Raymond Rahme

Name: Raymond Rahme
Current Residence: Johannesburg, South Africa

In an inaugural World Series of Poker moment, Raymond Rahme became the first African to appear at a Main Event final table in 2007, and the first top-five finisher when he took third and its $3 million-plus prize.

Though he isn't well known on the North American circuit, the 62-year-old pro has been sweeping tournaments in his native South Africa. Rahme has finished first and second in two major events in his backyard, not to mention a...

Trivia

Took third place and more than $3 million in winnings at the 2007 WSOP Main Event
First African to appear at a World Series of Poker Main Event final table
At 62 was the only senior at the 2007 championship final table
Is married with six children

Recent Tournament Placings

Tournament	Place	Winnings
EPT Season 4, EPT Grand Final	27th	€42,100
EPT Season 4, EPT San Remo	43rd	€9,600
2008 Special, Aussie Millions	46th	25,000 AUD
2007 WSOP, Event 55, World Championship No-Limit Texas...	3rd	$3,048,025