Michael Keiner (born 8 February 1959 in
Wetzlar
Wetzlar () is a city in the state of Hesse, Germany. It is the twelfth largest city in Hesse with currently 55,371 inhabitants at the beginning of 2019 (including second homes). As an important cultural, industrial and commercial center, the un ...
,
Germany
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) is a German
poker
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player best known for winning a
Seven-card stud
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WSOP
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bracelet in Event #14 of the
2007 WSOP
The 2007 World Series of Poker (WSOP) began on June 1, 2007. The $10,000 ( US) no-limit Texas hold 'em Main Event began on July 6 and was completed on the morning of July 18th. All events were held at the Rio All Suite Hotel and Casino in Las ...
.
In 1997, Keiner became European Champion of Pot Limit Seven Card Stud.
As of 2023, his live tournament winnings exceed $1,300,000.
References
External links
Card Player profileHendon Mob profileWPT profile
WSOP profile
1959 births
German poker players
World Series of Poker bracelet winners
Living people
People from Wetzlar
Sportspeople from Giessen (region)
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