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Daniel Alaei: High Stakes Poker Player

Daniel Alaei is perhaps best well known for his many appearances on popular television shows which feature cash game action, including the first three seasons of “High Stakes Poker”. Daniel Alaei outlasted 328 other poker players to take down the World Poker Tour (WPT) Doyle Brunson Classic Championship earlier this evening, taking home $1,428,430, an entry into the $25k WPT Championship and a Rolex watch in the process.

The Poker Legend: Doyle “Texas Dolly” Brunson

There's no stellar name in poker world than the most recognizable, respected and the most feared poker player - regardless of his age, none other than Doyle Brunson. Even as a young child, Brunson showed a competitive streak. His focus was not on cards, but on more physical, athletic pursuits, including track and field and basketball.