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I have not entered a poker tournament yet but for me, it’s the mix of skill, patience, and timing. I like that every hand matters and that you have to adapt to the table and the stacks around you. One can enjoy building a stack from a small start, reading players, and making the right moves at...

Honestly, I’ve found satellites can be kind of frustrating. Grinding through the steps takes time, and sometimes the fields feel softer than they actually are, which can mess with your read on real tourneys. I don’t make them my main focus anymore since I prefer going straight into bigger events.

I try to defend my big blind whenever it makes sense. You don’t want to give away free chips, but it’s important to pick the right spots. I usually defend against opens where I have decent equity or a hand that can play well post-flop. Timing and position matter a lot, and reading the opponent’s...

I usually stick to one or two tourneys at a time. I might jump on a third if things are slow, but anything more than that feels like I’m spreading myself too thin. Freerolls are the only time I’ll open a few extra tables since there’s no real risk. Keeping focus on a couple tables usually leads...

It’s all about timing and stack sizes. Early in tournaments, I usually avoid getting it all in for value unless I’m way ahead. As stacks get shorter, shoving for value becomes more sensible. Sometimes the right move is protecting your stack, even with a strong hand, because the risk could cost...

Exactly. Going pro isn’t something you can do half-hearted. Poker takes full focus, study, and practice if you want to excel. And the mental side is huge - dealing with variance, staying disciplined during downswings, not letting ego make you play above your bankroll. I've seen people with solid...

Exactly, giving up after a few losses just kills your chances. Some of my best runs came when I was short-stacked and everyone wrote me off. Staying focused, picking good spots, and being patient can turn things around fast. Good bankroll management helps too, so a few buy-ins lost don’t shake...

Absolutely, table dynamics matter a lot in MTTs. Even if you can’t always pick your table, paying attention to how players are acting and adjusting your strategy gives you a big edge. Some tables are full of tight players, others are loose and aggressive. It’s important to recognize that and...

You’re on point. Around 20% VPIP is solid for tourneys. Playing fewer hands usually means you’re sticking to stronger spots and staying disciplined. Some players push a bit higher in certain structures, like 22–25%, but generally, tighter ranges give you better control and fewer tricky...

I agree, preflop is huge in tourneys. Patience pays off, and avoiding coinflips saves chips and headaches. I like shoving with small pairs instead of calling all-in, it gives you a chance to take the pot uncontested and stay in control. Keeping your raises consistent and reading the players...

I usually stick to 8 or 9 max too. Slower structures let you pick your spots and avoid forcing moves too early. 6 max can be fun, but it’s more aggressive and you have to act fast. I like having a bit more time to read the table and plan my plays.

I’m similar, I usually pay attention to the structure first. If the addon isn’t worth it or there’s none, I might join early. But most of the time I like to come in late, around the last 15–20 minutes of registration. It gives me a decent stack and fewer players to climb past. If there’s a big...

For me, I always take the addon if it’s giving a solid boost. Doubling or tripling your starting stack for the same price, just makes sense. If it’s small, I might skip it, but when it’s worth it, I never hesitate.

Yeah, you can’t force anyone to chop. It’s part of the game. Some folks like to ride it out and that’s their choice. I don’t take it personal either but like you said, I remember it when they suddenly want a chop next time. If you say no today, don’t expect yes tomorrow. As long as everyone...

You’re right! Plenty of players rush in like the tourney is a sprint. One thing I notice a lot is people getting emotionally attached to mediocre hands. Instead of slowing down, they try to force a moment that isn’t there. Another big one is ignoring stack sizes around them. You see someone...

I don't think it is that easy for New players to get free cards in the game. Even if there is a possibility, it is always rare.

I've heard a couple of bad experiences with sites crashing while I was playing poker with the most evident being on Unibet. When it happened on Unibet, I was really angry, but they restored it with no loss of resources. I've heard about the issue that happened with GGPoker to the extent that it...

Being lonely while playing poker can be a major issue for most poker players because playing for an extended period of time can be energy draining. I do a couple of things when I notice that I am becoming lonely while playing poker. The first is watching others play poker on YouTube, for...

I agree that one can see playing poker as a career. It is a means that you use to becoming pretty good at making some gains. Also, just like you said here, it requires patience and persistence because it is not the road that one would follow without encountering big challenges along the way.

Well, I will have to stop playing at that moment when I am doing the right things in poker and still end up losing. It could be frustrating and can end up affecting my longterm efforts.