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Jesus Plays Poker

Mathematical with his approach, Chris Ferguson or Jesus as he is fondly called is one of the most successful poker players around. To date he has five World Series of Poker bracelets and a record three WSOP circuit events title.

He got the nickname Jesus because of beard and long hair that people say resemble that of Jesus Christ. During games, he is motionless so that his opponents can’t read him. He became famous for throwing card at top speed that can cut through fruits such as carrots, bananas and melons.

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Three Aces Don’t Always Win

Triple aces don’t always win you the pot and this is how David learned the hard way. Before the flop he had pocket aces and he raise without hesitation. Only one player didn’t fold. Flop is A-K-2. David bet and the other player raise him. Craig re-raise and the other player re-raise. Craig then called. The turn is a jack. Craig again bet and he was re-raised. Craig then went all in and the other player called. The player showed his J-T hand. Craig though he had it except the river is a Q giving the other player a straight.

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