♠PokerInsider
Poker Players Share Their Quarantine Activities
NewsMarch 21, 2020·1 min read

Poker Players Share Their Quarantine Activities


Poker players around the world are finding creative ways to pass the time during the coronavirus quarantine. Jamie Gold took to social media to apologize to Mike McDonald for his behavior during a memorable poker hand in 2007. Gold expressed regret for his actions and hoped to make amends personally.

Doug Polk, known for his poker content, has closed his YouTube channel with 286,000 subscribers. He announced that he will be focusing on political content moving forward. Polk's decision marks a significant shift in his online presence.

Doyle Brunson shared entertaining stories about the late poker legend Stu Ungar. One anecdote involved Ungar and Chip Reese losing all their money in craps and then singing each other's favorite songs. Another story highlighted Ungar's daring response to a high-stakes Russian roulette proposition.

Share this article

Argus Riven

By

Argus Riven

I've spent years at the tables — cash and tournaments — and just as long shaping poker copy behind the scenes: room reviews, bonus fine print, tournament notes. At PokerInsider I write the way I wish more sites would: clear structure, honest trade-offs, no hype. Whether you're new or already grinding, I care about what the offer actually costs you — rake, variance, and the fine print — and I treat responsible play as part of the job, not a footnote.

♠More in News

Texas Authorities Raid 21 Locations, Seize $2M in Illegal Gambling Bust

Texas Authorities Raid 21 Locations, Seize $2M in Illegal Gambling Bust

1 min read
Pittsburgh Steelers Eyeing Another Offensive Playmaker Before NFL Trade Deadline

Pittsburgh Steelers Eyeing Another Offensive Playmaker Before NFL Trade Deadline

1 min read
SiGMA World 2026: Earn Up to 18 CPD Learning Hours at the Gaming Conference

SiGMA World 2026: Earn Up to 18 CPD Learning Hours at the Gaming Conference

1 min read
←All Articles♠ PokerInsider