Tag Archives: Amarillo Slim Preston

WSOP Winner #6; Brian ‘Sailor’ Roberts!

Posted on 2011/01/05 by gold777in

I just love writing about the winners of the World Series of Poker because I’m learning so much about the history of poker and the history of one of the greatest card tournaments ever created.  The year is 1975 and … Continue reading →

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World Series of Poker’s Third Champion ~ Amarillo Slim Preston

Posted on 2010/12/06 by gold777in

The winner of the first and second WSOP tournament was Johnny Moss, and the winner of the third main event tournament in 1972 was the famous Amarillo Slim.  Born Thomas Austin Preston Jr., Amarillo Slim can still be found playing … Continue reading →

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