Phil Ivey

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He is widely considered the best all around poker player in the world. I'm sure some would debate that, but that isn't what this thread is about. What is it about him that makes him so good?

[MinhLyFan 1]

I think the general consensus of the top professionals is that Ivey is so great because he plays his A game nearly every second he's at the poker table.

[Kuge 0]

I think the general consensus of the top professionals is that Ivey is so great because he plays his A game nearly every second he's at the poker table.

And this is him on an off dayhttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=--Qap3VT_ZY

[XXEddie 0]

I say boooooooooooo to the mod that deleted the first 5 posts in this thread

[govikes 0]

I say boooooooooooo to the mod that deleted the first 5 posts in this thread

cliffnotes?

[lurbz 2]

I say boooooooooooo to the mod that deleted the first 9 posts in this thread

FYP and QFT

[FCP Bob 1,321]

I say boooooooooooo to the mod that deleted the first 5 posts in this thread

cliffnotes?

Somebody with a low post count started a thread and got some stupid not funny answers that totally derailed what might be an interesting discussion of what makes Phil Ivey good.MinhLyFan then posted a serious response.If somebody who was a regular posted the same topic as the OP the responses wouldn't have been what they were and people need to treat new people with more respect.

[I_fold08 1]

Somebody with a low post count started a thread and got some stupid not funny answers that totally derailed what might be an interesting discussion of what makes Phil Ivey good.MinhLyFan then posted a serious response.If somebody who was a regular posted the same topic as the OP the responses wouldn't have been what they were and people need to treat new people with more respect.

I will respectfully disagree. The posts were funny imo, also I believe if for example I had started the thread it would have gotten the same or close to the same responses.

[Tehtoe 3]

Somebody with a low post count started a thread and got some stupid not funny answers that totally derailed what might be an interesting discussion of what makes Phil Ivey good.MinhLyFan then posted a serious response.If somebody who was a regular posted the same topic as the OP the responses wouldn't have been what they were and people need to treat new people with more respect.

lol, doubt that.

[lurbz 2]

Somebody with a low post count started a thread and got some stupid not funny answers that totally derailed what might be an interesting discussion of what makes Phil Ivey good.MinhLyFan then posted a serious response.If somebody who was a regular posted the same topic as the OP the responses wouldn't have been what they were and people need to treat new people with more respect.

Not trying to be an antagonist here, Bob, just want to state this at the beginning of my response...I can tell you for a fact that no matter who asks me this question, my post was my response, as I've answered people with my post in a live setting as well. Sorry, I just get kind of frustrated when assumptions are made about my reasoning for something I say. While I see your point, and agree that new people need respect, I don't believe generalizations are healthy for any sort of community.EDIT: Also, while your job is to moderate the forums and you do a wonderful job with it, I don't believe it is in your discretion to determine what the community may determine as funny and what it determines as not funny.

[Acekob 0]

I didn't even check the post count of OP

[FCP Bob 1,321]

EDIT: Also, while your job is to moderate the forums and you do a wonderful job with it, I don't believe it is in your discretion to determine what the community may determine as funny and what it determines as not funny.

I don't disagree with your basic point but combine the thread derailing with a series of racial stereotypes and the thread turned into who could come up with another stereotype, that to me was both unfunny and potentially offensive so I acted. So as not to derail this thread further if anybody wants to discuss it further feel free to PM me or if you want the discussion to be public please use the forum suggestions forum.These comments on Ivey are from Daniel from 4 years ago.http://www.fullcontactpoker.com/poker-foru...?showtopic=9212

Cash Game Accomplishments: There isn't a high limit player in the world that works harder or works more than Phil Ivey. Phil's biggest strengths are his ability to "outlast" his opponents while playing marathon sessions. Phil will rarely quit if there is someone willing to continue. He excels playing long hours and is an excellent short handed player. He plays in the biggest cash games in the world on a regular basis where million dollar swings are the norm. Phil has arguably won more money playing poker in the last five years than anyone on the planet. Both his tournament and cash game skills are well respected amongst his peers. Best Game: 7 Card Stud. Phil cut his teeth on the game playing $1-$5 stud at the Taj. Within about six months he was already playing in the $75-$150 games. Worst Game: Omaha H/L. It's hard to call it his worst game because he's come along way in the game. It's probably his worst game by default really. Strengths: Endurance, creativity, focus, shorthanded skills, dedication. You could go on and on about Phil's strengths really. He is a student of the game and the fact that he respects all of his opponents skills is what keeps him sharp. He takes no one lightly. Weaknesses: No real poker weaknesses to speak of. What remains to be seen though is whether or not he can keep up this torrid and exhausting pace for years to come. If he's not careful he could run himself ragged and burn out too early. He needs to make sure that he takes enough time away from the game to keep him interested. Cash Games: 10 Tournaments: 9 Emotional Stability: 9 Heart: 10 Short Handed: 10 Ring Game: 8.5 No Limit Hold'em: 9 Other Notes: Phil doesn't spend much time worrying about what others think of him. His priorities are winning money at poker. Since he plays in the biggest cash games in the world that means a smaller tournament schedule. He isn't in this game for the fame or noteriety, he is in it for the money all the way. He doesn't do any self promotion whatsoever, but the public is fascinated by his skills and his presence at the table which makes him one of the most popular players in the game today. He's not one to talk about how great he is... he simply proves it.

[CrookedLink 0]

Bob wins the thread.

[pokerfriendly 0]

Bob wins the thread.

BOBS cool

[Jam-Fly 8]

I think the general consensus of the top professionals is that Ivey is so great because he plays his A game nearly every second he's at the poker table.

nah I disagree. I don't think Ivey plays his A game all the time. I think it's more, when Ivey does play his A game, he is the best. IMO, it is because he adapts better than anyone in the world. Initially, the internet guys may beat him, but after a while, Ivey adjusts and wins. There's hasn't been a situation yet where Ivey can't adapt and win. Also, he plays all the games well and has great table feel

[Jam-Fly 8]

btw, anyone know what Phil Ivey's wife looks like? I thought she was the blond, white one for some reason but it appears she kinda Asian (if you can be 'kinda' asian). Can anyone confirm?

[wsox8 10]

btw, anyone know what Phil Ivey's wife looks like? I thought she was the blond, white one for some reason but it appears she kinda Asian (if you can be 'kinda' asian). Can anyone confirm?

[MinhLyFan 1]

nah I disagree. I don't think Ivey plays his A game all the time. I think it's more, when Ivey does play his A game, he is the best. IMO, it is because he adapts better than anyone in the world. Initially, the internet guys may beat him, but after a while, Ivey adjusts and wins. There's hasn't been a situation yet where Ivey can't adapt and win. Also, he plays all the games well and has great table feel

On top of what bob quoted from DN himself, multiple players that have played with ivey all said pretty much in different words " On any given day, I can play like ivey. But, Ivey plays well no matter what day it is and no matter how long he's been playing." These are coming from his peers, who are all phenomenal at adapting to game conditions self control etc. These are the guys who play with him every day, so I am pretty sure they know better than any one of us on this forum. The guy has amazing heart, work ethic, and self discipline, something thats worth is, I think, is wayyyy undervalued in the poker world.

[Napa_Don 688]

This is the only Phil Ivey thread ever needed.

[Acekob 0]

This is the only Phil Ivey thread ever needed.

And he pulls a gummy bear out, holds it up to him, and goes "ya want one?" Pure gold!

[ddf_dolphins 0]

the banned full tilt commercial on youtube says it all imo

[Jam-Fly 8]

where's that ridiculously baller picture of Ivey? He's baller on like eight different levels. Theres like 10k cash on the floor, some girl on the ground, he sitting on a chair playing poker with sandals on.

[gfdsa146 0]

where's that ridiculously baller picture of Ivey? He's baller on like eight different levels. Theres like 40k cash on the floor, some girl on the ground, he sitting on a chair playing poker with sandals on.

FYP

[wsox8 10]

where's that ridiculously baller picture of Ivey? He's baller on like eight different levels. Theres like 10k cash on the floor, some girl on the ground, he sitting on a chair playing poker with sandals on.

[Jam-Fly 8]

where's that ridiculously baller picture of Ivey? He's baller on like eight different levels. Theres like 10k cash on the floor, some girl on the ground, he sitting on a chair playing poker in socks with sandals off.

FMPballer pic