Mike Wilson (poker player)
Mike "The Foot" Wilson (born June 30, 1951) is a poker player who plays poker with only one limb, having been born without arms and a left leg. He was previously a stockbroker for over 30 years.
Early life
As a child growing up with seven siblings, he found many ways to enjoy life, such as fishing, playing cards, and table tennis with his brothers and sisters. He aspired to be a professional poker player. As a child, he loved sports, and he has been a high school football statistician, as well as a basketball, baseball, and wrestling announcer. He graduated from the University of British Columbia with a degree in math.
Poker career
Wilson is an expert bridge player and backgammon player. He has represented Canada and his Province of British Columbia in many bridge tournaments. He has featured in tournaments such as the 2008 WSOP at the Rio All Suite Hotel and Casino and the 2006 WSOP. He entered the 2006 WSOP after winning a $10,000 seat buy-in fee on Partypoker.com.
References
- Mike Wilson at Pokerati.com
- Sexton's Corner, Vol. 51: Mike "The Foot" Wilson -- The Essence of Courage
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