André Akkari (born 28 December 1974) is a Brazilian professional
poker
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player. He is a member of Team PokerStars Pro Brazil and is the winner of the
2011 World Series of Poker
The 2011 World Series of Poker was the 42nd annual World Series of Poker (WSOP). The WSOP is the most prestigious poker tournament in the world with the winner of the Main Event considered to be the World Champion. It was held at the Rio All Suit ...
$1,500 No-Limit Hold'em event.
He is the co-owner of
Furia Esports, a
Brazilian
esports
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team.
World Series of Poker bracelets
As of 2015, his total live tournament winnings exceed $1,400,000.
References
External links
Official WebsiteAndre Akkari InterviewCard Player profileGlobal Poker Index profileHendon Mob profilePokerNews profileWPT profileWSOP profile
Living people
World Series of Poker bracelet winners
Brazilian poker players
1974 births
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