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Erik Seidel is most famous for his heads-up match for the WSOP title against Johnny Chan in 1988. The final hand of that tournament has actually been immortalized in the movie “Rounders”. However, Seidel has many other great achievements on his poker resumé. He has won seven WSOP golden bracelets and several other big tournaments as well. This former bond trader is unquestionably one of the most successful poker players of all time.
Born: 1959
in
New York
Now Residence: Las Vegas
Nickname: Sly
Playing style: Seidel is an aggressive player, and can be rather loose at times. No-Limit tournaments is his preferred playing form.
Favorite game: No-Limit Hold'em
Quote: "I like tournaments because of the personal challenge, competing with the best in the world. Final tables are especially exciting, as they are all unique and you have to be able to play many styles and types of opponents."
Poker fans about Erik Seidel: "It seems like the guy finishes second all the time. Seidel is probably not a very good heads up player, but otherwise he is definitely one of the greatest."
"Erik Seidel is action, not flash and bluster like many other poker players. His analytical mind and calm demeanor will eviscerate the phonies in no time. I predict his current cool spell won't last very long. Last time I checked the man drove a Lexus." "This is a great poker player. Seidel is among the top ten in the world if you ask me."
Career highlights:
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