Do you think poker will one day be an Olympic sport?

ga25x said:

No chance. It's a gambling game, not sport.

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1. Legality and Cultural Acceptance: The legal status and cultural acceptance of poker vary widely across different countries and regions. For poker to be considered for inclusion in the Olympic Games, it would likely require widespread legal recognition and acceptance as a skill-based sport rather than a form of gambling in those jurisdictions where the Olympic Committee operates.
2. International Federation Recognition: To be considered for Olympic inclusion, a sport usually needs to have an established international federation that governs and promotes the sport globally. While there are various poker organizations and associations worldwide, there isn't a single universally recognized governing body for poker at the international level.
3. Olympic Criteria: The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has specific criteria for evaluating potential new sports for inclusion in the Olympic program. These criteria include factors such as popularity, participation levels, worldwide appeal, universality, and adherence to the Olympic values. Meeting these criteria can be challenging for poker due to its association with gambling and the perception of it as a recreational activity rather than a traditional athletic pursuit.
4. Competition Format: The Olympics typically feature sports with clear rules and a defined competitive format. Poker, as a game with numerous variants and evolving strategies, presents a challenge in terms of establishing a standardized format that can be easily understood and broadcasted to a global audience.
5. Public Perception: Public perception and acceptance of poker as a legitimate sport can also influence its potential inclusion in the Olympics. Some people view poker primarily as a gambling activity rather than a skill-based sport. Shifting this perception and highlighting the strategic and competitive aspects of the game would be important for gaining wider recognition.

pavel1111111 said:

I don't think so , it's too much based on luck , it doesn't really hold on what you do

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fullclock said:

I think it will never be, but inside me I do want it to be a recognized and Olympic sport. But I also understand that there are even more premier sports than poker that are waiting to be played at the Olympics. eg like paddle tennis, chess, etc.

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https://pt.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mind_Sports_Olympiad​