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| John Lukas | |
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| Residence | Las Vegas, Nevada |
| World Series of Poker | |
| Bracelet(s) | 2 |
| Money finish(es) | 5 |
| Highest ITM Main Event finish | None |
John Lukas is an American poker player[1] who has won two bracelets at the World Series of Poker.
He won his first bracelet in 1983, in the $1,000 Limit Razz event, earning $43,000.[2] Lukas won his second bracelet in 1985, in the $1,000 Limit Seven Card Stud Hi-Lo event, earning $74,500.[3]
Since his victories at the WSOP, he has cashed in numerous poker tournaments, as well as playing in cash games. Lukas came close to winning a third WSOP bracelet in 2005, when he finished as runner-up to Pat Poels in the $1,500 Limit Omaha Hi-Low Split 8 or Better event.[4] He also cashed in this event in the 2008 World Series of Poker.[5]
As of 2023, Lukas's tournament earnings exceed $320,000.[6]
World Series of Poker Bracelets[edit]
| Year | Tournament | Prize (US$) |
|---|---|---|
| 1983 | $1,000 Limit Razz | $43,000 |
| 1985 | $1,000 Limit Seven Card Stud Hi-Lo | $74,500 |
References[edit]
- ^ Townsend, Larry (May 19, 1985). "World Series of Poker Begins in Las Vegas". The Day (New London, CT). p. B18. Retrieved June 27, 2011 – via Google News.
- ^ "14th World Series of Poker - WSOP 1983, Razz". The Hendon Mob. Retrieved December 18, 2023.
- ^ "16th World Series of Poker - WSOP 1985, Limit 7 Card Stud Hi/Lo". The Hendon Mob. Retrieved December 18, 2023.
- ^ "36th World Series of Poker - WSOP 2005, Omaha Hi/Lo". The Hendon Mob. Retrieved December 18, 2023.
- ^ "39th World Series of Poker - WSOP 2008, Omaha Hi/Lo". The Hendon Mob. Retrieved March 27, 2024.
- ^ "John Lukas' profile on The Hendon Mob". The Hendon Mob Poker Database. Retrieved December 18, 2023.
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