Live the Dream 2008
In 2008, 11 poker players were chosen from a field over 200 to receive a year-long Everest Poker sponsorship worth $100,000.
Each one of their lives would change forever. Over a year later, we asked our Live the Dream 2008 winners to reflect upon what Live the Dream did for their poker career and life.
Here are a few of their responses.
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Steven van Zadelhoff | viktor | The Netherlands The biggest benefit in having a sponsorship is the peace of mind. You are secure for an entire year. Poker became more than a hobby. Now it is my profession. If you get sent to the rails, you just look ahead to the next tournament and your next win. Live The Dream built more than my bankroll. It built my career. |
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Voitto Rintala | RandomEyes | Finland I have cashed at the biggest and best live tournaments, including a final table at the 2008 WSOP. But it’s also about the experience I’ve gained and the friends I’ve made. We’re from around the world, but there is a real team spirit uniting all the Live The Dream winners because each one of us loves poker. |
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Pablo Ubierna | morpheo | Spain I love poker. And I love to see new things. Now I get to travel the globe while playing the game I love. I now play the best live tournaments around the world. I was a good online player, but to be one of the best you have to play live. Live The Dream improved my live game and brought me recognition as a poker player. |
