Personality
Arieh is something of a divisive figure, such as often relying on verbal bullying when trying to force a hand. He has earned the friendship and respect of many of his competitors, but has also committed several faux pas during his career, lambasting Harry Demetriou after an important hand in the Main Event of the 2004 World Series of Poker and, after being eliminated from that tournament, pulling one of the remaining players (David Williams) aside and whispering, "bust this motherfucker," referring to the other remaining opponent, eventual champion Greg Raymer. He subsequently apologized after both incidents. In July 2008, he started playing online at Full Tilt Poker.
In addition to poker, Josh Arieh is also good friends with former professional baseball player John Smoltz. Josh was Smoltz's caddy when Smoltz attempted to qualify for the US Open Championship in 2010.
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