♠PokerInsider
Poker news first in our Telegram channelSubscribe →
Chris Moneymaker: The Man Who Brought Poker to the Masses
NewsOctober 21, 2016·1 min read

Chris Moneymaker: The Man Who Brought Poker to the Masses


Chris Moneymaker's story is well-known in the poker world. In 2003, he qualified for the WSOP Main Event through a $39 satellite and went on to win the tournament, taking home $2,500,000. After his victory, Chris Moneymaker signed a contract with PokerStars.

Chris Moneymaker was the main face of PokerStars' advertising campaigns during the poker boom. Many considered the attention he received to be undeserved given his level of play. Chris Moneymaker was nominated for the Poker Hall of Fame 13 years after his WSOP Main Event victory.

Share this article

Argus Riven

By

Argus Riven

I've spent years at the tables — cash and tournaments — and just as long shaping poker copy behind the scenes: room reviews, bonus fine print, tournament notes. At PokerInsider I write the way I wish more sites would: clear structure, honest trade-offs, no hype. Whether you're new or already grinding, I care about what the offer actually costs you — rake, variance, and the fine print — and I treat responsible play as part of the job, not a footnote.

♠More in News

New Jersey Wins $847 Million Powerball Jackpot

New Jersey Wins $847 Million Powerball Jackpot

1 min read
Dan Flynn Takes the Helm as New CEO of Scientific Games

Dan Flynn Takes the Helm as New CEO of Scientific Games

1 min read
Illegal Gambling Surge in Britain: Report Reveals Alarming Trends

Illegal Gambling Surge in Britain: Report Reveals Alarming Trends

1 min read
←All Articles♠ PokerInsider