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Johnny Chan is one of the most recognizable poker players in the world. The 10-time World Series of Poker (WSOP) bracelet winner, and back-to-back champion of the 1987 and 1988 WSOP Main Events, is a Poker Hall of Famer and true legend of the game.
However, while his poker compatriots like
Phil Hellmuth and
Erik Seidel have been busy playing either
High Stakes Duels or high rollers respectively, Chan hasnât actively spent time in the poker spotlight as of late. That recently changed when Chan was a featured guest on the
PokerNews Podcast to promote his new Texas cardroom and upcoming tournament series.