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Message: [QUOTE="bremp555, post: 7199319, member: 400983"] I agree with you that poker feels much closer to a mind sport than a pure gambling game. Of course, there’s always an element of luck in the short term, but in the long run skill, discipline, and decision-making play a much bigger role. The fact that players study math, psychology, and strategy to gain an edge shows that it’s not just about chance—it’s about preparation and execution, like in chess or other strategy games. At the same time, I think the gambling side can’t be completely ignored, because money is always involved and variance can have a big impact. That’s what makes poker unique: it’s a mix of both worlds. For me, that combination is what makes it so exciting—you need the mental strength of a mind sport, but also the bankroll management and emotional control to handle the gambling aspect. [/QUOTE]