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David Singer Poker Profile: 2-Time WSOP & H.O.R.S.E. Expert (2026)

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David Singer is a legendary American professional poker player, a two-time World Series of Poker (WSOP) bracelet winner, and one of the most respected mixed-game specialists in the world. Originally an environmental attorney from New York, Singer transitioned to professional poker in the early 2000s and quickly became a fixture at the highest levels of the game. Known for his cold-blooded strategy and mastery of H.O.R.S.E. and Seven Card Stud variants, he has maintained a elite presence on the circuit for over two decades. In 2026, he remains a consistent force in Las Vegas championship events, recently recording multiple cashes in the 2025 WSOP and preparing for a busy 2026 summer series.

Career Earnings & WSOP Milestones

As of March 2026, David Singer has amassed total live tournament earnings exceeding $4,538,900 (according to The Hendon Mob), ranking him among the top 300 players in United States history. A true “jewelry” aficionado, Singer owns two WSOP gold bracelets: his first in the 2008 $1,500 Pot-Limit Hold’em ($214,131) and his second in the 2017 $1,500 H.O.R.S.E. ($203,709). Proving his longevity, he recorded multiple cashes in the 2025 WSOP, including a deep run in the $1,500 Seven Card Stud Hi-Lo. His career is also highlighted by a massive $1,000,000 victory in the 2007 Caesars Palace Classic, contributing to an estimated poker net worth of over $5 million.

Major Tournament Results:

YearEventPrize
2007Caesars Palace Classic $10,000 NLHE (1st)$1,000,000
2008WSOP $1,500 Pot-Limit Hold’em (1st – Bracelet)$214,131
2017WSOP $1,500 H.O.R.S.E. (1st – Bracelet)$203,709
2006WSOP $50,000 H.O.R.S.E. Championship (6th)$411,840
2025WSOP $1,500 Seven Card Stud Hi-Lo 8/OB (24th)$4,882
David Singer
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Biography: From Law to the Felt

David Singer’s path to poker stardom is one of the most unique in the industry. Before turning professional, he worked as an attorney for a non-profit agency focused on environmental law, handling legal cases that helped clean the Long Island Sound of toxic materials. He made history in 2003 by becoming the first player to reach the final tables of three major tournaments in a single WSOP series, including a 9th-place finish in the Main Event. Singer is also famously recognized for his signature style, wearing silver rings on nearly every finger, a collection that has grown to over 70 pieces throughout his travels. In 2026, he remains a resident of Las Vegas , still widely regarded as one of the best H.O.R.S.E. specialists in the game.

Play Style & Mixed Game Mastery

Singer is renowned for a “disciplined, cold-blooded, and analytical” play style. While many of his peers from the early boom era struggled to adapt to the “solver” age, Singer’s foundational mastery of Limit and Mixed variants has kept him profitable for decades. He is particularly elite in Seven Card Stud and Razz, where his memory for dead cards and pot equity calculations is considered world-class. Strategically, Singer favors a low-variance approach, emphasizing patience and table selection. His 2025 and 2026 results show a continued focus on H.O.R.S.E. and Stud championships, where he remains a significant favorite over younger, No-Limit-focused professionals.

Social Media & Online Presence

Keep up with David as he prepares for the 57th Annual World Series of Poker in 2026:

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