Billy Argyros
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Billy Argyros | |
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Nickname(s) | The Croc |
Hometown | Las Vegas, Nevada |
World Series of Poker | |
Bracelet(s) | None |
Money finishes | 5 |
Highest ITM main event finish |
15th, 1995 |
World Poker Tour | |
Titles | None |
Final tables | None |
Money finishes | 1 |
Billy Argyros, commonly referred to as Billy the Croc or The Croc, is a Greek Australian professional poker player.
In 1995 Argyros cashed in the money in the $10,000 No Limit Hold'em Main Event coming in 15th place out of a field of 273 players, winning $24,220. he has also cashed one times on the World Poker Tour
He recently appeared on the television show Australian Celebrity Poker Challenge as the resident expert. Players may call 'The Croc' to provide advice once during the game.[citation needed]
As of 2007, Argyros' total live tournament winnings exceed $440,000.[1]