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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.
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