@ferret_stack

Do you play poker? And if yes, do you consider yourself a sportsman or a gambler?

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@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?

@ferret_stack

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! 😂