Poker Pro Patrik Leonard Shares His COVID-19 Experience

Poker professional Patrik Leonard has recovered from COVID-19. Leonard, a well-known poker player, trainer, and ambassador for PartyPoker, announced that he had contracted the virus and described his symptoms in detail. He mentioned that he lost his sense of taste and smell after recovering from COVID-19.

Leonard shared his experience on Twitter, describing his symptoms day by day. He reported high fever, sweating, chills, and severe fatigue. He also criticized the UK's National Health Service for lack of support and communication during his illness, stating that he received no further assistance or updates after being told to stay home.

Despite his illness, Leonard continued to play poker online. When his German colleague Domic Niksche asked about his high-stakes MTT games during his sickness, Leonard shared his monthly graph, noting the impact of COVID-19 on his gameplay. He wrote about his experience daily on Twitter using the hashtag #pokersquad, mentioning that the worst times were at night and early morning, and that he couldn't leave his home.