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Howard Lederer grew up in a family of 5 where he loved gambling on various card games when he was young. He discovered himself becoming really aggressive in these card games while competing against his father. After graduating from Sr. High school, Howard decided to place higher education on hold for a little while and moved away to New York City to compete in some big-time chess. While participating in chess, he was introduced to a poker game taking place in the rear of the room. Howard’s first two years were difficult as he played many hours and fail to win most times. He earned some extra money by becoming an assistant for the poker enthusiasts. He theorized he possibly could better his game by analyzing his life outside of poker. He brought about an effort to get more sleep and focus attention more on the game.

The real advancement in his abilities began when he started betting at the Mayfair Club in New York City. The Mayfair was a bridge and backgammon club where the greatest gamblers would often play against each other. Howard had access into a number of the best minds in chess. With their assistance, he would hone his logical thinking skills. He used these strategic concepts in the game of No-Limit texas hold’em.

Howard also assisted his sister Annie Duke learn poker. Annie Duke was a great student of the game as she constantly asked questions about how to make the proper choice. Howard Lederer told Annie to head out to Vegas and compete in the World Series of Poker competition. Annie Duke is one of the greatest female players the poker world ever. Howard moved to Sin City in Nineteen Ninety Three and competed in money games for the following 10 years. When the WPT grew in popularity, he made the decision to compete in more tournaments.