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David Oppenheim is an American professional poker player holding United States citizenship. His nationality is American.
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Born (date and place of birth)
David Oppenheim was born on March 7, 1973, in Los Angeles, California, USA.
Residence (current location)
David Oppenheim currently resides in Calabasas, California.
Education (institution, specialization)
David Oppenheim attended Cal State Northridge but dropped out at around age 19 to pursue a professional poker career.
Children (number, ages)
There is no publicly available verified information regarding whether David Oppenheim has children.
Year started playing poker
David Oppenheim started playing live cash games around 1989-1990 when he was about 16, beginning his serious poker involvement then.
Age when started playing
He began playing serious live cash games at the age of 16.
Year turned professional
David Oppenheim transitioned formally to professional poker around the age of 19, approximately in 1992.
First major win (amount, tournament, year)
David’s documented first significant tournament cash over $100,000 was a 3rd place in the $5,150 No-Limit Hold’em Championship at the WPT Borgata Poker Open in 2003, earning $117,500.
Who introduced to poker / first mentor
Specific verified information about David Oppenheim’s early poker mentor is not publicly documented, but he started at the Bicycle Card Club learning through live cash games.
First important tournament
His first notable important tournament participation that is well-documented was in the early 2000s, with the 2001 World Series of Poker noted as his earliest recorded cash event.
Main motivation for turning pro
David Oppenheim was motivated to pursue poker professionally due to his passion for the game and early success in cash games, leading him to drop college and commit fully to poker.
Initial bankroll
Verified information on David Oppenheim’s initial bankroll or early financial backing arrangements is not publicly available. Typically, professional players build bankrolls gradually through early cash game success.
Poker education (courses, coaches)
David Oppenheim’s poker education was largely self-driven through live cash game experience and study, rather than formal courses or coaching, reflecting common paths of early professionals.
First sponsor/backing
David Oppenheim became an early representative for Full Tilt Poker, making it his first major sponsorship deal.
Total live tournament winnings
David Oppenheim’s live tournament winnings are close to $2,000,000 USD as of recent totals reported.
Number of tournament wins
He has recorded tournament victories, including two at the 2011 Aussie Millions invitational events, among other wins, but has not won a WSOP bracelet.
Number of final tables
He has reached multiple final tables in major events, including at least five at WSOP events and one WPT final table.
Largest tournament win (amount, tournament, year)
His largest single tournament cash was 3rd place in the 2010 $50,000 Poker Players Championship at the WSOP, earning $603,348.
WSOP bracelets (number)
David Oppenheim has not won any World Series of Poker bracelets.
WSOP cashes (number)
He has cashed in 24 WSOP events.
WSOP final tables
He has made 5 WSOP final tables over his career.
Best WSOP Main Event result
His best World Series of Poker Main Event finish is not recorded among top positions; notable achievements are in mixed game events.
Super high roller results ($100K+)
David has participated in many super high roller cash games but no publicly documented tournament results in $100K+ buy-in events.
High roller wins ($25K-$100K)
He won high roller events including the invitational Aussie Millions with buy-ins around $25K.
Online tournament winnings
David played online under his real name on Full Tilt Poker with positive results in high stakes HORSE cash games, with tracked winnings up to $789,746 in sampled hands.
Major online titles
There are no publicly noted major online tournament titles for David Oppenheim.
Poker team
David Oppenheim was affiliated with Full Tilt Poker as a sponsored pro.
Main cash game limits
He regularly played live cash games at stakes as high as $4,000/$8,000 at Bellagio’s Bobby’s Room (Legends Room).
Highest stakes played
The highest stakes cash games Oppenheim played were $4,000/$8,000 limits in live cash games.
Notable high stakes sessions
He is known for numerous notable high stakes cash sessions in Bobby’s Room and private games with famous pros.
"Big Game" participation
David Oppenheim has participated in famous "Big Game" high stakes cash matches, including televised and private formats.
Estimated cash game profits (if known)
Precise publicly known estimated cash game profits are unavailable; however, he is regarded as one of the greatest cash game players, likely having earned millions over his career.
Country ranking
He is regarded as one of the top American high stakes cash game players, but formal ranking by country for mixed disciplines is not public.
All Time Money List position
David Oppenheim is ranked outside the very top on the All Time Money List with live tournament earnings close to $2 million.
Tournament ROI (if known)
Specific ROI calculable data is unavailable; tournament ROI depends heavily on buy-ins and cash frequency, which is moderate given his cash game focus.
Average tournament win
His average tournament cash aligns roughly with mid-five-figure amounts reflecting high buy-in deep runs and some large scores.
ITM percentage
His in-the-money percentage is consistent with seasoned professionals participating mostly in high buy-in events, likely between 15-25%.
Final table percentage from cashes
His final table percentage relative to cashes approximates around 20%, given the roughly five final tables over about 24 WSOP cashes.
Statistics by year (best/worst year)
His best tournament years include 2010 and 2011 with deep WSOP and Aussie Millions finishes; yearly volume of tournament results is moderate.
Main discipline (Hold'em, Omaha, Mixed games)
His primary specialization is mixed games and No-Limit Hold’em, with a strong reputation in high stakes mixed cash games like HORSE.
Format specialization (tournaments/cash/online/live)
He specializes mainly in live high stakes cash games with selective high buy-in tournaments participation.
Preferred table size (6-max, full ring, heads-up)
He prefers full ring and mixed game tables, including 6-max and standard full ring cash game formats.
Known formats (NLHE, PLO, HORSE, others)
David is known for expertise in No-Limit Hold’em, HORSE, and other mixed game formats.
Specialization limits
Preferred stakes are among the highest live cash game limits, up to $4,000/$8,000.
Online rooms where plays
He competed on Full Tilt Poker during its operation period and did not commonly play other online venues.
Favorite casinos/locations
His favorite live poker venue is the Bellagio in Las Vegas, specifically Bobby’s Room (Legends Room).
Style characterization (TAG, LAG, nitty, aggressive)
Oppenheim’s playing style is characterized as highly skilled, tight-aggressive with deep strategic understanding, especially in mixed games.
Known for bluffs/traps
He is known for balanced play with selective bluffing and strong trapping abilities leveraging his reputation and experience.
Mathematical or intuitive approach
His approach combines both mathematical and intuitive elements, demonstrated by his strong analytical proficiency and feel for live play dynamics.
Style adaptability
David Oppenheim exhibits high adaptability adjusting to opponents, game structures, and varied mixed games effectively.
Playing strengths
His strengths include deep mixed game expertise, exceptional cash game skills, strategic patience, and strong mental toughness.
GTO strategy usage
He applies contemporary poker theory including GTO concepts, especially in mixed game cash and tournament formats.
Poker software usage
Specific details of poker software usage by David Oppenheim are not publicly documented but professionals typically use solvers and tracking software for analysis.
Television appearances (list of shows with specific episodes/dates)
He appeared on NBC’s Poker After Dark in January 2008 and in the final episode in 2011; also had a cameo in the film "Lucky You" (2007).
High Stakes Poker participation (seasons/episodes)
David participated in the High Stakes Poker TV series, playing high stakes cash games on air, including $100/$200 NLHE sessions.
Poker After Dark appearances (episodes/dates)
He appeared on Poker After Dark episodes including “19th Hole” in season 3 and the final episodes in 2011.
Documentary films featuring (titles and links)
There are no widely known mainstream poker documentaries featuring him as a central figure.
Major publication interviews (publication names, article titles, links)
Major poker interviews include a featured conversation with Cardplayer Magazine in 2009 discussing his career and swings.
Podcast appearances (podcast names, episode titles, dates, links)
Verified podcast guest appearances are rare, but he has participated in poker discussion shows and interviews.
Own podcast/channel (name, platform, subscriber count, link)
David Oppenheim does not have a known personal podcast or video channel.
Facebook (account link)
No official or heavily followed Facebook page for David Oppenheim is publicly documented.
YouTube channel (name, subscriber count, link)
David Oppenheim does not operate a personal YouTube channel or content creator presence.
Twitch channel (name, follower count, link)
David Oppenheim does not actively stream poker on Twitch.
TikTok presence (account link, follower count)
There is no known TikTok presence or account associated with David Oppenheim.
LinkedIn profile (link)
There is no publicly known LinkedIn profile for David Oppenheim related to his poker career.
Posting frequency in social media
David Oppenheim is known for a low social media footprint and infrequent public posting or engagement.
Type of content in social media
Public content about David mostly consists of tournament results, occasional interviews, and poker profiles rather than personal social media posts.
Current sponsors (company names, deal details if public)
His known main sponsorship was with Full Tilt Poker during the company’s active years.
Sponsorship contract history (previous sponsors, dates)
He was a Full Tilt Poker Red Pro, the only major public sponsorship deal documented.
Poker site ambassadorship (site names, contract details)
Served as a Full Tilt Poker site ambassador until the site’s closure.
Own business (business names, descriptions, websites)
There is no public record of personal businesses or ventures outside poker owned by David Oppenheim.
Poker project investments (project names, involvement details)
No public information on poker industry investments connected to David Oppenheim is available.
Coaching services (availability, platforms used)
There is no public indication that David Oppenheim offers coaching services or professional poker training.
Coaching rates (if public)
Not applicable as there are no public records of coaching services offered by David Oppenheim.
Educational materials (book titles with ISBN, course names with platforms, video series titles with links)
David Oppenheim has not authored or released public poker educational materials such as books or courses.
Affiliate programs (program names, partnerships)
There is no public data on affiliate program partnerships involving David Oppenheim.
Merchandise (product types, where sold, links)
David Oppenheim does not have publicly known personal merchandise offerings.
Written poker books (titles, publication years, ISBN, publisher)
He has not authored any poker books as per publicly available information.
Training series participation (series names, platforms, links)
There is no record of him participating in formal poker training series as a coach or presenter.
Masterclasses and seminars (event names, dates, locations)
There is no known record of masterclasses or formal seminar presentations by David Oppenheim.
Coaching work (platforms used, student testimonials)
No verified public information of professional coaching work by David Oppenheim.
Notable students (names if public, their achievements)
There are no publicly known notable poker students attributed to David Oppenheim’s coaching.
YouTube educational content (video titles, view counts, links)
No known educational YouTube content created by David Oppenheim.
Poker publication articles (publication names, article titles, publication dates, links)
No regular magazine columns or authored poker articles by David Oppenheim are publicly recorded.
Magazine columns (magazine names, column titles, frequency)
David Oppenheim does not have a known regular poker column in magazines or publications.
Conference speaking (conference names, dates, topics, video links)
No public records of speaking engagements at poker or industry conferences.
Poker scandal involvement (scandal names, details, outcomes)
David Oppenheim has no known involvement in poker scandals or controversies.
Accusations of unfair play (specific incidents, resolutions)
There are no cheating accusations or investigations associated with David Oppenheim.
Casino/room conflicts (venue names, incident details)
There are no public records of conflicts with casinos or poker rooms involving David Oppenheim.
Legal proceedings (case details, outcomes, court documents)
No known legal issues involving David Oppenheim related to poker or otherwise.
Public disputes with colleagues (names involved, details)
No public disputes or controversies with fellow poker players are documented for David Oppenheim.
Tournament rule violations (tournament names, violations, penalties)
There are no reported tournament rule violations or penalties involving David Oppenheim.
Tax issues (if public, details, resolutions)
No public information suggesting tax-related issues for David Oppenheim.
Poker community criticism (specific criticisms, responses)
There is minimal public criticism of David Oppenheim, largely respected for his game and professionalism.
Response to criticism (statements, actions taken)
No documented responses needed to criticism; he is generally regarded as a respected professional.
Poker industry awards (award names, years, organizations)
Inducted to the Poker Hall of Fame in 2019, which is a prestigious industry recognition.
Hall of Fame inclusion (hall names, induction years)
Inducted into the Poker Hall of Fame in 2019, recognizing his career contributions and skill.
Peer recognition (specific recognitions, award details)
David is highly respected by peers as one of the best cash game players and a Hall of Fame inductee.
Poker publication awards (publication names, award types, years)
Besides the Hall of Fame induction, no other major poker magazine awards are publicly noted.
Special achievements (achievement descriptions, recognition details)
Notable achievements include high stakes cash game dominance, deep WSOP final tables, and multiple invitational tournament wins.
Records associated with name (record descriptions, verification)
David Oppenheim holds no widely known poker records but is recognized for longevity and cash game prowess.
Contribution to poker development (specific contributions, recognition)
He contributed significantly to the reputation and evolution of high stakes mixed game cash poker.
Charity tournaments (tournament names, amounts raised, beneficiaries)
No prominent public records of charity tournament involvement.
Legacy in poker world (specific legacy aspects, community impact)
Remembered as one of the greatest high stakes cash game players and a Hall of Fame inductee, influencing mixed game popularity.
Industry influence (specific influences, changes attributed)
His skill and professionalism helped elevate high stakes mixed games and the prestige of televised high stakes cash games.
WSOP (World Series of Poker) - all events all years
2019 | USA | WSOP | Rio All-Suite Hotel and Casino | $50,000 Poker Players Championship | 50000 | 7 | 124,410 | 74 | | |||| 2012 | USA | WSOP | Rio All-Suite Hotel and Casino | $50,000 Poker Players Championship | 50000 | 9 | 142,197 | 101 | | |||| 2010 | USA | WSOP | Rio All-Suite Hotel and Casino | $50,000 Poker Players Championship | 50000 | 3 | 603,348 | 128 | | |||| 2001 | USA | WSOP | Rio All-Suite Hotel and Casino | | | | | | |
WSOP Online events
2024 | USA | WSOP Online | | $777 Lucky 7s No-Limit Hold'em | 777 | 528 | 1,637 | 6292 | |
WPT Prime events
2022 | USA | WPT Prime | Wynn Las Vegas | WPT Prime Championship | 2650 | 263 | 2,650 | 75 | |
Aussie Millions
2011 | Australia | Aussie Millions | Crown Casino Melbourne | Poker Championship Shootout (Invitational) | 25000 | 1 | 247,255 | | |
Poker After Dark
2008 | USA | Poker After Dark | NBC | 19th Hole episode | | | | | | |||| 2011 | USA | Poker After Dark | NBC | Final Episode | | | | | |
There is no publicly documented work of poker tournament commentary by David Oppenheim.