Poker Players
scotty nguyen
Birthplace: Nha Trang, Vietnam
Current Residence: Las Vegas, Nevada
Nickname: The Prince
Scotty came to the United States from Vietnam when he was 14 years old. After spending a year in Chicago he moved to California where he grew up and was introduced to the game of poker. His table presence is one of fearless aggression although he usually keeps up a running commentary with his fellow players that help keep his opponents off balance. Scotty is one of the highest earning professional poker players in the world today and travels on the tournament circuit throughout the world.
MAJOR POKER ACCOMPLISHMENTS
| Year | Event |
|---|---|
| 2004 | 6th WPT Party Poker Million III |
| 2004 | 5th Mirage Poker Showdown |
| 2002 | 1st L.A. Poker Classic 7 card stud High/Lo |
| 2001 | 1st World Poker Finals |
| 1998 | 1st World Series of Poker Championship Event |
| Winner of four World Series of Poker Bracelets | |
2005 season
- 4th: Sixth Annual Jack Binion World Poker Open
- 2nd: Mirage Poker Showdown
- 2nd: Mirage Poker Showdown $1,500 Heads Up US NLH Championship
- 34th: World Series of Poker $2,500 Omaha Hi/Lo
- 3rd: World Series of Poker $5,000 Short Handed No Limit Hold'em
- 7th: Bellagio Challenge Cup $10,000 No Limit Hold'em
- 101st: WPT Ultimate Poker Classic Championship Event
