wesleyIs poker a sport?
I think so!
I believe this perspective is what separates a winning poker player (A Superior Poker Player) from the gamblers
Back To AnalogDo you play poker? And if yes, do you consider yourself a sportsman or a gambler?
@backtoanalog A sportsman
When I started out, I was certainly more of a gambler. Not because I was careless (quite the opposite; too careful!) but I think, unless you come from chess, you have to start as the gambler when picking up poker
I’ve been studying it for 3 years and it’s only the past year that I feel I embody the sportsman
I’m trying to profile the ‘superior poker player’ and these morning thoughts were my first foray into this little task of mine (:
Do you play at all, or chess?
Yes, I play. Mostly cash games at 2/5 blinds. I only play livce games. I love looking at the players and making a read. I love a good bluff. I think I am a sportsman because I hate losing and I always play to win. Chess isn't the game I am great at, but I can play. I have a high rating in Russian checkers though.
@backtoanalog oh cool! I play online
I’ve made some YT vids if interested: https://youtu.be/QtmYnRMFj4g
I’d argue the sportsman doesn’t turn up just to win, that’s secondary, but to play their best game
In poker you can play your best game but still lose (stoicism is important therefore to a poker player)
I agree with the exploit angle you mentioned as sportsman however-
Identifying an overfolded spot and bluffing with a hand that has no right to win feels great! 😂
The Superior Poker Player | Episode 1: Poker Is A SPORT
I agree. I love a great bluff! When I leave the table, I always think back and analyze how I played and which hands I should've played differently. Stoicism is absolutely important. It took me a minute to get that part. 😂