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Rodrigo Seiji Secures PokerStars Titans Event Title for $82,083
Brazilian grinder Rodrigo “seijistar” Seiji took down the $5,200 Titans Event at PokerStars in November 2022 and saw his bankroll swell by $93,118. Fast-forward to July 23, and Seiji did it again! He triumphed in another Titans Event, and helped himself to another $82,083 in prize money.
A compact yet stellar field of 60 entrants fought it out over a $300,000 prize pool, which the top seven finishers shared.
Leonard “Grozzorg” Maue, the 2023 EPT Monte Carlo Main Event runner-up, bowed out in seventh for $13,055. Ukrainian superstar Andrey “Anjeyyy” Novak joined Maue on the sidelines with the $18,116 sixth-place prize in tow.
Fifth place and $25,139 went to Estonia’s “MakuFz” before Ognyan “cocojamb0” Dimov saw his latest deep run end in a fourth-place exit worth $34,885 to the Bulgarian.
Heads-up was set soon after when Austria-based Greek superstar Alexandros “Pwndidi” Theologis ran out of luck and steam, and had to console himself with a $48,409 third place score.
Theologis’ untimely demise left Seiji in a one-on-one battle with the 2013 PCA Main Event champion Dimitar “KuuL” Danchev. The heads-up duo struck a deal to make the payouts closer to one another, before Seiji defeated his Bulgarian opponent to clinch the title and $82,083. Danchev’s bridesmaid finish came with a $78,309 payday.
$5,200 Titans Event Final Table Results
| Rank | Player | Country | Prize |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rodrigo “seijistar” Seiji | Brazil | $82,083* |
| 2 | Dimitar “KuuL” Danchev | Bulgaria | $78,309* |
| 3 | Alexandros “Pwndidi” Theologis | Austria | $48,409 |
| 4 | Ognyan “cocojamb0” Dimov | Bulgaria | $34,885 |
| 5 | MakuFz | Estonia | $25,139 |
| 6 | Andrey “Anjeyyy” Novak | Ukraine | $18,116 |
| 7 | Leonard “Grozzorg” Maue | Austria | $13,055 |
*reflects a heads-up deal
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MacDonald Swoops in for the Sunday Million Win
Tom “7tHEcROw7” MacDonald is $77,774 richer than a few days ago, thanks to coming out on top of a 10,425-strong field in the latest instalment of the $109 Sunday Million PKO.
MacDonald eventually found himself heads-up against Poland’s “DrawindDead” after two days of intense action, and after navigating his way past more than 10,000 opponents.
The final hand essentially played itself due to the cost of the blinds and the cards involved. With blinds of 4,000,000/8,000,000/1,000,000a, “DrawindDead” min-raised to 16,000,000 only for MacDonald to three-bet to 54,400,000. “DrawinDead ripped it in for 206,371,184, and MacDoanld snapped off his opponent. MacDonald flipped over ace-king, which was way ahead of the suited king-jack of “DrawindDead.” Both players flopped a king, but MacDonald’s hand remained true, and he added the Sunday Million title to his long list of poker accomplishments.
$109 Sunday Million Final Table Results
| Rank | Player | Country | Bounties | Prize | Total Prize |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tom “7tHEcROw7” MacDonald | United Kingdom | $23,568 | $54,206 | $77,774 |
| 2 | DrawindDead | Poland | $14,586 | $54,197 | $68,783 |
| 3 | Big_Slick557 | Norway | $3,317 | $40,461 | $43,778 |
| 4 | Speedyy1986 | Romania | $4,758 | $27,733 | $32,491 |
| 5 | Inker II | Ukraine | $3,848 | $19,475 | $23,323 |
| 6 | JohnnyShev | Argentina | $2,606 | $13,289 | $15,895 |
| 7 | vinicin_kbc | Brazilia | $5,156 | $9,362 | $14,518 |
| 8 | 3. 14znak | Ukraine | $5,965 | $6,644 | $12,609 |
| 9 | Baluu81 | Finland | $3,002 | $4,729 | $7,731 |
Other PokerStars Results
There were also victories for the likes of Samuel “€urop€an” Vousden, Swedish legend Niklas “Lena900” Astedt, and Titans Event finalist Andrey “Anjeyyy” Novak over the weekend.
| Tournament | Entrants | Prize Pool | Champion | Prize |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $530 Bounty Builder High Roller | 310 | $155,000 | mortens22 | $30,847* |
| $1,050 Sunday High Roller | 95 | $95,000 | Samuel “€urop€an” Vousden | $28,588* |
| $109 Sunday Fenomeno | 988 | $98,800 | Gerson “Gerson’GR'” Braga | $16,207 |
| $109 Sunday Warm-Up | 899 | $89,900 | stajmak1896 | $14,994 |
| $1,050 Sunday Supersonic High Roller | 34 | $34,539 | Niklas “Lena900” Astedt | $14,432 |
| $109 Sunday Cooldown | 944 | $99,400 | HellRazor_KK | $13,943* |
| $1,050 Sunday Warm-Up | 36 | $36,000 | drew.derzh | $12,655 |
| $1,050 Sunday Cooldown | 25 | $30,000 | Andrey “Anjeyyy” Novak | $12,216* |
| $215 Sunday Supersonic | 296 | $60,608 | nellinhoo | $11,565 |
| $109 Bounty Builder | 677 | $67,700 | buttonko | $9,818* |
| $530 PLO Sunday High Roller | 30 | $15,000 | Dominik “Bounatirou” Nitsche | $6,282 |
*includes bounty payments
Brouk Bags the Grand Title at PartyPoker
The Grand at PartyPoker may have seen its guarantee dwindle in recent weeks but that has not put off some of poker’s biggest names for ponying up $1,050 to play in it each week.
The latest edition of the Grand saw 46 entrants compete for a slice of the $46,000 prize pool. Having won the Titans Event at PokerStars, Rodrigo Seiji busted in ninth place in this PartyPoker tournament and popped the money bubble.
Seiji’s elimination locked in cashes for such luminaries as Joakim Andersson ($2,421), Josh Hopkins ($2,705), Joakim Einarsson ($3,043), and Jerry Odeen ($3,512).
Any of the final four would have made a worthy champion, but only one of them would ultimately claim that title. New Zealand’s Joshua McCully ($4,528) was cut down in fourth, with Niklas Astedt’s latest deep run ending in a third place finish ($6,258).
Finland’s Tomi Brouk went on to defeat Matthew Stumpf of Canada, and reeled in $14,702 for this victory, leaving Stumpf to bank a $9,267 runner-up score.
The Grand: $40K Gtd Final Table Results
| Rank | Player | Country | Prize |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tomi Brouk | Finland | $14,702 |
| 2 | Matthew Stumpf | Canada | $9,267 |
| 3 | Niklas Astedt | Sweden | $6,258 |
| 4 | Joshua McCully | New Zealand | $4,528 |
| 5 | Jerry Odeen | Sweden | $3,512 |
| 6 | Joakim Einarsson | Sweden | $3,043 |
| 7 | Josh Hopkins | Canada | $2,705 |
| 8 | Joakim Andersson | Malta | $2,421 |
Gandalf Sax Guy Conjures Up Sunday Party Win
A field of 1,091 PartyPoker players bought into the Sunday Party this week, ensuring the $100,000 guarantee was surpassed. Standing tall and proud at the conclusion of this flagship event was “Gandalf Sax Guy” who produced a bit of magic on their way to victory.
First place came with a total prize weighing in at $13,992, with some $7,564 of that sum stemming from the bounties on other players’ heads! The wizard-loving grinder eliminated 15 opponents from the tournament, including runner-up “Rawzw3,” who banked $6,799 in total.
Shout-out to third-place finisher “Dona MariAA” who walked away with $7,925 thanks to $3,676 worth of bounty payments, the second-most of the entire tournament.
The Sunday Party: $100,000 Gtd Final Table Results
| Rank | Player | Bounties | Prize | Total Prize |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gandalf Sax Guy | $7,564 | $6,248 | $13,992 |
| 2 | Rawzw3 | $382 | $6,417 | $6,799 |
| 3 | Dona MariAA | $3,676 | $4,249 | $7,925 |
| 4 | TonySopran0 | $654 | $2,756 | $3,410 |
| 5 | TheMississippi | $168 | $1,882 | $2,050 |
| 6 | LetsPlayJazz | $1,223 | $1,451 | $2,674 |
| 7 | ElMaquinista | $1,718 | $1,069 | $2,787 |
| 8 | Please-Call | $643 | $850 | $1,493 |
| 9 | Phaelzin | $794 | $674 | $1,468 |
Other PartyPoker Results
| Tournament | Buy-in | Entrants | Prize Pool | Champion | Prize |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Big Saturday | $215 | 122 | $24,600 | IPLayForFun | $5,322 |
| The Sunday Carnival | $22 | 1,667 | $33,340 | KKZ1N | $3,887* |
| Daily Legends Gladiator | $33 | 551 | $16,530 | v1nce_ | $2,669* |
*includes bounty payments
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Time Is Running Out: Bet365 Summer Games End This Week
Time is rapidly running out if you want to pad your poker bankroll with the bet365 Summer Games promotion. The promotion ends at 09:59 a.m. GMT on July 31, so you had better hurry if you want to get your hands on a prize.
There are four poker missions waiting for you to complete in the missions section of your bet365 poker account. Once you have opted into the missions, you can complete them by playing in Twister tournaments costing €5 or more or at Premium Cash tables that have blinds of at least €0.05/€0.10.
Completing a mission grants you one spin on the Event Wheel, where prizes from free cash game blinds up to €100 in cash await. Finish all four missions to receive a spin on the Medal Wheel, where you are guaranteed to win at least €5 but as much as €100.
The weekly missions can be completed in any order and can be completed simultaneously, so head to the mission section of your bet365 poker account and see what those missions are.
Bet365 Summer Games Event Wheel Prize Breakdown
| Prize | Probability |
|---|---|
| €100 cash | 0.039% |
| €20 cash | 0.196% |
| €10 Twister ticket | 1.841% |
| €5 Twister ticket | 5.875% |
| €2 Twister ticket | 19.585% |
| €1 Twister ticket | 39.170% |
| Five €0.10 free blinds | 33.294% |
Bet365 Summer Games Medal Wheel Prize Breakdown
| Prize | Probability |
|---|---|
| €100 cash | 3.448% |
| €25 cash | 27.586% |
| €5 cash | 68.966% |
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Regardless of your initial deposit size, new Bet365 Poker customers receive a €365 redeemable bonus that releases into your account as you play real money cash games and tournaments. You receive 10 Status Points for every €1 or £1 you contribute to the cash game rake or pay in tournament fees.
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Jagdeep Bal Wins First-Ever The Hendon Mob Mid-Major Championship on USA Soil
On Sunday, after just over 12 hours of play at Thunder Valley Casino on Day 2 of The Hendon Mob Mid-Major Championship, it was Jagdeep Bal who managed to navigate his way through a massive field of 1,605 entries and emerged victorious in an eight-way chop deal for a career-best score of $71,036 as well as The Hendon Mob Trophy and a RunGood Poker Series (RGPS) ring.
Final Table Payouts
| Place | Player | Payout |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jagdeep Bal | $71,036* |
| 2 | Anthony An | $61,330* |
| 3 | Yousef Salameh | $60,396* |
| 4 | Miralem Mujkic | $57,590* |
| 5 | Charlen Aseberos | $56,088* |
| 6 | Wilson Chan | $53,655* |
| 7 | Phatseluck Yang | $45,680* |
| 8 | Hong Moon | $39,950* |
| 9 | Thomas Morris | $13,740 |
*Denotes eight-way deal.
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Day 2 Action
On Day 2, 203 players returned to action, all guaranteed a piece of the $834,600 prize pool starting at $860. The day progressed in a rather quick fashion, with many players finding themselves hitting the rail including Jeff Platt (123rd – $1,295), Tyler Patterson (102nd – $1,425), Harley Brooks (95th – $1,495), and special guest and reigning GPI Mid-Major Player of the Year Stephen Song (57th – $1,885).
Even after it got down to the final two tables, action still did not slow down until aggressive players Joe Nguyen (13th – $7,905) and Tony Barrera (12th – $10,240) were eliminated. After losing a large portion of his stack by doubling up Mujkic, it was Borui Zhang who was eliminated in tenth place ($13,740) by none other than Mujkic.
Final Table Action
After a few hands at the final table, short-stacked Thomas Morris moved all in with ace-jack but was called by Hong Moon with ace-queen. Morris failed to improve after the queen-ten-ten flop and was therefore eliminated in ninth place as the first final table-casualty.
Nothing notable happened for the next level as chips just exchanged hands, but as Level 31 began and the average stack became 15 big blinds, the players paused to consider an ICM chop deal.
After the chips were counted and the payout numbers generated, the players took a vote and the verdict in favor of a chop was unanimous! Having the most chips at the time of the chop, Bal received the highest payout of $71,036 as well as the Hendon Mob trophy and RGPS ring!
Congratulations to Bal for winning the $600 Hendon Mob Mid-Major Championship at Thunder Valley Casino and Resort in beautiful Sacramento, California!
Be sure to stick around this coming weekend for updates on the $2,500 buy-in RGPS Last Kilometer: $1 Million GTD Main Event starting on Friday, July 28th!
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888poker Doubles Daily Blast Leaderboard Prize Pool to $10,000
Now is the time to try the exciting Blast tournaments online at 888poker because they are packed with even more value that usual. 888poker runs daily Blast Leaderboards that from July 24 through July 31 have $10,000 waiting to be won instead of the usual $5,000.
Blast tournaments are 888poker’s take on jackpot sit & go games where the prize pool is randomly determined before the first hands are dealt. They take place on three-handed tables with hyper-turbo blinds, ensuring a fast and furious experience. The Blast tournaments come in a range of buy-ins, from $1 up to $100, and pay out up to $1 million!
Blast Payout Examples
$1 Blast Payouts
| Prize Pool Mulitplier | Prize Pool | Frequency in 10M Games |
|---|---|---|
| 1,000,000 | $1,000,000 | 1 |
| 100 | $100 | 800 |
| 25 | $25 | 6,000 |
| 10 | $10 | 42,000 |
| 5 | $5 | 630,000 |
| 3 | $3 | 3,857,602 |
| 2 | $2 | 5,463,597 |
$5 Blast Payouts
| Prize Pool Mulitplier | Prize Pool | Frequency in 1M Games |
|---|---|---|
| 10,000 | $50,000 | 1 |
| 100 | $500 | 75 |
| 25 | $125 | 1,000 |
| 10 | $50 | 5,000 |
| 5 | $25 | 80,000 |
| 3 | $15 | 421,652 |
| 2 | $10 | 492,272 |
$50 Blast Payouts
| Prize Pool Mulitplier | Prize Pool | Frequency in 1M Games |
|---|---|---|
| 10,000 | $500,000 | 1 |
| 100 | $5,000 | 75 |
| 25 | $1,250 | 1,500 |
| 10 | $500 | 10,000 |
| 5 | $250 | 80,000 |
| 3 | $125 | 418,752 |
| 2 | $100 | 489,672 |
When Do the Blast Leaderboards Run?
Daily Blast Leaderboards, as their name suggests, take place over a 24-hour period. They kick off at 12:00 a.m. GMT and continue until 11:59 p.m. GMT the same day before resetting. You earn one precious leaderboard point for each Blast you play even if you finish second or third, but two points for winning a Blast tournament. Those points are multiplied by the Blast multiplier, so keep your fingers crossed that you take down a Blast with one of the higher multipliers!
The Blast Leaderboards payout Blast tickets, giving you more chances to finish high up on the leaderboards the following day.
Keeping the Playing Field Level
Often, with promotions like this, high-volume grinders have a distinct advantage over the rest of the field, but not at 888poker. 888poker levels the playing field by only counting your first 10 or 30 results each day. Once you have opted into your chosen leaderboard, hit the Blast tables and hope you run good from the word go because only your first 10/30 results earn you points.
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International Self Care Day & Problem Gambling
On July 24th, we are celebrating International Self Care Day, chosen to emphasize to our global community that self-care is a cornerstone to overall wellness. As we continue to find out more and more just how important self-care is today, we learn that it is more than something we do for ourselves. By caring for our mental, physical, and emotional health, it not only helps us but the side effect can help promote healthy relationships. Part of this self-care conversation intertwines with someone who may have a gambling problem because of the stigma that goes along with it. This can weigh heavily on their self-worth and self-esteem and cause many problems for not only problem gamblers but can also affect up to 9 or 10 people around them. Keep reading to learn more about the link between problem gambling, health, and the stigma one feels in seeking out recovery resources, as well as helpful self-care tips.
The impacts of disordered gambling reach much farther than many people assume. Those who struggle with problem gambling are more likely to deal with stress-related conditions, including sleep deprivation, cardiovascular diseases, and hypertension. [1] Additionally, problem gambling can take a toll on one’s mental health, as it can worsen or initiate depressive episodes and anxiety, as well as lead to substance use disorders. [2] This perceived stigma can cause internal strife and interfere with help-seeking efforts.
There are also social impacts, as compulsive gambling can strain relationships, lead to legal troubles, and threaten job security. [3] While these issues are not one-size-fits-all and those who struggle with problem gambling may experience a mix of these impacts, each highlights the importance of prioritizing self-care and taking proactive steps to protect health.
One thing that might hold people back from taking care of themselves is the stigma attached to problem gambling and recovery. In general, people may not seek help for problem gambling in fear of judgment from others and being labeled a “problem gambler.” [4] There are also more gender-specific stigmas — for example, women are often viewed as caregivers, and struggling with problem gambling can be viewed as irresponsible and this shame prevents these women from admitting their struggle and getting the care they deserve. [5] For men, they fear the perceived embarrassment and shame that could come from seeking recovery resources. [6] In society, men are supposed to be strong and be able to stop or control themselves so it becomes self-perceived as failure. It’s important to remember that there is no shame in seeking help, and that the best favor anyone can do for themselves and their loved ones is to protect and promote self-care and wellness through problem gambling recovery.
So, what does self-care actually look like? For those struggling with problem gambling, the first step to better self-care is seeking out Your One Sure Thing, 888-ADMIT-IT. You can call, text, or chat this 24/7, multilingual, and completely free HelpLine as it can help those who might have a problem with gambling and their loved ones take the first step to a better future. Additional tips for practicing self-care include:
- Getting regular exercise
- Eating healthy
- Prioritizing a good sleep cycle
- Trying a new hobby
- Participating in relaxing activities
- Goal setting
- Practicing gratitude
- Staying connected to community [7]
This International Self-Care Day is the perfect opportunity to take a positive step in the right direction. Taking care of one’s self, whether it’s through seeking recovery resources or one of the helpful tips above, is crucial when overcoming a problem gambling addiction and creating a life full of joy.
- Matheson, Flora I., et al. “The Use of Self-Management Strategies for Problem Gambling: A Scoping Review .” BioMed Central, 29 Apr. 2019, bmcpublichealth.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s12889-019-6755-8.
- Ibid
- Ibid
- Hing, Nerilee, et al. “Perceived Stigma and Self-Stigma of Problem Gambling …” Taylor & Francis Online, 15 Nov. 2015, www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/14459795.2015.1092566.
- “Female Gamblers and Mental Health.” Algamus, 12 May 2022, www.algamus.org/blog/female-gamblers-mental-health.
- Baxter, Alison, et al. “Gender Differences in Felt Stigma and Barriers to Help-Seeking for Problem Gambling.” Addictive Behaviors Reports, 3 Nov. 2015, www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5845950/#:~:text=Men%20are%20less%20likely%20to,lose%20an%20important%20social%20network.
- “Caring for Your Mental Health.” National Institute of Mental Health, www.nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/caring-for-your-mental-health.
Get Ready to Turn Up the Heat at TigerGaming with New Sit & Go Modes!
It’s time to buckle up and get ready for an adrenaline-pumping poker experience like never before at TigerGaming. They’ve just unveiled two electrifying new Sit & Go modes that will leave you on the edge of your seat. Get your poker faces ready because it’s things are about to heat up.
Introducing Jackpot Windfall Sit & Goes
Prepare to embark on a thrilling journey with Jackpot Windfall Sit & Go’s. This unique format is a 3-player Hyper Turbo Sit & Go with a twist! With buy-ins starting as low as a pocket change of $3, you can enter the action-packed games. The best part? You stand a chance to win a mind-blowing progressive Jackpot prize of up to 5,000 times your buy-in!
Yes, you heard that right! The potential winnings are astronomical, and the MAX PRIZE can soar to an astonishing $150,000 for the daring souls who take on the highest buy-in limit of $30. It’s a poker dream come true – winning big while playing in an exhilarating and fast-paced format.
| Multiplier | $3 Jackpot Windfall | $5 Jackpot Windfall | $30 Jackpot Windfall |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5x | $4.50 | $7.50 | $45 |
| 3x | $9 | $15 | $90 |
| 5x | $15 | $25 | $150 |
| 10x | $30 | $50 | $300 |
| 20x | $60 | $100 | $600 |
| 5000x | $15,000 | $25,000 | $150,000 |
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FLIP Windfall Sit & Goes – Kick Back and Win Big!
For all those poker players looking for a laid-back, stress-free way to win without overtaxing their brains, the FLIP Sit & Go’s are here to fulfill your desires! With buy-ins at $3, $5, or $10, you can sit back, relax, and let fate decide your destiny.
The rules are simple but pack a punch of excitement. In FLIP Sit & Goes, you’re automatically ALL-IN every single hand until a winner emerges. No need to strategize or calculate odds – just enjoy the ride! You’ll be playing for 1.5x to an astounding 1,000x your initial buy-in, making every game a potential jackpot bonanza.
Whether you’re a seasoned poker pro or a newbie trying to catch a break, these FLIP Sit & Goes offer a level playing field where anyone can win big with a little bit of luck and a whole lot of fun.
| Multiplier | $3 FLIP Windfall | $5 FLIP Windfall | $10 FLIP Windfall |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5x | $4.50 | $7.50 | $15 |
| 3x | $9 | $15 | $30 |
| 5x | $15 | $25 | $50 |
| 10x | $30 | $50 | $100 |
| 20x | $60 | $100 | $200 |
| 50x | $150 | $250 | $500 |
| 100x | $300 | $500 | $1,000 |
| 1000x | $3,000 | $5,000 | $10,000 |
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Celebrando el Día Internacional del Autocuidado
El 24 de julio, celebramos el Día Internacional del Autocuidado, elegido para subrayar ante nuestra comunidad global que el autocuidado es una piedra angular del bienestar general. A medida que continuamos descubriendo más y más cuán importante es el autocuidado hoy en día, aprendemos que es más que lo que hacemos por nosotros mismos. Cuidar nuestra salud mental, física y emocional no solo nos ayuda, sino que el efecto colateral puede ayudar a promover relaciones saludables. Parte de esta conversación del autocuidado se entrelaza con alguien que puede tener un problema con las apuestas debido al estigma que lo acompaña. Esto puede pesar mucho en su autoestima y causarles muchos problemas no solo a los apostadores problemáticos, sino que también puede afectar hasta a 9 o 10 personas a su alrededor. Siga leyendo para obtener más información sobre el vínculo entre el problema del juego, la salud y el estigma que uno siente al buscar recursos para la recuperación, así como consejos útiles de autocuidado.
Los efectos de las apuestas desordenadas llegan mucho más lejos de lo que muchas personas suponen. Quienes luchan contra las apuestas problemáticas tienen más probabilidades de lidiar con afecciones relacionadas con el estrés, lo que incluye la privación del sueño, las enfermedades cardiovasculares y la hipertensión. [1] Además, las apuestas problemáticas pueden pasarle factura a la salud mental de la persona, ya que puede empeorar o iniciar episodios depresivos y ansiedad, así como conducir a trastornos por uso de sustancias. [2] Este estigma percibido puede ocasionar conflictos internos e interferir con los esfuerzos para buscar ayuda.
También hay impactos sociales, ya que las apuestas compulsivas pueden tensar las relaciones, conducir a problemas legales y amenazar la seguridad laboral. [3] Si bien estos problemas no son generalizables, y quienes luchan contra las apuestas problemáticas pueden experimentar una combinación de estos efectos, cada uno de ellos destaca la importancia de priorizar el autocuidado y tomar medidas proactivas para proteger la salud.
Una cosa que podría impedir que las personas se cuiden a sí mismas es el estigma asociado a las apuestas problemáticas y la recuperación. En general, las personas pueden no buscar ayuda para las apuestas problemáticas por temor a ser juzgadas por otros y verse etiquetadas como “apostadores problemáticos”. [4] También hay más estigmas específicos de cada género: por ejemplo, las mujeres a menudo son vistas como cuidadoras, y luchar contra las apuestas problemáticas puede verse como irresponsable y esta vergüenza impide que las mujeres admitan su lucha y obtengan la atención que merecen. [5] En el caso de los hombres, temen el bochorno percibido y la vergüenza que podrían provenir de la búsqueda de recursos de recuperación. [6] En la sociedad, se supone que los hombres son fuertes y capaces de detenerse o controlarse a ellos mismos, de modo que se convierte en un fracaso autopercibido. Es importante recordar que no representa una vergüenza buscar ayuda, y que el mejor favor que una persona puede hacerse a sí misma y a sus seres queridos es proteger y promover el autocuidado y el bienestar a través de la recuperación de las apuestas problemáticas.
Entonces, ¿cómo es realmente el cuidado personal? Para quienes luchan contra las apuestas problemáticas, el primer paso para un mejor autocuidado es buscar a Your One Sure Thing, 888-ADMIT-IT. Puede llamar, enviar mensajes de texto o chatear en esta línea de ayuda multilingüe y completamente gratuita las 24 horas del día, 7 días a la semana, ya que puede ayudar a quienes podrían tener un problema con las apuestas y a sus seres queridos para que den el primer paso hacia un futuro mejor. Los consejos adicionales para practicar el autocuidado incluyen:
- Hacer ejercicio con regularidad
- Comer de modo saludable
- Darle prioridad a un buen ciclo de sueño
- Probar un nuevo pasatiempo
- Participar en actividades relajantes
- Establecer metas
- Practicar la gratitud
- Mantenerse vinculado a la comunidad [7]
Este Día Internacional del Autocuidado es la oportunidad perfecta para dar un paso positivo en la dirección correcta. Cuidarse a usted mismo, ya sea mediante la búsqueda de recursos de recuperación o aplicando uno de los consejos útiles anteriores, es crucial para superar un problema de adicción a las apuestas problemáticas y crear una vida llena de alegría.
- Matheson, Flora I., et al. “The Use of Self-Management Strategies for Problem Gambling: A Scoping Review .” BioMed Central, 29 de abril de 2019, bmcpublichealth.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s12889-019-6755-8.
- Ibid
- Ibid
- Hing, Nerilee, et al. “Perceived Stigma and Self-Stigma of Problem Gambling …” Taylor & Francis Online, 15 de noviembre de 2015, www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/14459795.2015.1092566.
- “Female Gamblers and Mental Health.” Algamus, 12 de mayo de 2022, www.algamus.org/blog/female-gamblers-mental-health.
- Baxter, Alison, et al. “Gender Differences in Felt Stigma and Barriers to Help-Seeking for Problem Gambling.” Addictive Behaviors Reports, 3 de noviembre de 2015, www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5845950/#:~:text=Men%20are%20less%20likely%20to,lose%20an%20important%20social%20network.
- “Caring for Your Mental Health.” National Institute of Mental Health, www.nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/caring-for-your-mental-health.
Did Ambitious Amateur’s Banana Bluff Convince ‘Jungleman’ to Fold?
A recent Bally’s Big Bet Poker LIVE stream provided some wild hands and potentially a new rivalry broke out between Dan “Jungleman” Cates and amateur Keir Sullivan, who showed no fear against the legendary poker pro.
The table also featured international poker sensations Masato Yokosawa, a Japanese vlogger with even more subscribers than Brad Owen, and Johan Guilbert (aka “YoH Viral”).
Masato on the Chad & Jesse Poker Show
But the spiciest action of all was between Cates and Sullivan, whose read on Jungleman seemed to be spot-on, although it didn’t always work out for him.
Calling His Bluff
The two new rivals played three entertaining pots together on Big Bet Poker. In the first, Cates called $500 from the cutoff with A♥10♣ before Sullivan raised it up to $3,100 with 7♠2♣ from the small blind. And, yes, the seven-deuce game was on.
“Purple” also called on the button with 2♠2♦, and three ways to the flop they went, which came out 7♥J♦Q♥. Jungleman, with a gut-shot straight draw and backdoor hearts, bet $2,500 before Keir check-raised it to $8,000.
Unafraid of the raise, Jungleman made the call while Purple mucked his cards. The turn was the 3♣ and Cates would check before calling a $7,000 bet. When the 5♦ hit on the river, Cates jammed all in for $31,800 and was snap-called by the two-time World Series of Poker (WSOP) bracelet winner. Sullivan then stood up, danced and celebrated as if he’d just won the Super Bowl.
Poker Pro Wins in the End
Sullivan may have won the battle, but Jungleman, a grizzled poker veteran and future Poker Hall of Famer, had a few tricks up his sleeve later in the stream. And also some luck on his side. Take, for example, one massive pot he took down with a rivered nut straight to crack Keir’s flopped set.
In the third monster pot the duo played, Sullivan attempted a massive bluff that put Cates to the test. Keir raised to $1,500 with 3♠3♠ before being three-bet to $5,200 by Jungleman’s Q♦Q♣. The flop ran out 5♥9♦4♦, no cards there that should scare off pocket queens. As such, Jungleman bet out $4,200 confidently and received a call.
The K♣ on the turn was a bit of a scare card, and both players checked. Following the 7♦ on the river, Cates sought value and wagered $14,600. Sullivan, with $54,100 behind, then moved all in, realizing it was unlikely his small pair could win at showdown.
Cates went into the tank and while he pondered his move, Keir added on to the size of the bet, but not with casino chips. He tossed an unpeeled banana into the pot.
“Is the banana in play?” Brian Green, who won a small amount in the game, asked.
Jungleman was already questioning if he should call the $39,500 raise with an over card and potential flush on the board. But the banana looked so tasty that he just couldn’t fold and scooped the $127,500 pot. Perhaps Sullivan should have tossed out a honeydew instead. Nobody likes those.
Sullivan, who resides in San Diego and made his money in crypto, said he put Jungleman on queens or jacks when he attempted the bluff.
“But it’s Jungle, who the hell knows what Jungleman Dan can show up with,” he told PokerNews about his thought process.
In the end, Jungleman won $109,000 during the stream, while the amateur booked the biggest loss at the table ($75,000). Cates won this battle, but the war isn’t over yet.