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American poker player
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John Lukas is an American poker player who has won two bracelets at the World Series of Poker.
He won his first bracelet in 1983, in the $1,000 Limit Razz event, earning $43,000.Lukas won his second bracelet in 1985, in the $1,000 Limit Seven Card Stud Hi-Lo event, earning $74,500.
Since his victories at the WSOP, he has cashed in numerous poker tournaments, as well as playing in cash games.Lukas came close to winning a third WSOP bracelet in 2005, when he finished as runner-up to Pat Poels in the $1,500 Limit Omaha Hi-Low Split 8 or Better event.He also cashed in this event in the 2008 World Series of Poker.
As of 2023, Lukas's tournament earnings exceed $320,000.
World Series of Poker Bracelets
| Year | Tournament | Prize (US$) |
|---|---|---|
| 1983 | $1,000 Limit Razz | $43,000 |
| 1985 | $1,000 Limit Seven Card Stud Hi-Lo | $74,500 |