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Fine. Moneymaker is a compelety better player today than 2 years ago. I really hope so, since he's had 2 years playing with the best players in the world.

This doesn't change the fact that he was insanely lucky to win it and gives hope to average joes that one day they could be champions.

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I am sure Moneymaker's game is much more polished than when he won.

From what I can tell from Moneymaker's book, the TV version, and reports, Moneymaker did not play well as far as starting hands, standard plays, etc. However, he made some excellent calls and bluffs. Someone who plays aggressively and makes good reads, but doesn't play in a standard way, could be a difficult opponent.

Obviously, he did get insanely lucky, as did anyone who won such a big tournament. However, you also need a little bit of ability.