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The Legendary 1949 Poker Match Between Nick 'The Greek' and Johnny Moss
The legendary poker heads-up match between Nick 'The Greek' Dandolos and Johnny Moss took place in 1949. The match was organized by Benny Binion, who had moved to Las Vegas from Texas in 1946.
Nick Dandolos was known for his flamboyant style and was considered one of the best poker players of his time. Johnny Moss, a legendary poker player from Texas, was known for his skills and travels in search of high-stakes games. The match lasted for several months, with sessions lasting 4-5 days at a time.
Benny Binion insisted on making the match public to attract more visitors to his casino. The match took place in the Flamingo casino, not the Horseshoe as previously believed. Johnny Moss won the match, but later left Las Vegas with significant debts due to his love for craps.
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