Phil Ivey has been labeled as the number one poker competitor on the globe by many of the top-ranked pros. Phil Ivey 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, he was addicted to poker and wished to discover whatever he could about poker. He would tell his parents that he was planning on being a professional poker player. Phil did not allow the negative comments from others kill his dream of becoming one of the best poker competitors in the world.
He started playing seriously after acquiring a false ID with the name of Jerome. He sharpened his game at the casinos of Atlantic City. The initial few years for Phil were a teaching opportunity and coming away with a win was not a normal thing at the time. He made his mark at the 2000 WSOP when he made two final tables and came away with his first WSOP bracelet, in a two dollar, five hundred Pot-Limit Omaha match. At the final table he defeated a number of the better known professionals including "Amarillo Slim" Preston, David "Devilfish" Ulliot, and Phil Hellmuth, Jr.
He decided to take his skills to the successive level and moved out west to Vegas. He continues to participate in in "The Big Game" at the Bellagio with the greatest players in the world. Phil credits his success to dedication and an undying passion for poker. Phil states that he is picking up skills every single day and is quite humble about his achievements. He admits to making mistakes every single game of poker and always aspires to get better.
Despite the fact that Phil has won some big-time tournaments, he prefers winning cash games on a regular basis.
