We're trying to improve Conversations.
Please take a brief survey and help us out.

The $40,000 and bracelet virgins

By Gary Wise
ESPN.com

Friday, May 29, 2009

LAS VEGAS -- Some stories tell themselves. We all know Chris Moneymaker as the man who came to represent the dream of instant wealth for the everyman. Moneymaker's 2003 World Series of Poker championship was broadcast to the world on ESPN and convinced the viewers that they -- like the charismatic, relatable 28-year-old accountant they saw on their screens -- could win millions of dollars, run through poker's best players and be champion of the world. In the time since, Moneymaker's legacy has ...

Read full story | Create Your Profile

Activate your ESPN Profile!

Sort comments by: Most Recent | First Posted

Comments that include profanity, or personal attacks, or antisocial behavior such as "spamming" or "trolling," or other inappropriate comments or material will be removed from the site. We will take steps to block users who violate any of our terms of use. You are fully responsible for the content that you post.


Conversations in Real-Time

CONTESTS & PROMOTIONS

ESPN Fantasy Salary Cap
Create your own fantasy game day living room and win BIG!
Heisman Vote 2009
Vote for the next Heisman winner and enter for a chance to win a trip to the awards show. Mor
Engineered to Win Challenge
Test your football smarts by playing NFL trivia and enter each week for a chance to win a 2010 GMC Sierra.