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Little-Known Poker Streamer Wins Big on PokerStars with Only 3 Viewers
Martin Thien, a relatively unknown poker streamer, achieved a remarkable victory during the WCOOP 2020 tournament series on PokerStars. Thien won the WCOOP-05-M tournament, which had a $55 buy-in, earning him a substantial prize of $29,000.
What makes Thien's victory even more notable is the fact that only three people were watching his stream during the crucial moments of the tournament. Despite the low viewership, Thien's strategic decisions paid off, especially when he decided against a deal with the remaining three players, aiming to win the entire prize pool.
Thien's journey to this victory is also interesting. He previously streamed games like CS:Go and Call of Duty before transitioning to poker. His decision to participate in the WCOOP 2020 series proved to be a turning point in his streaming career, even if his audience is still growing.
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