poker bracelet, in a $2, five hundred Pot-Limit Omaha event. At the last table he destroyed a number of the well known pros including "Amarillo Slim" Preston, David "Devilfish" Ulliot, and Phil Hellmuth, Jr.
He decided to take his skills to the next level and moved out west to Las Vegas. He continues to compete in in "The Big Game" at the Bellagio with the greatest players on the planet. Phil credits his achievements to dedication and an immeasurable love for the game of poker. He says that he is learning every day and is very abashed about his achievements. Phil admits to making mistakes every single game of poker and always aspires to improve.
Despite the fact that Ivey has won some large tournaments, he likes winning cash games on a normal basis.
