Dennis Phillips biography
Dennis Phillips, nicknamed "Fordman", was born in December 1954 and is from St. Louis, Missouri. He won his way into the 2008 World Series of Poker Main Event through a $200 satellite at Harrah's St. Louis, his local casino.
Phillips went into the first November Nine final table as chip leader with 26,295,000 chips. He finished 3rd for $4,517,773, eliminated when his flop all-in ran into a set held by eventual champion Peter Eastgate. A year later he went deep again, finishing 45th in the 2009 Main Event, and he finished 3rd in the 2010 NBC National Heads-Up Poker Championship. He was runner-up in the WSOP Seniors event in 2012 for $372,895.
Phillips has more than $6 million in live tournament earnings.
Career summary
Dennis Phillips qualified through a $200 satellite, led the 2008 November Nine and finished 3rd in the Main Event for $4,517,773.
Dennis Phillips poker winnings
| Year | Event | Place | Prize |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | WSOP Seniors Championship | 5th | $153,883 |
| 2012 | WSOP Seniors Championship | 2nd | $372,895 |
| 2010 | NBC National Heads-Up Poker Championship | 3rd | $125,000 |
| 2009 | WSOP Main Event | 45th | $178,857 |
| 2008 | WSOP Main Event | 3rd | $4,517,773 |
Verified live tournament earnings: $6,000,000+.
Dennis Phillips playing style
Phillips is a patient, solid player whose steady approach has produced deep runs in some of the biggest fields in poker.
Business & sponsorships
Professional poker player.
Why Dennis matters
St. Louis amateur Dennis "Fordman" Phillips turned a $200 satellite into a chip lead at the 2008 November Nine and finished 3rd for $4,517,773.
FAQ about Dennis Phillips
How did Dennis Phillips qualify for the 2008 Main Event?
Through a $200 satellite at Harrah's St. Louis.
How did Dennis Phillips finish in the 2008 Main Event?
3rd, for $4,517,773.
How much has Dennis Phillips won playing poker?
Dennis Phillips has won $6,000,000+ in live tournament earnings.
How many WSOP bracelets does Dennis Phillips have?
Dennis Phillips has not won a WSOP bracelet yet.
