Doyle Brunson: Phil Hellmuth is the Best No-Limit Hold'em Player

Doyle Brunson, the Texan poker legend, has declared Phil Hellmuth as the greatest no-limit hold'em tournament player in the world. This statement comes from Brunson's extensive experience and knowledge in the poker world, where he holds 10 WSOP gold bracelets himself.

Hellmuth's achievements are nothing short of impressive. He has 162 WSOP cashes, 15 gold bracelets, and 11 runner-up finishes. Despite these accomplishments, Hellmuth has never won a World Poker Tour title, although he has 14 cashes worth almost $1.5 million.

Brunson's praise for Hellmuth is not new. He has previously highlighted Hellmuth's ability to navigate large field live events and avoid trouble against weak recreational players. This skill has helped Hellmuth consistently put himself in contention in the late stages of tournaments.