Mrs. Duke mightn’t have earned her first World Series of Poker Bracelet until two thousand and four but she remains one of the most feared poker players at the cash matches at The Bellagio in Las Vegas. Annie’s longawaited World Series of Poker bracelet came with a win at the "buried game" of Omaha hi low.
While competitors from the "younger crowd" of poker go crazy after a big win at the tables, Annie heads back home to be "mom" to her four children. She was born in New Hampshire and raised into a family of poker players. If you don’t believe that, check out her brother, Howard Lederer, in action who educated her how to wager on the game.
However, Annie Duke is no small fry kind of girl and has captured her cut of challenging tables, including knocking out Howard along the way on a couple of occasions. They’re both players that have the skill to capture the large cash and do so with a smile.
Annie Duke is a tough player at any table because she is a true poker player, but it is a bit more than just being good at the game. Annie is extremely smart and graduated from Columbia University where she majored in English and Psychology.
When you take a seat across from Annie at the table you know Annie is there to compete in the game and she begins "sizing" you up from the time you approach the table. If you cannot bet like a Champion, then don’t waste your time.
Acquiring over $3 million in tournament play, Annie Duke branched out to become a adviser to both UltimateBet.com and Hollywood actor Ben Affleck, who wanted to sharpen his skills and become a force at the tables.
You might just catch a glimpse of her at the Bellagio, you’ll definitely notice Annie on TV and you might even participate against her in a web poker match, but do not count on an easy win. Unless you are a champion-in-the-making, you will not beat her. Although, it would be fun to mention you sat at the same table as "The Duke".
