Tell us your Poker stories and win a $50 + $5 Tournament Ticket!

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Hi all!

If there is one thing that most of us share passion for, it’s definetly poker - one of the most compelling and lively card games out there! :spades: :hearts:

We would love to hear some of the best poker experience stories that you may have - crazy wins, unseen losses, insane bluffs, longest tournaments or even some advantures you’ve encountered while playing it with your friends and families or real life casinos.

Everyone who shares a story with us will be entered in a raffle and using a random name picker, one lucky winner will get any $50 + $5 tournament ticket! :star:

Rules will be as follows:

  • Only one entry will be accepted per player. (you can tell us as many stories as you wish, however your name will only be entered once in the raffle)
  • To qualify, the winning account must have made at least one deposit.
  • All submissions will be entered into a raffle then one winner picked randomly.
  • The deadline for submissions will be December 10 midnight . Any submissions after that time will not be accepted.
  • The prize will be added on December 11 throughout the day.

Good Luck everyone!

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Winning an 8$ online qualifier to play a 5k Main Event at the Trump Taj Mahal (Atlantic City) is still one of my most memorable experiences with poker.

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#4

This one STILL HURTS… Made it to the final table, BLUFFED and SLOW PLAYED my way to the top. I’m chip leader(Final 2), I get AA (I KNOW); Flop:2,K,A; (I’m ALL IN); I get the call (Pair of 2s); Turn:K (I’m CLAPPING and SMILING); GOTDARN River:YES IT’S 2
REALLY… A FREAKN 2…
Four 2s… and that’s how it ends after 7 plus hours of playing… 2nd place is cool but… GOTDARN 2s… BYE… DONE GOT BACK EMOTIONAL reminiscing about this…

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#5

I won 6200 dollars in a tournament. Me and another guy heads up and i rarely bluff. I had 72 and made biggest bluff of the tournament. I went all in with nothing, he folded top pair and i went on to win the tournament. Greatest bluff of my life

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First time ever playing poker for real money (100 buy-in 8 of us), playing against some realm players let say. Down to me and other person and they went all in and I called cuz I was chip leader. 7,8 suited(diamonds). Flop was 567. Turn was 4 and river was A. Ace was a diamond 4 was a diamond and five was a diamond. I’m wet behind my ears and so wrapped up in my straight I didn’t see the flush. He had 8,9. I go to walk away with defeat in my eyes and everyone is quite as a mouse, thinking, I thought cuz I was going flip. As I’m getting my coat on the other final player stops me and said u won. I almost lost it then but maintaining myself. What are you talking about? Well you the flush I felt so stupid I split… don’t drink anymore when I play hahaha… that’s my story…

   Paul Strong, 
    Pstrizzy77
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#7

When I was 16 I created an account on Full Tilt Poker. I recieved a free ticket (worth 0.25 cents) to a 10 step sit and go. This was the first game i had ever played both online and for real money. I ended up winning first place for $2300.00. I was able to cash out underage with out any issues.

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#8

Lol good job!

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#9

Wow must’ve been so happy to win that much as such a young age! The fact that you were able to withdraw without any issues is crazy also! I guess security was not as strict back then, haha

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#10

In the final moments of a grueling poker tournament, i found myself heads-up against a formidable opponent. With a dwindling stack, a sense of calm determination guided my decisions. The tension in the room was palpable as the dealer revealed the community cards one by one. Then, a crucial hand unfolded; my opponent confidently pushed their chips to the center, revealing a pair of kings. Unfazed, i quietly assessed the situation, revealing a pair of aces in my hand. With a subtle smile, i confidently called, setting the stage for a dramatic climax. As the river card was revealed, sealing my victory with a full house, the room erupted

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It was a chilly night in Las Vegas, and the neon lights of the famous Strip were illuminating the city. As I walked into the renowned Bellagio Casino, I felt a rush of anticipation. Little did I know, this would be a night to remember.

Sitting down at the poker table, I found myself surrounded by seasoned veterans and fierce competitors. As the cards were dealt, I couldn’t help but feel a surge of confidence. The first few hands went by smoothly, with small wins here and there. But I was just getting started.

Then, it happened. I was dealt a pair of kings, a hand that every poker player dreams of. With a calm demeanor and a slight smile, I confidently raised the bet. One by one, my opponents folded, intimidated by my fearless play. Only one player remained, and I could sense their hesitation.

As the final card was revealed, a queen that didn’t seem to favor either of us, I decided to go all-in, pushing my entire stack into the center of the table. The tension in the air was palpable. The other player stared at me, trying to read my expression, but I maintained a poker face.

After what felt like an eternity, my rival reluctantly called my bet. I revealed my hand, and their face turned pale. They had fallen into my trap – I had bluffed them successfully. With a triumphant smile, I raked in the massive pot, leaving my opponents in awe.

That night, I walked away from the table with a newfound confidence and a substantial sum of money. It was a poker experience that would be forever etched in my memory. The thrill of the game, the adrenaline rushing through my veins, and the satisfaction of outsmarting my opponents – it was a true poker triumph.

So, whether you’re playing in a friendly game with friends or in the glitzy casinos of Las Vegas, remember that poker is a game of skill, strategy, and a bit of luck. Who knows, you might just create your own legendary poker story that others will retell for years to come.

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#12

It wasnt strict at all. The only downfall of winning was it got me into poker which hss lost me a whole lot more then what I won . Lol

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#13

Thank you everyone for participating, I had a lot of fun reading through your comments! :slight_smile:

Aaand our lucky winner is:

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Congratulations @TensFULL! Ticket on its wayy! :tada:

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