Joe Hashem: Poker is Dying Because Young Champions Lack Personality
Joe Hashem criticizes younger WSOP champions for not promoting the game and lacking personality. Daniel Negreanu agrees but notes that champions are not obligated to be ambassadors.

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Joe Hashem criticizes younger WSOP champions for not promoting the game and lacking personality. Daniel Negreanu agrees but notes that champions are not obligated to be ambassadors.
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