Puggy Pearson
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 Puggy Pearson in the 1974 World Series of Poker |
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| Nickname(s) | Puggy |
|---|---|
| Hometown | Las Vegas, Nevada |
| World Series of Poker | |
| Bracelet(s) | 4 |
| Money finishes | 9 |
| Highest ITM Main Event finish |
Winner, 1973 |
Walter Clyde Pearson (January 29, 1929 in Tennessee – April 12, 2006) was an American professional poker player.
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[edit] Biography
Pearson grew up in Tennessee in a large family with nine siblings. He got his nickname "Puggy" from a childhood accident that left him with a disfigured nose at the age of 12. He dropped out of school in the 5th grade, and at the age of 17 he joined the United States Navy, where he served three terms. He cut his teeth at poker and gambling while in the service.
[edit] Professional poker
Prior to 1949, all poker games were cash games; a player could cash out his chips and leave at any time. Pearson originated the idea of a freezeout tournament and shared his idea with fellow gambler "Nick the Greek" Dandolos. Dandalos later brought the idea to legendary casino owner Benny Binion, who in turn founded the World Series of Poker.
Pearson won the 1973 World Series of Poker (WSOP) main event when his A♠ 7♠ defeated Johnny Moss's K♥ J♠. He has a total of 4 WSOP bracelets (two of which were in seven-card stud, which was considered his best game.)
Pearson was inducted into the Poker Hall of Fame in 1987.
[edit] World Series of Poker Bracelets
| Year | Tournament | Prize (US$) |
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| 1971 | Limit Seven Card Stud | $10,000 |
| 1973 | $10,000 No Limit Hold'em World Championship | $130,000 |
| 1973 | $1,000 No Limit Hold'em | $17,000 |
| 1973 | $4,000 Limit Seven Card Stud | $32,000 |
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[edit] External links
- Guardian article by Victoria Coren
- CardPlayer article by Jeff Schulman
- Hendon Mob tournament results
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