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Annie Duke may not have captured her 1st WSOP Bracelet until '04 but she is still one of the most feared poker players at the ring matches at The Bellagio in sin city. Annie's longawaited World Series of Poker bracelet came with a win at the "forgotten game" of Omaha hi-low.

While competitors from the "younger generation" of poker run wild after a big win at the tournament, Annie heads back home to be "mom" to her four children. Annie was born in New Hampshire into a family of poker players. If you do not believe that, observe her brother, Howard Lederer, in action who taught her how to participate in the game.

However, Mrs. Duke is no small-potatoes girl and has succeeded at her cut of demanding tables, which includes eliminating Howard a few times along the way. They're both players that have the skill to acquire the big $$$$$ and do it with a smile.

Annie is a strong competitor at any table due to the fact that she is a natural poker player, but it is a bit more than simply being strong at the game. Mrs. Duke is surprisingly smart and graduated from Columbia U where she majored in English and Psychology.

When you take a seat across from Annie at the table you know she is there to play the game and she begins "sizing" you up as soon as you approach the poker table. If you can't play like a winner, then don't bother.

Acquiring over $3 million in tournament competitions, Annie became a adviser to both the UltimateBet website and Hollywood actor Ben Affleck, who aspired to hone his talents and grow into a power at the poker table.

You might see her at the Bellagio, you'll definitely observe Annie on television and you may even participate against her in an on-line poker game, but do not anticipate an easy win. Unless you're a champion-in-the-making, you won't beat her. Although, it'd be fun to mention you played at the same table as "The Duke".