Sailor Roberts
| Sailor Roberts | |
|---|---|
 Sailor Roberts (center) at the 1979 World Series of Poker | |
| Nickname(s) | Sailor |
| Born | March 7, 1931 |
| Died | June 23, 1995 (aged 64) |
| World Series of Poker | |
| Bracelet(s) | 2 |
| Money finish(es) | 3 |
| Highest ITM Main Event finish | Winner, 1975 |
Bryan W. "Sailor" Roberts (March 7, 1931 – June 23, 1995)[1] was an American professional poker player.
Before becoming a poker professional, Roberts was a rounder and traveled the country looking for games with Doyle Brunson and Amarillo Slim.[2] In addition to his career as a poker player, he was also a renowned contract bridge player.[3]
Roberts' first WSOP bracelet was won at the 1974 World Series of Poker in the $5,000 Deuce to Seven Draw event.[2] He won the 1975 World Series of Poker (WSOP) main event, gaining his second WSOP bracelet and $210,000.[4]
Roberts earned his nickname "Sailor" for having served in the United States Navy during the Korean War.[2]
Roberts died from cirrhosis caused by hepatitis.[2]
He was posthumously inducted into the Poker Hall of Fame in 2012.
World Series of Poker bracelets
| Year | Tournament | Prize (US$) |
|---|---|---|
| 1974 | $5,000 No Limit Deuce to Seven Draw | $35,850 |
| 1975 | $10,000 No Limit Hold'em World Championship | $210,000 |
References
- ↑ "Bryan W Roberts". Social Security Death Index. Retrieved 2009-07-31.
Bryan W Roberts 07 Mar 1931 Jun 23 1995 97223 (Portland, Washington, OR) (none specified) 543-32-2048 Oregon
- 1 2 3 4 Sailor Roberts: Poker Pioneer. Famous Poker Players.
- ↑ World Series of Poker: A Retrospective - Early Player Bios. Center for Gaming Research.
- ↑ “Sailor” Roberts celebrates his triumph at poker table. Ellensburg Daily Record. May 19, 1975.