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Phil IveyProfessional poker player
Date of Birth: 01.02.1976
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Content:
- Biography of Phil Ivey
- Early Success
- Recognition and Major Wins
- Personal Life and Philanthropy
- Renowned Poker Player
Biography of Phil Ivey
Born in 1976 in Riverside, California, Philip Dennis 'Phil' Ivey Jr. grew up in New Jersey, where his family moved when he was three months old. It was during his teenage years in New Jersey that Ivey started playing poker, and by the late 1990s, he was already known as a strong and fearless player.

Early Success
In 2002, Ivey's name made headlines in the poker world when he won three World Series of Poker bracelets in a single year. Following this achievement, he went on to secure several more impressive victories in tournaments such as the Bellagio and World Poker Open.

Recognition and Major Wins
The year 2005 was particularly significant for Ivey, as he reached two final tables in the World Poker Tour (WPT) and earned $635,603 in official prize money. In 2006, Ivey played a high-stakes Limit Texas Hold'em game against Texas billionaire Andy Beal, winning over $16 million in just three days. This game led Beal to swear off playing poker forever.

From 2007 to 2008, Ivey focused mainly on cash games, staying away from tournaments. However, in 2009, he returned to tournament play and won several events, including the No-Limit 2-7 Draw Lowball. He won his eighth World Series of Poker bracelet in 2010 and his most recent in 2013, solidifying his status as one of the world's top poker players.

Personal Life and Philanthropy
Currently residing in Las Vegas, Ivey filed for divorce from his wife of seven years in 2009, shortly after their move to the city. The divorce was finalized at the end of the same year. It is also known that Ivey frequently plays online poker, using the nickname "RaiseOnce" on the PokerStars website.
In addition to his poker career, Ivey is actively involved in various charitable projects. In 2008, he donated $50,000 to support underprivileged families, and later founded the non-profit organization "Budding Ivey Foundation." The foundation focuses on poverty prevention, educational programs, and assistance for the homeless.
Renowned Poker Player
Phil Ivey is unofficially regarded as one of the best poker players in the world today. Despite not writing books on poker strategy and admitting to never having read other poker books, Ivey's results at the card tables are often astounding. He is often referred to as a lucky and fortunate player, but poker is also a testament to his strong will, patience, and ability to lose gracefully.