Alexander Borteh
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| Alex Borteh | |
|---|---|
| Nickname(s) | None |
| Hometown | Delaware, Ohio |
| World Series of Poker | |
| Bracelet(s) | 1 |
| Money finishes | 4 |
| Highest ITM main event finish |
"None" |
In 2007, Alex Borteh was a 24 year professional poker player who won a World Series of Poker bracelet in a World Series of Poker event, the $ 3,000 Limit Hold'em event. Borteh has cashed in 4 WSOP events and made two final tables. In 2005, he finished in 3rd place in the %1,500 Limit Hold'em Shootout event. Borteh prefers Limit hold'em considering a game requiring more skill.
Prior to becoming a poker player, Borteh finished in 2nd place at the 2001 World Championship for Magic: The Gathering[1] This was the tournament in which fellow bracelet winner, David Williams was disqualified from because of marked cards.[2]
He earned a degree in Philosophy from the Ohio State University.
As of 2007, his live tournament winnings exceed $270,000.
[edit] World Series of Poker bracelets
| Year | Tournament | Prize (US$) |
|---|---|---|
| 2007 | $ 3,000 Limit Hold'em | $ 225,483 |
[edit] References
- ^ Alex Borteh bio Pokerlistings.com Accessed 7/27/07
- ^ Watcher, Todd. Dave Williams Disqualified Wizards of the Coast. Accessed 7/27/07
[edit] External links
Hendon Mob tournament results Alex
NOTE: Per the World Series of Poker, these two entries are for the same person, and they are still missing one of his cashes.[1]
