Tony Hachem
Tony Hachem is a professional poker player who is based in Melbourne, Australia. At the current time of writing, it may be true to say that Tony may be best known as the brother of professional poker player and the World Series of Poker (WSOP) bracelet winner Joe Hachem. However, this may all change in the future as Tony Hachem has been busy making his own name in the exciting world of poker. Tony Hachem worked in various jobs in Australia before becoming aware of the opportunities within the poker arena. He showed an interest in card gaming and would make appearances at his brother's card games at home. This was before he became a professional poker player. In 2003, Tony began playing poker in Australia at the Crown Casino in Melbourne. However, it was his brother, Joe's WSOP win in 2005 that seemed to provide him with the motivation to continue working for success on the global poker scene.
Tony Hachem: Poker Career Highlights
Although Tony may seem to presently be in the shadow of his bother as far as poker goes, it appears that he will make a name for himself and that his major poker titles are yet to be won. This does not appear to bother Tony and after all, there is probably enough room for both the brothers in international poker circles.In 2007, Tony reached the final table at the Venetian Deep Stack Extravaganza II tournament. He came in 5th place at this event he won $22,002.
Also in 2007, Tony managed to make his mark and a cash win at the WSOP. He earned prize winnings of $20,320 at the WSOP $10,000 Championship Main Event.
In 2008, Tony won $42,102 at the New Zealand Poker Championship Main Event. In 2008, he made additional cash winnings at the WSOP $5,000 No Limit Hold'Em event where he won $14,377.
