World Series of Poker is underway and thousands of players have converged on the Rio to take a shot at poker glory – and hopefully take home a little cash. With the swings that come with poker, playing consistently sharp is not easy. Here are a few players who have been on a recent upswing or scored a few nice finishes – and have plans to make a mark at the biggest event in poker. It's the latest in PokerNews' Players on the Move series – WSOP edition.
The Crusher
Name: Thomas Taylor
Age: 35
Occupation: Poker professional
Hometown/living now: Medicine Hat, Alberta, Canada
Away from the poker table, Thomas Taylor (pictured above) excels on the golf course.