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Phil Hellmuth was born in Wisconsin, July 1964, and is certainly one of the most colourful poker professionals on the circuit. He has made a name for himself in several ways, and certainly realises his own talents.

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The first significant point to make about Phil Hellmuth jr, is that he is the current bracelet record holder, with 11 WSOP bracelets to his name. Every one of these bracelets has been won at Texas Holdem, which shows his strength in this game, as much as it perhaps demonstrates weakness at others.

Hellmuths first ever bracelet came in 1989 when at the age of 24, he prevented Johnny Chan from picking up an unprecedented three straight main event titles. He became the youngest player ever to win this title, an accolade which he held until last year. Phil Hellmuth is certainly well respected for his excellent achievements within the game, but he is not necessarily well liked by all. He has always been an explosive character, and a perfectionist, often chastising his oppnents for what he sees as poor play.

Many regular poker players have perhaps taken a dislike to him, but you have to respect the amount of World Series bracelets he has won. Perhaps the most noticeable thing missing from Hellmuths achievements, other than the lack of bracelets in different game varieties, is his lack of a WPT title. He has had some success in this area with three final tables, but has yet to convert this into a win. Whether you like his personality at the tables or not, Phil Hellmuth is the most successful Holdem player there has ever been, and continues to be a factor in any tournament he plays.