Arthur Azen

Arthur Azen is an American professional poker player from Staten Island, New York, with total live tournament earnings of $393,826. His best live cash of $55,387 came from a 15th-place finish at the WPT Borgata Winter Open in Atlantic City in January 2007.

Arthur Azen: Live Tournament Participation

Arthur Azen recorded his first live cash in October 2004. He placed 16th in the $10,000 NLH Main Event at the 2004 United States Poker Championship in Atlantic City. He earned $23,581 for his finish.

In January 2005, Azen placed 10th in the $10,000 Championship Event at the WSOP Circuit in Atlantic City, earning $33,117.

In June 2005, Azen finished 9th in the $5,000 Short-Handed NLH event. He cashed $31,125 at the 36th WSOP in Las Vegas.

In December 2006, Azen placed 3rd in the $5,150 NLH Championship Event. He earned $43,800 at the Trump Classic in Atlantic City.

His best live cash came in January 2007. Azen placed 15th in the $10,000 WPT Championship Event in Atlantic City. There, he earned $55,387.

In January 2022, Azen finished 87th in the $3,500 NLH event at the 2022 WPT Lucky Hearts Poker Open in Hollywood, earning $10,215.

In a recent appearance in July 2023, Azen placed 59th in the $560 NLH event at the Rivers Philadelphia Mega Rush, earning $898.

Azen Pleads Guilty in 2013 New York Gambling Ring Case

Arthur Azen pleaded guilty to money laundering conspiracy and extortionate credit collection for his role in a high-stakes gambling ring in New York City in 2013. Moreover, prosecutors revealed that Azen had hired mixed martial arts fighters to intimidate debtors, including one poker player who owed him $35,000.

The FBI intervened due to concerns for the player’s safety. Azen’s involvement included ensuring debts were collected from participants in illegal poker games and a connected sportsbook. This attracted wealthy clientele, including celebrities and Wall Street figures.