Amir Vahedi
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| Amir Vahedi | |
|---|---|
 Vahedi at the 2006 World Series of Poker circuit event | |
| Born | 25 February 1961 Tehran, Iran |
| Died | 8 January 2010 (aged 48) |
| World Series of Poker | |
| Bracelet | 1 |
| Final tables | 4 |
| Money finishes | 9 |
| Highest WSOP Main Event finish | 6th, 2003 |
| World Poker Tour | |
| Title | None |
| Final table | None |
| Money finishes | 9 |
Amir Vahedi (25 February 1961 – 8 January 2010)[1] was an Iranian professional poker player born in Tehran, Iran.[2] who won a World Series of Poker (WSOP) bracelet at the 2003 World Series of Poker in the $1,500 No Limit Hold'em event.
World Series of Poker bracelet
In 2003, Vahedi made the final table of the Main Event of the World Series of Poker and finished sixth, earning $250,000.[3] Earlier in the series, he won his first WSOP bracelet in the $1,500 No Limit Hold'em event for $270,000.[4]
During the 2003 World Series of Poker, in reference to the natural tendency of players to tighten up on the bubble (when only a few eliminations are left to the money), Vahedi stated: "In order to live, you must be willing to die."[5]
Vahedi was also the season three champion of the Ultimate Poker Challenge.[6]
During his lifetime, Vahedi won over $3,250,000 in live tournament play.[7] His nine cashes at the WSOP account for $671,216 of those winnings.[8]
| Year | Event | Prize Money |
|---|---|---|
| 2003 | $1,500 No Limit Hold'em | $270,000 |
