Phil Ivey, the American poker legend and World Hendonmob #11 with an astronomical $42 million to his name. With ten WSOP bracelets and 9 WPT final table appearances (one WPT ME title), he is undoubtedly one of the world's most elite poker phenomena. In his impressive career, Phil Ivey has racked up a huge number of tournament successes in every conceivable category, including PLO and shortdeck. The WSOP bracelets alone have been accumulated by Ivey over the course of 15 years, and the list of events only proves that he is a true poker chameleon:
| Year | Event | Reward |
| 2000 | $2,500 PLO | 195,000$ |
| 2002 | $1,500 Limit 7-card Stud | 132,000$ |
| 2002 | $2,500 Limit 7-card Stud Hi-Lo | 118,440$ |
| 2002 | $2,000 S.H.O.E. | 107,540$ |
| 2005 | $5,000 PLO | 635,603$ |
| 2009 | $2,500 NL 2-7 Lowball Draw | 96,367$ |
| 2009 | $2,500 Omaha/7-Card Stud Hi-Lo | 220,538$ |
| 2010 | $3,000 H.O.R.S.E. | 329,840$ |
| 2013 | $2,200 8-Game Mix | 51,840A$ |
| 2014 | $1,500 8-Game Mix | 166,986$ |
Times have moved on and poker has moved on by leaps and bounds, but Phil Ivey is not lost among the modern-day online grinders. GTO tables, various solvers and coaching are pushing players today to limits that players would never have dreamed of in the days of the first poker boom, and few old-school players have been able to acclimate to the increasing pace of new players' abilities quite like Ivey. His ability to read people and incredible combination of intelligence and emotional quotient is almost unmatched in the industry.
However, many successful tournament players have hit a stumbling block - high stakes cashgames. Phil Ivey, however, has proven to be a player who has no problem navigating the different dynamics of tournaments and cashgames, and has also made his mark over the years as one of the best regs on absolutely every front that poker as a whole has to offer. In his honour, the legendary Phil Galfond has created a video in which he recounts some interesting moments from the poker great's gaming but also personal life.
At the beginning of the video Galfond highlighted Ivey's genius and ability to read his opponents, which for many years was, and still is, one of his strongest weapons. Ivey's decisions at the tables are often unpredictable and difficult to read, giving him an advantage over his opponents. Ivey has become an icon to many players and his success in the poker world has inspired generations of future players.
Galfond also talks about how Ivey is perceived in the poker community, where he is admired not only for his accomplishments, but also for his character and demeanor. His humility and ability to represent poker at the highest level have made him a favorite among fans and the general public alike. The fact that Ivey has been not only a rival but also a friend to many players also contributes to his good image, proving his respect and trust.
According to Galfond, one of Ivey's greatest contributions to the poker world is his constant dedication and hard work. Ivey was not only a talented player, but also a tireless maker who constantly honed his skills and strategies. Galfond's words about Phil Ivey offer a deeper look into the life and career of this legend whose story can inspire us all.
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