Phil Ivey has been labeled as the best poker contender on the globe by quite a few of the top-ranked pros. He was born in Riverside, CA and relocated to NJ before reaching turning 1. His papa taught Phil one cent-ante 5-Card Stud poker. From then on on, Phil was hooked on poker and wished to learn whatever he could about the game. He would tell his parents that he wanted to be a professional poker player. Phil didn’t let the negative feedback from others kill his goal of being one of the strongest poker competitors in the world.
He began competing seriously after acquiring a false ID with the name of Jerome. He sharpened his techniques at the casinos in Atlantic City. The first number of years for Phil were a teaching period and coming away with a win was not a regular outcome at the time. He made his mark at the 2000 WSOP when he achieved 2 final tables and came away with his 1st WSOP bracelet, in a two dollar, 500 Pot-Limit Omaha game. At the closing table he defeated quite a few of the well known professionals including but not limited to "Amarillo Slim" Preston, David "Devilfish" Ulliot, and Phil Hellmuth, Jr.
He made a decision to take his skills to the next level and headed out west to Sin City. He continues to play in "The Big Game" at the Bellagio with the greatest players in the world. Ivey credits his achievements to dedication and an immeasurable love for the game of poker. Phil says that he is picking up skills every day and is incredibly abashed about his accomplishments. He admits to making mistakes in each session of poker and constantly strives to get better.
Despite the fact that Ivey has won some large tournaments, he favors winning money games on a normal basis.
