Dean Zohar
Israel
Dean Zohar is an Israeli professional poker player known for his consistent results in World Series of Poker events. With over $54,000 in live tournament earnings, his best finish came in 2013 when he placed 7th in a $1,500 No-Limit Hold'em 6-Handed event at the WSOP for $28,155.
Overview
Dean Zohar is a professional poker player from Israel who has built a solid track record in live tournaments, particularly at the World Series of Poker (WSOP). Though he competes under the name Zohar Spivack in some databases, all publicly available records point to a player with multiple WSOP cashes and a deep run in a prestigious 6-handed event.
World Series of Poker Results
Zohar's most notable performance came in 2013 during the WSOP. He entered Event #4: $1,500 No-Limit Hold'em 6-Handed and battled through a field of 1,069 players to reach the final table, ultimately finishing 7th for $28,155. This cash represents the largest of his career. That same year, he also cashed in Event #30: $1,000 No-Limit Hold'em (83rd, $3,035) and Event #58: The Little One for One Drop – $1,111 No-Limit Hold'em (127th, $3,723). In 2012, he placed 35th in WSOP Event #9: $1,500 No-Limit Hold'em (Re-entry) for $18,427.
WSOP Europe
Zohar extended his success across the Atlantic in 2015. At WSOP Europe held in Berlin, he entered Event #2: The Oktoberfest – €550 No-Limit Hold'em and finished 151st out of 2,144 entries, earning €1,314.
Tournament Statistics
Across five recorded WSOP cashes, Dean Zohar has accumulated $54,654 in total live tournament earnings. His results demonstrate a strong ability to navigate large fields, with an average cash of almost $11,000 and a best single-tournament payout of over $28,000.
Playing Style
While no direct interviews or strategy breakdowns are available, Zohar's success in the fast-paced 6-handed format suggests an aggressive, mathematically-grounded approach. His deep runs in multi-table tournaments indicate a solid grasp of tournament dynamics and patience under pressure.
Legacy
As an Israeli representative on the global poker stage, Dean Zohar leaves a mark as a consistent WSOP performer. Though not a bracelet winner, his final table appearance in a competitive 6-handed event cements his place among Israel's respected tournament grinders.
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