Peter Jepsen joins Betfair Pokers New Breed
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Danish poker professional Peter Jepsen has signed an exclusive sponsorship deal with Betfair Poker. The Danish internet and tournament specialist joins the “New Breed” at Betfair Poker which includes the likes of Annette Obrestad , Sorel Mizzi and John Tabatabai.
The Dane won the 2007 European Poker Tour (EPT) Warsaw event and came third in the 2006 Caribbean Poker Classic. Not to mention his substantial online winning amounting to millions of dollars. He was also involved in the largest online poker hand in history (4th Sept 2008) against Tom "durrrr" Dwan when he took down a massive $499k in under one minute.
Jepsen commented "I am looking forward to starting my sponsorship with Betfair Poker. They have been really welcoming and I already feel part of the team. It’s given me new impetus to go out and get a big win under my belt.” “I am also looking to play some high stakes cash games on Betfair Poker against the other pros and players."
Bruce Stubbs Head of Betfair Poker "When we are looking for new players we look for young, successful online players who have the ability to perform well at offline tournaments. We now have four of the best multi-disciplined sponsored players in the industry and am confident that Peter will feel right at home on the Betfair Poker tables" he commented.
Betfair as the official sponsor of the World Series of Poker Europe (WSOPE) have spotted the talents of Danish Poker Players. Two of the four bracelets on offer at the 2008 WSOPE were won by Danish players - Theo Jorgensen & Jesper Hougaard.
Tournament Statistics for Peter Jepsen
- All Time Prize Money: $593,865
- 2008: $13,185
- 2007: $415,679
- 2006: $165,000
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