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Annie Duke might not have earned her 1st World Series of Poker Bracelet until ‘04 but she is one of the most feared poker competitors around the cash games at The Bellagio in Las Vegas. Annie’s long-overdue World Series of Poker bracelet came with a win at the "cast aside game" of Omaha hi lo.

While competitors from the "younger generation" of poker run wild following a big win at the tables, Annie heads home to be "mom" to her 4 children. Annie grew up in New Hampshire into a family of poker players. If you don’t believe that, check out her brother, Howard Lederer, in action who coached her how to bet on the game.

However, Mrs. Duke is no small-potatoes girl and has won her cut of difficult tables, including knocking out Howard along the way on several occasions. They are both players that have the capability to acquire the big money and do it with a grin.

Annie Duke is a strong player at any table due to the fact that she is a true poker player, but it’s a bit more than just being skilled at the game. Annie is very intelligent and graduated from Columbia University where she majored in Psychology and English.

When you sit across from her at the table you will see Annie Duke is there to play the game and she starts "sizing" you up as soon as you sit down at the game table. If you can’t compete like a winner, then don’t bother.

Winning over three million dollars in tournament play, Annie branched out to become a consultant to both UltimateBet.com and actor Ben Affleck, who wished to enhance his talents and become a force at the tables.

You might glimpse her at the Bellagio, you’ll observe Annie on TV and you might even participate against her in a web poker game, but don’t anticipate an easy win. Except of course you are a champion-in-the-making, you will not beat her. However, it would be exciting to mention you sat at the same table as "The Duke".