What do you think of poker at the olympics?

Ale_Sander · Jul 7, 2021

That is the point to be discussed, why can't we have poker or chess in the olympics?

filippfilm · Jul 8, 2021

Ale_Sander said:
That is the point to be discussed, why can't we have poker or chess in the olympics?

I think this is not the discipline of the Olympic Games. All the same, there are disciplines related specifically to physical education and body development.

Risto234 · Jul 8, 2021

Ale_Sander said:
That is the point to be discussed, why can't we have poker or chess in the olympics?

Dont know/care how long casual chess game lasts but i'd imagine with poker it is quite simple assuming it do not fit into 2h timeframe lol ...

benitwapasu · Jul 8, 2021

I don't think that will happen any time soon

Psyanide14 · Jul 8, 2021

Said it before in another thread and will say it again...ABSOLUTELY NOT. Poker has too much luck involved and to compare the training vs a true sport is incomprehensible. I could see chess but poker definitely not. While we are at it, let’s have bingo as an Olympic sport too.

flail1 · Jul 8, 2021

I think Olympics mantra is all about physical skills competitions. One could argue that poker would have a stamina and mental endurance component but the physical challenges of poker would not meet the standard. And then the 'luck' part cancels out the guarantee of the gold medal win for that player with the best skills on competition day.

GARCIA PABLO DANIEL · Jul 8, 2021

hello

it would be great if poker is in the olympic games !!! They would have to take it as a sport ...

Vinao182 · Jul 8, 2021

man, I find it interesting, maybe there was a problem regarding the prize, who would pay for example? but I see an interesting movement, many sports coming in, like skate surfing, sports that are really practiced by people, and that is really interesting to be seen, I don't know anyone who practices decathlon for example, but it's the Olympics...

unnamed72 · Jul 8, 2021

first it needs to get legalized in many countries I guess... like USA, Russia (partly)

suitedsadness · Jul 8, 2021

Poker would not be a good fit for the olympics unless it consists of at least 100k hand games. The entire point of the olympics is that the better athlete wins. Firstly you have to ask; are poker and chess players really athletes? Then poker would be too random, although at least the chess winner would be quite likely to be the best player.

nichitas · Jul 8, 2021

I hope it doesn't happen. Poker has nothing Olympic

JOHNNYROD143 · Jul 8, 2021

Never thought of this but its a crazy good idea

I think poker in the Olympics would be so fun to watch. Having players like Tony G, Ivey and Daniel N. duking it out while representing their country would be awesome to see. Honestly, this idea really excites me and if it ever came to fruition I would be sure to watch it.

MishkaZL · Jul 8, 2021

I think poker is a sport and a gamble at the same time. But still, I believe that poker deserves to be an Olympic sport. I think that in the future poker will be recognized as an Olympic sport, at least I would very much like that.

Cooking · Jul 8, 2021

I know a lot of people consider poker as sport, but I just can't see poker this way, so, I don't see a reason to poker be at Olympics. I think poker would have a good audience, but chess definitely would not.

roger perkins · Jul 8, 2021

No. Poker has no place in the Olympic games.

DS3 · Jul 8, 2021

This would be the third time this matter has been raised in a couple of months and each time the majority have said no -not likely at all.

I can't be bothered to explain, yet again, why it is not a good idea and unlikely to ever happen....it just isn't.

And further, as a poker player I would lose respect for the Olympics if they did invite poker into the games.

619Leafs · Jul 8, 2021

I think poker takes a long time to get down to a final 9 table. I wouldn't mind seeing it as an olympic sport but I think there is too much time constraints.

lukovnikofff · Jul 9, 2021

Ale_Sander said:
That is the point to be discussed, why can't we have poker or chess in the olympics?

I think if poker were included in the list of Olympic Games it would be cool! Well, personally, I would be very interested in watching this, but I understand that this will never happen since in poker luck does not play an important role compared to other types of Olympic Games! And besides, poker is not legalized in all countries!

TeUnit · Jul 9, 2021

I dont think they should be looking to add sports, they just almost got rid of wrestling.

acidburnfx · Jul 9, 2021

No, because historically after previous scandals, the Olympics Games are being presented as a return to the Olympian ideals; integrity and fair play.

Luvepoker · Jul 9, 2021

It wont happen. The Olympics are sporting event and while poker is a lot of fun and is a great mind game, its really not a sport.

This being said, how many people would honestly go and play if there was no money involved. I know many would but would the best in the world go? I dont know.

Lena M · Jul 9, 2021

Ale_Sander said:
That is the point to be discussed, why can't we have poker or chess in the olympics?

I believe that poker is not a sport. Poker is more like gambling. But still, poker is my favorite hobby. In my opinion, poker is unlikely to be recognized as an Olympic sport.

Ale_Sander · Jul 9, 2021

Lena M said:
I believe that poker is not a sport. Poker is more like gambling. But still, poker is my favorite hobby. In my opinion, poker is unlikely to be recognized as an Olympic sport.

Hey buddy.

I like to think of poker as the sport of the mind.

Anyone who sees poker as gambling sees the game in the wrong way and may not extract the benefits that a well-thought-out and strategic style of play can provide.

But I understand and respect who has a different opinion.

Ronaldo7 · Jul 9, 2021

Poker isn't a sport... In any sport luck participates with realy small percentages, and in poker its much bigger!

Ale_Sander · Jul 9, 2021

Luvepoker said:
It wont happen. The Olympics are sporting event and while poker is a lot of fun and is a great mind game, its really not a sport.

This being said, how many people would honestly go and play if there was no money involved. I know many would but would the best in the world go? I dont know.

Perhaps many professional players are interested in the spread and acceptance of poker as a profession. Like any other sport.

Football, for example, is a fun way to compete. You train your skills and, at game time, the chances of a shot hitting the goal are similar to playing poker.

There is a bit of luck involved. The ball can deflect someone and mislead the goalkeeper, you can kick wrong and the ball goes out, or you can kick really well and the ball go into the angle.

See, it's all a matter of point of view and how we work the information. When the volleyball player hits the ball, no one knows if it will fall in or out of line.

Is it a gambling too? Can the volleyball player define exactly where the ball will land?

But I can understand and respect all opinions.

filippfilm said:
I think this is not the discipline of the Olympic Games. All the same, there are disciplines related specifically to physical education and body development.

What about the development of the mind?

Risto234 said:
Dont know/care how long casual chess game lasts but i'd imagine with poker it is quite simple assuming it do not fit into 2h timeframe lol ...

But do you at least consider this possibility?

Psyanide14 said:
Said it before in another thread and will say it again...ABSOLUTELY NOT. Poker has too much luck involved and to compare the training vs a true sport is incomprehensible. I could see chess but poker definitely not. While we are at it, let’s have bingo as an Olympic sport too.

I don't believe you can compare poker to bingo. Do you really think of poker as just a matter of luck? No strategy?

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