Poker Pros Reflect on a Decade of Highs, Lows, and Everything in Between

As the decade draws to a close, many poker players and personalities have taken to social media to reflect on the past ten years. The reflections range from personal milestones to significant events in the poker world and beyond.

Daniel Cates announced an unusual experiment: he will use only his left hand for a while to improve certain psychological skills. Cates, who is right-handed, hopes this will help him develop skills controlled by the right side of the brain.

Phil Galfond challenged Luke Schwartz to a poker match with specific conditions. Galfond proposed playing eight games of 1k/2k with a side bet of $250k over 15k hands. Schwartz quickly agreed to the challenge.

Mike McDonald expressed frustration about how people count the end of decades. He noted that many consider 2019, 2009, and 9 to be the end of a decade, which he finds annoying.

Phil Galfond listed significant events from 2010 to 2020, including personal milestones and poker-related happenings. Some highlights include his marriage to Fara in 2015 and the launch of RunItOncePoker in 2019.

Martin 'alexeimartov' Bradstreet shared his journey from poker to music and VR game development. He recounted how he went from being a successful poker player to focusing on music and then transitioning into the tech industry.

Mikko Anttonen recounted his poker career and personal life events from 2010 to 2019. His journey includes significant wins, personal challenges, and career shifts.

Doug Polk listed his activities and achievements from 2010 to 2020, including poker, business, and personal goals. He mentioned his involvement in various poker challenges and his transition into the cryptocurrency space.

Peter Jetten annually declares a word that will define the year, with past words including 'justice' and 'science'. Jetten's words have often aligned with significant events in his life, adding a unique perspective to the year's reflections.

Daniel Negreanu shared a dream he had about a poker hand. In the dream, Negreanu found himself in a tough spot but managed to win the hand, highlighting the unpredictable nature of poker.

Scott Seiver praised the quality of films released in 2019 but was disappointed with the Oscar nominations. He expressed his frustration with the lack of recognition for key performances in films like 'Parasite' and 'The Irishman'.

Vanessa Selbst criticized the film 'Uncut Gems' for its lack of character development and engaging storyline. She described the film as a waste of time, noting that it lacked any redeeming qualities.

Liv Boeree discovered an old photo of herself used on a slot machine. The photo, taken years ago, was used without her knowledge, leading to a humorous revelation.

Justin Bonomo's mother did not understand his success in Hearthstone. When Bonomo shared his achievement in the game, his mother mistakenly thought it was related to casino gambling.