John Lukas
John Lukas is an American poker player[1] who has won two bracelets at the World Series of Poker.
| John Lukas | |
|---|---|
| Residence | Las Vegas, Nevada |
| World Series of Poker | |
| Bracelet(s) | 2 |
| Money finish(es) | 5 |
| Highest ITM Main Event finish | None |
He won his first bracelet in 1983, in the $1,000 Limit Razz event, earning $43,000. Lukas won his second bracelet in 1985, in the $1,000 Limit Seven Card Stud Hi-Lo event, earning $74,500.
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. He also cashed in this event in the 2008 World Series of Poker.
As of 2009, Lukas's tournament earnings exceed $300,000, with $272,450 of those earnings being won at the World Series of Poker.
World Series of Poker Bracelets
| Year | Tournament | Prize (US$) |
|---|---|---|
| 1983 | $1,000 Limit Razz | $43,000 |
| 1985 | $1,000 Limit Seven Card Stud Hi-Lo | $74,500 |
References
- Townsend, Larry (May 19, 1985). "World Series of Poker Begins in Las Vegas". The Day (New London, CT). p. B18. Retrieved June 27, 2011.