Gus "Great Dane" Hansen
Gus was born on February 13th, 1974 just outside of Copenhagen, Denmark and grew up playing a lot of sports, especially tennis.
Gus has always been fascinated by numbers and math. When he was introduced to backgammon, it became a challenge and he practiced intensively until he was ready to test his skills around the world.
Gus ended up in New York, touring backgammon and gin rummy clubs, and hanging out with guys like Huckleberry Seed and Phil Laak. It was during this time that Gus was introduced to various types of poker, including Stud games.
If Gus isn't playing poker, there is a good chance you can find him on the golf course, the tennis court, the squash court or playing soccer with his friends, as he finds that playing sports and working out help him maintain the physical stamina he believes is needed to be a successful poker player.
Gus also finds time in his schedule to provide poker commentary for both Danish and American television shows, and is always ready to play a high-stakes backgammon match against anybody who would like to challenge him.
Gus is currently single and resides in Monte-Carlo, Monaco where he spends a lot of time with his family.
Gus has always been fascinated by numbers and math. When he was introduced to backgammon, it became a challenge and he practiced intensively until he was ready to test his skills around the world.
Gus ended up in New York, touring backgammon and gin rummy clubs, and hanging out with guys like Huckleberry Seed and Phil Laak. It was during this time that Gus was introduced to various types of poker, including Stud games.
If Gus isn't playing poker, there is a good chance you can find him on the golf course, the tennis court, the squash court or playing soccer with his friends, as he finds that playing sports and working out help him maintain the physical stamina he believes is needed to be a successful poker player.
Gus also finds time in his schedule to provide poker commentary for both Danish and American television shows, and is always ready to play a high-stakes backgammon match against anybody who would like to challenge him.
Gus is currently single and resides in Monte-Carlo, Monaco where he spends a lot of time with his family.
The Great Dane
Gus Hansen
Gus played his first World Series of Poker in 1996 but, looking back, says he had absolutely no chance of winning, as he had never really played No-Limit Hold 'em before then. After being knocked out on the first day, Gus decided to start practicing more, testing new plays and experimenting with different styles. Experimentation and mixing-up his style has been part of Gus' game ever since.
By 1998, Gus found himself playing more poker than backgammon, and making more frequent trips to Las Vegas. When the World Poker Tour kicked off in 2002, Gus had developed a loose, aggressive style that immediately paid off, both in terms of money and recognition.
Gus Hansen
Gus won the WPT's inaugural event, the $10,000 No-Limit Hold 'em tournament at the Five Diamond World Poker Classic. Later that year, Gus took down another event, the $10,000 No-Limit Hold'em Championship at the WPT's L.A. Poker Classic.
During the WPT's second season, Gus won the invitation-only Bad Boys of Poker tournament and, in early 2004, earned his fourth WPT title at the Caribbean Adventure tournament. Gus was also in contention for another title that season, but had to settle for third place in the Bellagio Five Diamond tournament when his pocket 10s failed to hold up against his opponent's A-Q.
Gus reached yet another final table during the WPT's third season, but ended up with a third-place finish in the Bay 101 Shooting Stars tournament. All in all, those four WPT wins and five final table appearances earned Gus induction into the WPT's Walk of Fame the first year they launched it. To this day, Gus remains the only player on the WPT with four titles to his credit.
In 2005, Gus decided to play fewer tournaments in order to focus on his cash game. Still, even with the reduction in tournament play, Gus made it the final table at the Poker Invitational from Monaco and won the Grand Final of the inaugural Poker Superstars Invitational.
In 2006, Gus has been even more selective about his participation in tournaments and other events. Recently, he played in the second season of High Stakes Poker where he won the biggest pot in the show's history ($575,700) defeating Daniel Negreanu's 6 6 with his 5 5 on a board of 9 6 5 5 8.
In 2007, Gus continued to build on his growing list of tournament championships, bringing home $1,192,919 for his first-place finish in the $10,000 Aussie Millions Main Event in Melbourne, Australia. Gus added another $1.7 million in tournament winnings to his bankroll in 2008 when he finished second to fellow pro David Chiu in the WPT's World Championship at Bellagio.
When not playing tournament poker, Gus is a regular participant in the "Big Game" at the Bellagio battling it out in as many as 13 different poker games with players such as Phil Ivey, Chip Reese, Doyle Brunson, Barry Greenstein, and David Benyamine.
By 1998, Gus found himself playing more poker than backgammon, and making more frequent trips to Las Vegas. When the World Poker Tour kicked off in 2002, Gus had developed a loose, aggressive style that immediately paid off, both in terms of money and recognition.
Gus Hansen
Gus won the WPT's inaugural event, the $10,000 No-Limit Hold 'em tournament at the Five Diamond World Poker Classic. Later that year, Gus took down another event, the $10,000 No-Limit Hold'em Championship at the WPT's L.A. Poker Classic.
During the WPT's second season, Gus won the invitation-only Bad Boys of Poker tournament and, in early 2004, earned his fourth WPT title at the Caribbean Adventure tournament. Gus was also in contention for another title that season, but had to settle for third place in the Bellagio Five Diamond tournament when his pocket 10s failed to hold up against his opponent's A-Q.
Gus reached yet another final table during the WPT's third season, but ended up with a third-place finish in the Bay 101 Shooting Stars tournament. All in all, those four WPT wins and five final table appearances earned Gus induction into the WPT's Walk of Fame the first year they launched it. To this day, Gus remains the only player on the WPT with four titles to his credit.
In 2005, Gus decided to play fewer tournaments in order to focus on his cash game. Still, even with the reduction in tournament play, Gus made it the final table at the Poker Invitational from Monaco and won the Grand Final of the inaugural Poker Superstars Invitational.
In 2006, Gus has been even more selective about his participation in tournaments and other events. Recently, he played in the second season of High Stakes Poker where he won the biggest pot in the show's history ($575,700) defeating Daniel Negreanu's 6 6 with his 5 5 on a board of 9 6 5 5 8.
In 2007, Gus continued to build on his growing list of tournament championships, bringing home $1,192,919 for his first-place finish in the $10,000 Aussie Millions Main Event in Melbourne, Australia. Gus added another $1.7 million in tournament winnings to his bankroll in 2008 when he finished second to fellow pro David Chiu in the WPT's World Championship at Bellagio.
When not playing tournament poker, Gus is a regular participant in the "Big Game" at the Bellagio battling it out in as many as 13 different poker games with players such as Phil Ivey, Chip Reese, Doyle Brunson, Barry Greenstein, and David Benyamine.
Poker Superstars Interviews Gus Hansen
An interview with the Great Dane. ;)
I was born in 1974 just outside of Copenhagen, Denmark and grew up playing a lot of sports, especially tennis.
I was always fascinated by numbers and math. I was introduced to backgammon and really took to it. I practiced intensively until I was ready to test my skills around the world. I ended up in New York, touring backgammon and gin rummy clubs, and hanging out with guys like Huckleberry Seed and Phil Laak. It was during this time that I was introduced to various types of poker, including Stud games.
I played my first World Series of Poker in 1996 but, looking back, I had absolutely no chance of winning, as I had never really played No-Limit Hold 'em before then. After being knocked out on the first day, I decided to start practicing more, testing new plays and experimenting with different styles. Experimentation and mixing-up my style has been part of my game ever since.
By 1998, I found myself playing more poker than backgammon, and making more frequent trips to Las Vegas. When the World Poker Tour kicked off in 2002, I had developed a loose, aggressive style that immediately paid off, both in terms of money and recognition.
I won the WPT's inaugural event, the $10,000 No-Limit Hold 'em tournament at the Five Diamond World Poker Classic. Later that year, I took down another event, the $10,000 No-Limit Hold' em Championship at the WPT's L.A. Poker Classic.
During the WPT's second season, I won the invitation-only Bad Boys of Poker tournament and, in early 2004, earned my fourth WPT title at the Caribbean Adventure tournament. I was also in contention for another title that season, but had to settle for third place in the Bellagio Five Diamond tournament when my pocket 10s failed to hold up against my opponent's A-Q.
I reached another final table during the WPT's third season, but ended up with a third-place finish in the Bay 101 Shooting Stars tournament. All in all, those four WPT wins and five final table appearances earned me induction into the WPT's Walk of Fame the first year they launched it.
In 2005, I decided to play fewer tournaments in order to focus on my cash game. Still, even with the reduction in tournament play, I made it to the final table at the Poker Invitational in Monaco and won the Grand Final of the inaugural Poker Superstars Invitational.
I had another memorable year in 2006. First, I made television history in the second season of High Stakes Poker when I took down the show's biggest pot ever ($575,700) by defeating Daniel Negreanu's 6-6 with my 5-5 on a board of 9-6-5-5-8. Then, in September, I took first place at the London All Star Challenge, winning $100,000.
I'm having a good year so far in 2007 as well. In January, I won the Aussie Millions Main Event - the biggest tournament outside of North America - and took home my biggest prize ever, a whopping $1.2 million.
When not playing tournament poker, I am a regular participant in the "Big Game" at the Bellagio battling it out in as many as 13 different poker games with players such as Phil Ivey, Chip Reese, Doyle Brunson, Barry Greenstein, and David Benyamine.
I was always fascinated by numbers and math. I was introduced to backgammon and really took to it. I practiced intensively until I was ready to test my skills around the world. I ended up in New York, touring backgammon and gin rummy clubs, and hanging out with guys like Huckleberry Seed and Phil Laak. It was during this time that I was introduced to various types of poker, including Stud games.
I played my first World Series of Poker in 1996 but, looking back, I had absolutely no chance of winning, as I had never really played No-Limit Hold 'em before then. After being knocked out on the first day, I decided to start practicing more, testing new plays and experimenting with different styles. Experimentation and mixing-up my style has been part of my game ever since.
By 1998, I found myself playing more poker than backgammon, and making more frequent trips to Las Vegas. When the World Poker Tour kicked off in 2002, I had developed a loose, aggressive style that immediately paid off, both in terms of money and recognition.
I won the WPT's inaugural event, the $10,000 No-Limit Hold 'em tournament at the Five Diamond World Poker Classic. Later that year, I took down another event, the $10,000 No-Limit Hold' em Championship at the WPT's L.A. Poker Classic.
During the WPT's second season, I won the invitation-only Bad Boys of Poker tournament and, in early 2004, earned my fourth WPT title at the Caribbean Adventure tournament. I was also in contention for another title that season, but had to settle for third place in the Bellagio Five Diamond tournament when my pocket 10s failed to hold up against my opponent's A-Q.
I reached another final table during the WPT's third season, but ended up with a third-place finish in the Bay 101 Shooting Stars tournament. All in all, those four WPT wins and five final table appearances earned me induction into the WPT's Walk of Fame the first year they launched it.
In 2005, I decided to play fewer tournaments in order to focus on my cash game. Still, even with the reduction in tournament play, I made it to the final table at the Poker Invitational in Monaco and won the Grand Final of the inaugural Poker Superstars Invitational.
I had another memorable year in 2006. First, I made television history in the second season of High Stakes Poker when I took down the show's biggest pot ever ($575,700) by defeating Daniel Negreanu's 6-6 with my 5-5 on a board of 9-6-5-5-8. Then, in September, I took first place at the London All Star Challenge, winning $100,000.
I'm having a good year so far in 2007 as well. In January, I won the Aussie Millions Main Event - the biggest tournament outside of North America - and took home my biggest prize ever, a whopping $1.2 million.
When not playing tournament poker, I am a regular participant in the "Big Game" at the Bellagio battling it out in as many as 13 different poker games with players such as Phil Ivey, Chip Reese, Doyle Brunson, Barry Greenstein, and David Benyamine.
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Gustav Hansen (born February 13, 1974 outside Copenhagen, Denmark) is a professional Danish poker player who lives in Monaco.Full Tilt Poker: Gus Hansen In his poker career Hansen has won a record three World Poker Tour open titles, the 2007 Aussie Millions main event and was the season one winner of the Poker Superstars Invitational Tournament. Before turning to playing poker professionally in 1997, Hansen was a world class backgammon player and a youth tennis champion. He was known for being a sports enthusiast throughout his teens, competing in several indoor and outdoor sports as a succes...
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