Alexander Dovzhenko's Poker Journey and WSOP 2013 Blog

Alexander Dovzhenko is a renowned poker player with a significant career, having started playing poker for money long before the term 'poker club' was widely recognized. Despite his extensive experience, Dovzhenko remains a passionate enthusiast of the game, constantly working to improve his skills. This dedication has earned him a high reputation among poker professionals worldwide.

Samm Tricket and his friends call Dovzhenko the best player over 40 in the world. Dovzhenko's notable successes include the Partouche Poker Tour 2011, where he competed against Samm Tricket on the final table. In 2009, he came close to winning the EPT championship, finishing second to Maks Lykov in Kyiv. At WSOP 2012, he reached the final table of a PLO tournament, and at WSOP Europe 2011, he secured an 11th place in the main event.

In 2013, Dovzhenko had already made 13 cashes in official tournaments, with three first-place finishes and one shared first place. His versatility in various poker games has contributed to his success. Dovzhenko is also known for his storytelling abilities and his knowledge of good, affordable restaurants worldwide. He shared a story about a poker game where he recalled Vanessa Selbst's hand, highlighting his unique approach to the game. Dovzhenko emphasized the importance of incorporating physical activity into one's lifestyle, mentioning his enjoyment of various sports and physical activities, such as windsurfing and swimming. Dovzhenko has a temporary blog for WSOP 2013 where he will document his performances and answer fan questions.