Isaac Haxton
American Isaac Haxton is a prominent professional poker player who has earned $48 million in live tournament earnings. His name has become synonymous with success in high roller games, where he has repeatedly won millions of dollars. Haxton has joined the elite of the world poker scene, regularly making the final tables of prestigious tournaments.
Main Information
The online high roller is known for brilliant victories in prestigious events with 6- and 7-figure prizes. In terms of total earnings, he is among the top most successful poker players in the world.
- Nickname: “Ike”, “luvtheWNBA” (PokerStars), “philivey2694” (Full Tilt), Ike_Haxton (PartyPoker);
- Nationality: American;
- Residence: Las Vegas, Nevada, USA;
- Born: September 21, 1985;
- Age: 39;
- Last Results: win in PGT PLO Series II $15,100 Progressive Bounty (October 2024) for $383,740, 1st place in Poker Masters Event #6: $15,100 No-Limit Hold’em for $352,800 (September 2024).
Isaac Haxton Biography
Isaac Haxton was born on September 21, 1985 in Syracuse, New York. Since childhood, he showed an affinity for intellectual games. His father was a professor of English literature and his mother was a psychiatrist. The home was always an atmosphere that encouraged analyzing and developing strategic skills.
At the age of four, Isaac became interested in chess, and by ten he had mastered Magic: The Gathering. Soon he began participating in regional tournaments, demonstrating his ability to quickly analyze stats and make well-considered decisions.
After graduating from high school, Haxton enrolled at Brown University to study computer science. His studies were put on the back burner when he was introduced to poker. Isaac soon discovered that skills from chess and Magic: The Gathering could help him succeed in the online game. Poker captured the student’s attention so much that he decided to interrupt his studies and devote himself fully to the game.
Poker Career
At the age of 18, the poker player first tried his hand at live poker at Turning Stone Casino in Verona, New York, starting with $3/$6 limit games. He soon moved to online poker, starting with a $50 deposit on the Ultimate Bet platform.
By 2007, Haxton had made a name for himself as a serious competitor in multi-table tournaments. He finished runner-up in the WPT Championship Event for $861,789. This achievement was a ticket to the biggest tournaments in the world.
In 2018, Isaac had one of his biggest successes, winning the Super High Roller Bowl V and earning $3,672,000. Five years later, he won the $50,000 PokerGO Cup final table in a tournament for $598,000.
At the PokerStars Caribbean Adventure 2023, he earned two more big wins in $100,000 events for a total of over $2.5 million. In June 2023, Haxton won his first WSOP bracelet in the $25,000 High Roller No-Limit Hold’em event for $1,698,215.
Achievements in 2023 brought the poker player the highest earnings of any poker player for the year, totaling more than $16 million. By May 2024, his cumulative live tournament winnings exceeded $48 million.
Live Poker Achievements
Haxton has repeatedly demonstrated proficiency in live events, winning prizes:
- December 2018. Winning the Super High Roller Bowl V with a prize of $3,672,000.
- January 2023. 1st place in the PokerGO Cup $50,000 No-Limit Hold’em final event for $598,000.
- January 2023. Triumphed in the Super High Roller at the PokerStars Caribbean Adventure for $1,082,230.
- June 2023. Winning his first WSOP bracelet in the $25,000 High Roller No-Limit Hold’em event for $1,698,215.
- September 2024. Winning Poker Masters Event #6: $15,100 No-Limit Hold’em for $352,800.
Online Poker Achievements
The American has achieved equally impressive results in online play by competing in major tournaments:
- 2007. Second place in the WCOOP Main Event at PokerStars for $861,789.
- 2014. Winning the Super High Roller tournament at Full Tilt with a $1,300,000 guarantee.
- 2020: First place in a High Roller tournament on GGPoker for $500,000.
Professional achievements confirm Haxton’s status as one of the leading players in poker, whose successes and accomplishments inspire fans and inspire envy among his peers.
Top Five Career Cashes
In 20 years of playing poker, Isaac Haxton has earned respect on the world stage. His five biggest prize winnings are clear proof of that:
| Tournament | Year | Place | Winning |
|---|---|---|---|
| Super High Roller Bowl V | 2018 | Las Vegas, USA | $3,672,000 |
| Super High Roller Bowl | 2023 | Las Vegas, USA | $2,760,000 |
| PCA $100,000 Super High Roller | 2023 | Bahamas | $1,082,230 |
| WSOP $25,000 High Roller No-Limit | 2023 | Las Vegas, USA | $1,698,215 |
| PokerStars Caribbean Adventure | 2023 | Bahamas | $1,500,000 |
Isaac Haxton Socials
The American player shares life details and poker musings with fans via socials. He posts updates on tournaments, shares tips and personal life events:
| Social network | Link to profile |
|---|---|
| https://x.com/ikepoker | |
| https://www.instagram.com/ikepoker/ | |
| YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/user/IkeHaxton |
FAQ
Is Isaac Haxton good at poker?
Isaac Haxton is one of the most successful and famous poker players in the world. Thanks to his analytical approach and impressive statistics, he has become one of the top players, setting a world record for live event earnings.
How old is Isaac Haxton?
Haxton was born on September 21, 1985 and is 38 years old.
Does Isaac Haxton still play poker?
Yes, he plays poker, competing in major international tournaments – the Super High Roller Bowl and the World Series of Poker – in which he regularly wins prizes.
What is the longest poker session Isaac Haxton has played?
Longest poker session lasted over 30 hours.
What is Haxton’s Nickname?
The main nicknames are “philivey2694” (Full Tilt), “Ike”, “luvtheWNBA” (PokerStars) and “Ike_Haxton” (PartyPoker).
What is Haxton’s net worth?
Net worth is estimated to be around $25 million, taking into account total poker earnings and winnings in live and online tournaments.