About Luis Velador
Born 1964. Luis Velador is a Mexican poker player.
José-Luis Velador (born in Jalisco, Mexico) is a Mexican-American professional poker player from Corona, California, who is a two-time World Series of Poker bracelet winner. He won his first bracelet at the 2008 World Series of Poker beating Chris Signore in the $1,500 No-Limit Hold'em event. Two years later at the 2010 World Series of Poker, he won his second bracelet after defeating David Chiu heads-up in the $2,500 Pot Limit Hold'em/Omaha event.
As of 2018, his total live tournament winnings exceed $2,150,000.
World Series of Poker bracelets
Year Event Prize Money 2008 $1,500 No-Limit Hold'em $574,7342010 $2,500 Pot Limit Hold'em/Omaha $260,552
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Who is Luis Velador?
Mexican poker player
When was Luis Velador born?
Luis Velador was born in 1964 in Jalisco.
What is Luis Velador's occupation?
Luis Velador is a poker player.
What nationality is Luis Velador?
Luis Velador is Mexican.
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