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Douglas Polk on Weight Loss, Relationships, and Poker Scandals
Community & StoriesAugust 21, 2015·1 min read

Douglas Polk on Weight Loss, Relationships, and Poker Scandals


Douglas Polk, known as WCGRider, is considered one of the best heads-up poker players in the world. In a recent interview, he discussed his weight loss journey, relationships, and poker community controversies.

Douglas Polk won two weight loss bets by losing 9-11 kg through strict dieting and working out with weights. He mentioned that his girlfriend, Kate, supports his healthy lifestyle and prepares his meals. They have been together for two or three years.

Polk also discussed the multi-accounting scandal involving Brian Hastings, noting that the poker community on 2+2 had a strong reaction. He recalled a time when he played against Wobbly_au, an Australian player, and described the intense and fast-paced nature of heads-up poker games from a few years ago.

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