José Barbero
| José Barbero | |
|---|---|
 | |
| Demographics | |
| Nickname | Nacho |
| Born | February 15, 1982 |
| Residence | Campana, Argentina |
| Nationality |
 Argentine |
| Professional Career | |
| Pro Tour debut | Worlds 2000 |
| Top Finishes | 1 (0 wins) |
| GP top 8s | 6 (2 wins) |
| Median Pro Tour Finish | 124 |
| PTs Played | 30 |
| Lifetime Pro Points | 136 (as of 2018-08-14) |
José Ignacio Barbero is a former Argentine professional Magic player. He later became a successful and famous poker player.
Career
The South American Magic community burst onto the professional scene in 2001, placing several players in the Top 8 of premier events. José Barbero emerged as the strongest and most consistent player from that continent, finishing in the Top 8 of Pro Tour Yokohama in 2003[1] and winning Grand Prix Porto Alegre in 2005. While living in France for a time, Barbero forged friendships with many of that country’s top players and remained part of the elite French playtesting network.[2]
One of his friends, Gabriel Nassif, suggested he try online poker and gave him access to his $850 PartyPoker account. The young and gambling Nacho spent an entire night playing, losing all his money, trying to figure out a strategy. He was upset that he had let his friend down and began to learn poker from the Internet. By 2003, Nacho was spending more time playing poker than Magic: The Gathering, as poker had more opportunities to make money. Barbero became known for his brash and aggressive style of play. His talent and poker prowess caught the attention of poker professionals and fans around the world. He became one of the most successful and respected poker players, gaining the recognition of his opponents for his playing skills and strategy.[3][4][5]
Accomplishments
| Season | Event type | Location | Format | Date | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000-01 | Grand Prix | Buenos Aires | Extended | 25–26 November 2000 | 6 |
| 2001–02 | Grand Prix | Curitiba | Extended | 8–9 December 2001 | 6 |
| 2002–03 | Pro Tour | Yokohama | Booster Draft | 9–11 May 2003 | 6 |
| 2002–03 | Grand Prix | Amsterdam | Team Limited | 7–8 June 2003 | 1 |
| 2003–04 | Grand Prix | London | Block Constructed | 22–24 August 2003 | 6 |
| 2003–04 | Grand Prix | Birmingham | Booster Draft | 27–28 March 2004 | 6 |
| 2005 | Grand Prix | Porto Alegre | Rochester Draft | 20–21 November 2004 | 1 |
→ Source: Wizards.com
References
- ↑ Mark Rosewater (August 9, 2004). "On Tour, Part 2". magicthegathering.com. Wizards of the Coast.
- ↑ Info on Barbero's Pro Tour Player Card.
- ↑ Nacho Barbero. Pokerlistings.com.
- ↑ Julio Rodriguez (May 12, 2023). "Jose ‘Nacho’ Barbero: “ICM Is For Poor People”". Cardplayer.com.
- ↑ WPT Global Staff (October 16, 2025). "A WPT® Global Ace-vs-Ace Affair: Nacho Barbero Topples Legend Phil Ivey for Triton Crown". WPTGlobal.com.