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==Poker career== |
==Poker career== |
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Schwartz's first cash was at the Grosvenor World Masters in 2005 where he won £3,900 for his eighth-place finish in the £1,000 No Limit Hold'em Main Event. Since then, he has only had a few other results, including £10,850 at the 2005 Harbour Lights in [[Brighton]].<ref name="poke_TheG">{{Cite web |title=The Grosvenor World Masters, No Limit Hold'em: Hendon Mob Poker Database |url=http://pokerdb.thehendonmob.com/event.php?a=r&n=12193 |access-date=13 December 2014 |website=The Hendon Mob}}</ref> |
Schwartz's first major cash was at the Grosvenor World Masters in 2005 where he won £3,900 for his eighth-place finish in the £1,000 No Limit Hold'em Main Event.<ref>{{Cite web |title=European Poker Tour - EPT London, No Limit Hold'em |url=https://pokerdb.thehendonmob.com/event.php?a=r&n=12193 |access-date=2024-04-19 |website=The Hendon Mob |language=en}}</ref> Since then, he has only had a few other results, including £10,850 at the 2005 Harbour Lights in [[Brighton]].<ref name="poke_TheG">{{Cite web |title=The Grosvenor World Masters, No Limit Hold'em: Hendon Mob Poker Database |url=http://pokerdb.thehendonmob.com/event.php?a=r&n=12193 |access-date=13 December 2014 |website=The Hendon Mob}}</ref> |
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Schwartz is best known for his online prowess, especially on [[Full Tilt Poker]] before the site was shut down, where he played under the moniker __FullFlush1__. He started off grinding ring games in 2005 but went broke several times before winning the Sunday Million on Poker Stars in 2007. After this win, Schwartz returned to the cash tables.<ref>{{Cite web |title=__FullFlush1__: Luke Schwartz lets rip! |url=http://bluffeurope.com/interview/en/__FullFlush1__-Luke-Schwartz-lets-rip-_4644.aspx |website=bluffeurope.com}}</ref> In recent times, he has taken on some of the biggest names in online poker such as [[Di Dang|Urindanger]], [[Tom Dwan|durrrr]], and [[Ilari Sahamies|Ziigmund]], at the biggest stakes with some success. |
Schwartz is best known for his online prowess, especially on [[Full Tilt Poker]] before the site was shut down, where he played under the moniker __FullFlush1__. He started off grinding ring games in 2005 but went broke several times before winning the Sunday Million on Poker Stars in 2007. After this win, Schwartz returned to the cash tables.<ref>{{Cite web |title=__FullFlush1__: Luke Schwartz lets rip! |url=http://bluffeurope.com/interview/en/__FullFlush1__-Luke-Schwartz-lets-rip-_4644.aspx |website=bluffeurope.com}}</ref> In recent times, he has taken on some of the biggest names in online poker such as [[Di Dang|Urindanger]], [[Tom Dwan|durrrr]], and [[Ilari Sahamies|Ziigmund]], at the biggest stakes with some success. |
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Luke Schwartz has played in the Party Poker Premier League<ref name="card_Schw">{{Cite web |last=Murray |first=Brendan |date=23 January 2010 |title=Schwartz, Negreanu, Rousso Join Premier League Line-Up - European Poker News |url=http://www.cardplayer.com/poker-news/8361-schwartz-negreanu-rousso-join-premier-league-line-up |access-date=13 December 2014 |website=Card Player}}</ref> several times including Party Poker Premier League 4 where he finished second and won $200,000, beaten by [[David Benyamine]].<ref>{{Cite web |title=PartyPoker Premier League IV {{!}} PartyPoker Premier League IV {{!}} PokerNews |url=https://www.pokernews.com/tours/other-tournaments/partypoker-premier-league-iv/premier-league-iv/ |access-date=8 July 2017 |website=www.pokernews.com |language=en}}</ref> |
Luke Schwartz has played in the Party Poker Premier League<ref name="card_Schw">{{Cite web |last=Murray |first=Brendan |date=23 January 2010 |title=Schwartz, Negreanu, Rousso Join Premier League Line-Up - European Poker News |url=http://www.cardplayer.com/poker-news/8361-schwartz-negreanu-rousso-join-premier-league-line-up |access-date=13 December 2014 |website=Card Player}}</ref> several times including Party Poker Premier League 4 where he finished second and won $200,000, beaten by [[David Benyamine]].<ref>{{Cite web |title=PartyPoker Premier League IV {{!}} PartyPoker Premier League IV {{!}} PokerNews |url=https://www.pokernews.com/tours/other-tournaments/partypoker-premier-league-iv/premier-league-iv/ |access-date=8 July 2017 |website=www.pokernews.com |date=18 February 2010 |language=en}}</ref> |
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What has perhaps garnered more attention is Schwartz' outspoken nature, both on and off the table. He regards himself as the best tournament player around, and even made his claim at the Monte Carlo High Rollers event to the rest of his table, which included [[Daniel Negreanu]] and [[Phil Ivey]].<ref name="poke_Schw">{{Cite web |date=1 May 2009 |title=Schwartz takes on Ivey, Negreanu and Hansen |url=http://www.pokerlistings.com/schwartz-takes-on-negreanu-ivey-and-hansen-39838 |access-date=14 December 2014 |website=Poker Listings}}</ref> |
What has perhaps garnered more attention is Schwartz' outspoken nature, both on and off the table. He regards himself as the best tournament player around, and even made his claim at the Monte Carlo High Rollers event to the rest of his table, which included [[Daniel Negreanu]] and [[Phil Ivey]].<ref name="poke_Schw">{{Cite web |date=1 May 2009 |title=Schwartz takes on Ivey, Negreanu and Hansen |url=http://www.pokerlistings.com/schwartz-takes-on-negreanu-ivey-and-hansen-39838 |access-date=14 December 2014 |website=Poker Listings}}</ref> |
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In December 2009, Schwartz was chip leader heading into the [[Full Tilt Poker|Full Tilt]] [[Poker Million]] VIII final table, and eventually finished fourth, collecting prize money of $150,000.<ref>{{Cite web |title=James Akenhead Wins Full Tilt Poker Million VIII |url=http://www.pokerplayer.co.uk/news/latest-news/9841/james_akenhead_wins_full_tilt_poker_million_viii_final.html |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://archive.today/20120906121747/http://www.pokerplayer.co.uk/news/latest-news/9841/james_akenhead_wins_full_tilt_poker_million_viii_final.html |archive-date=6 September 2012 |access-date=7 December 2009 |website=pokerplayer.com}}</ref> Schwartz had previously won his heat in the [[Poker Million]] VIII, overcoming a table of [[Bill Edler]], [[Mark Vos]] and [[Tony G]], before coming from behind to defeat [[John Duthie (poker player)|John Duthie]] heads-up.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Poker Million Heat - Luke Schwartz |url=http://www.cardplayer.com/poker-news/7212-luke-schwartz-set-to-play-in-poker-million-semi-final |website=cardplayer.com}}</ref> He then navigated a semi-final featuring [[Annette Obrestad]] and [[Tony Bloom]] to secure his place in the final. In 2012 at World Series of Poker [the poker players championship] Schwartz finished fourth for over $400,000. According to High Stakes Database, Schwartz’ cash game losses stand at $775,000. |
In December 2009, Schwartz was chip leader heading into the [[Full Tilt Poker|Full Tilt]] [[Poker Million]] VIII final table, and eventually finished fourth, collecting prize money of $150,000.<ref>{{Cite web |title=James Akenhead Wins Full Tilt Poker Million VIII |url=http://www.pokerplayer.co.uk/news/latest-news/9841/james_akenhead_wins_full_tilt_poker_million_viii_final.html |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://archive.today/20120906121747/http://www.pokerplayer.co.uk/news/latest-news/9841/james_akenhead_wins_full_tilt_poker_million_viii_final.html |archive-date=6 September 2012 |access-date=7 December 2009 |website=pokerplayer.com}}</ref> Schwartz had previously won his heat in the [[Poker Million]] VIII, overcoming a table of [[Bill Edler]], [[Mark Vos]] and [[Tony G]], before coming from behind to defeat [[John Duthie (poker player)|John Duthie]] heads-up.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Poker Million Heat - Luke Schwartz |url=http://www.cardplayer.com/poker-news/7212-luke-schwartz-set-to-play-in-poker-million-semi-final |website=cardplayer.com}}</ref> He then navigated a semi-final featuring [[Annette Obrestad]] and [[Tony Bloom]] to secure his place in the final.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Full Tilt Poker Million VIII, Semi-Final 1 |url=https://pokerdb.thehendonmob.com/event.php?a=r&n=40035 |access-date=2024-04-19 |website=The Hendon Mob |language=en}}</ref> In 2012 at World Series of Poker [the poker players championship] Schwartz finished fourth for over $400,000.<ref>{{Cite web |title=43rd World Series of Poker - WSOP 2012, The Poker Players Championship (Event #45) |url=https://pokerdb.thehendonmob.com/event.php?a=r&n=64793 |access-date=2024-04-19 |website=The Hendon Mob |language=en}}</ref> According to High Stakes Database, Schwartz’ cash game losses stand at $775,000. |
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Schwartz is currently a featured blogger on Black Belt Poker. His comments, many of which divide audiences, are often cited on forums such as [[Two Plus Two]].{{Citation needed|date=August 2014}} |
Schwartz is currently a featured blogger on Black Belt Poker. His comments, many of which divide audiences, are often cited on forums such as [[Two Plus Two Publishing|Two Plus Two]].{{Citation needed|date=August 2014}} |
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As of 2023, his live tournament winnings exceed $1.7 million. |
As of 2023, his live tournament winnings exceed $1.7 million.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Luke Schwartz's profile on The Hendon Mob |url=https://pokerdb.thehendonmob.com/player.php?a=r&n=50385 |access-date=2023-12-18 |website=The Hendon Mob Poker Database |language=en}}</ref> |
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== References== |
== References== |
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==External links== |
==External links== |
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*[https://www.cardplayer.com/poker-players/149392-luke-schwartz Card Player profile] |
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*[http://pokerdb.thehendonmob.com/player.php?a=r&n=50385 Hendon Mob profile] |
*[http://pokerdb.thehendonmob.com/player.php?a=r&n=50385 Hendon Mob profile] |
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*[https://www.worldpokertour.com/player/luke-schwartz/ WPT profile] |
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*[https://www.wsop.com/players/profile/?playerid=120250 WSOP profile] |
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Latest revision as of 20:36, 24 November 2024
| Luke Schwartz | |
|---|---|
| Nickname(s) | __FullFlush1__ |
| Residence | London, England |
| Born | 15 February 1984 |
| World Series of Poker | |
| Bracelet(s) | 1 |
| Final table(s) | 1 |
| Money finish(es) | 3 |
| Highest ITM Main Event finish | 249th, 2013 |
| European Poker Tour | |
| Title(s) | None |
| Final table(s) | 5 |
| Money finish(es) | 7 |
Luke Schwartz-Orbach (born 15 February 1984) known as Luke Schwartz is a professional poker player from north London, England.[1]
Poker career
[edit]Schwartz's first major cash was at the Grosvenor World Masters in 2005 where he won £3,900 for his eighth-place finish in the £1,000 No Limit Hold'em Main Event.[2] Since then, he has only had a few other results, including £10,850 at the 2005 Harbour Lights in Brighton.[3]
Schwartz is best known for his online prowess, especially on Full Tilt Poker before the site was shut down, where he played under the moniker __FullFlush1__. He started off grinding ring games in 2005 but went broke several times before winning the Sunday Million on Poker Stars in 2007. After this win, Schwartz returned to the cash tables.[4] In recent times, he has taken on some of the biggest names in online poker such as Urindanger, durrrr, and Ziigmund, at the biggest stakes with some success.
Luke Schwartz has played in the Party Poker Premier League[5] several times including Party Poker Premier League 4 where he finished second and won $200,000, beaten by David Benyamine.[6]
What has perhaps garnered more attention is Schwartz' outspoken nature, both on and off the table. He regards himself as the best tournament player around, and even made his claim at the Monte Carlo High Rollers event to the rest of his table, which included Daniel Negreanu and Phil Ivey.[7]
In December 2009, Schwartz was chip leader heading into the Full Tilt Poker Million VIII final table, and eventually finished fourth, collecting prize money of $150,000.[8] Schwartz had previously won his heat in the Poker Million VIII, overcoming a table of Bill Edler, Mark Vos and Tony G, before coming from behind to defeat John Duthie heads-up.[9] He then navigated a semi-final featuring Annette Obrestad and Tony Bloom to secure his place in the final.[10] In 2012 at World Series of Poker [the poker players championship] Schwartz finished fourth for over $400,000.[11] According to High Stakes Database, Schwartz’ cash game losses stand at $775,000.
Schwartz is currently a featured blogger on Black Belt Poker. His comments, many of which divide audiences, are often cited on forums such as Two Plus Two.[citation needed]
As of 2023, his live tournament winnings exceed $1.7 million.[12]
References
[edit]- ^ "Poker Player __FullFlush1__". HighstakesDB. Retrieved 13 December 2014.
- ^ "European Poker Tour - EPT London, No Limit Hold'em". The Hendon Mob. Retrieved 19 April 2024.
- ^ "The Grosvenor World Masters, No Limit Hold'em: Hendon Mob Poker Database". The Hendon Mob. Retrieved 13 December 2014.
- ^ "__FullFlush1__: Luke Schwartz lets rip!". bluffeurope.com.
- ^ Murray, Brendan (23 January 2010). "Schwartz, Negreanu, Rousso Join Premier League Line-Up - European Poker News". Card Player. Retrieved 13 December 2014.
- ^ "PartyPoker Premier League IV | PartyPoker Premier League IV | PokerNews". www.pokernews.com. 18 February 2010. Retrieved 8 July 2017.
- ^ "Schwartz takes on Ivey, Negreanu and Hansen". Poker Listings. 1 May 2009. Retrieved 14 December 2014.
- ^ "James Akenhead Wins Full Tilt Poker Million VIII". pokerplayer.com. Archived from the original on 6 September 2012. Retrieved 7 December 2009.
- ^ "Poker Million Heat - Luke Schwartz". cardplayer.com.
- ^ "Full Tilt Poker Million VIII, Semi-Final 1". The Hendon Mob. Retrieved 19 April 2024.
- ^ "43rd World Series of Poker - WSOP 2012, The Poker Players Championship (Event #45)". The Hendon Mob. Retrieved 19 April 2024.
- ^ "Luke Schwartz's profile on The Hendon Mob". The Hendon Mob Poker Database. Retrieved 18 December 2023.