Lee Watkinson
| Name | Lee Watkinson |
| Nickname | Sandwich |
| Nationality | American |
| Age | 58 |
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Lee “Sandwich” Watkinson, born in October 18th, 1966, is an American professional poker player from Tacoma, Washington State, with over $4.3 million in live tournament earnings. His best live cash of $655,746 came when he secured his first bracelet at the 37th WSOP in July 2006. In addition, Watkinson previously host the Save Captive Chips charity tournament on now-defunct Full Tilt Poker in 2008.
Lee Watkinson: Early Life
Lee Watkinson, born in 1966 in Cheney, Washington, embarked on his poker career at the age of seventeen in Las Vegas. He began playing seriously around 2004, quickly establishing himself in the poker world.
Watkinson attended Eastern Washington University, where he earned a degree in economics. During his time in college, he was actively involved in wrestling, which sparked his interest in strategic thinking. He continued to engage in wrestling until a few years ago. In addition to wrestling, Watkinson has dedicated significant time to surfing. This sport has helped him develop a sense of balance in an ever-changing environment.
Lee Watkinson: Live Tournament Participation
Lee Watkinson recorded his first live cash in February 1994 when he placed 10th in the $500 + $30 Limit Hold’em event at the LA Poker Classic III in Los Angeles, earning $1,224.
Years after, in July, he also placed 2nd in the $10,000 + $200 No Limit Hold’em Final Day at the Mirage Poker Showdown in Las Vegas, where he earned $513,038.
In August 2004, Watkinson achieved notable success by finishing 2nd in the $5,000 + $150 No Limit Hold’em Championship Final Day at the Legends of Poker in Los Angeles, securing $578,375.
Watkinson reached a major milestone in July 2006 when he won the $10,000 Pot Limit Omaha event at the 37th World Series of Poker (WSOP) in Las Vegas. This victory earned him $655,746 and a WSOP bracelet.
In July 2007, he continued his strong performance by finishing 8th in the $10,000 World Championship No Limit Hold’em at the 38th WSOP in Las Vegas, collecting $585,699.
Watkinson’s success continued into January 2008, when he placed 5th in the $9,700 + $300 No Limit Hold’em Championship Event at the World Poker Tour Borgata Winter Open in Atlantic City, earning $282,779.
Most recently, in July 2022, he competed in the $1,500 Mixed No Limit Hold’em/Pot Limit Omaha – 8-Handed Event #77 at the 53rd WSOP in Las Vegas. He finished 92nd and cashed $3,238.
Conclusion
Lee “Sandwich” Watkinson has solidified his reputation as a formidable poker player with a career spanning several decades and over $4.3 million in live tournament earnings. His strategic prowess and consistent performance, highlighted by his 2006 WSOP bracelet win and notable finishes in major tournaments, reflect his deep understanding of the game. Watkinson’s blend of athletic discipline and analytical skills continues to influence his approach to poker, maintaining his status as a respected figure in the poker community.
