Do You Believe in “Momentum” in Poker?

[Houbi37]

Some players swear that momentum exists — when everything flows and decisions become easier.
Do you think it’s real, or just psychological?

 

[austral]

Momentum isn’t real in a mathematical sense, but it is very real psychologically.
Momentum doesn’t change the cards(Each hand is independent, and the deck has no memory), but it definitely changes you.
So yes—what players feel is real(a mental zone where everything feels easier and more intuitive), but it’s psychological, not mystical.

 

[Kerasuss28]

For sure momentum exist , you can loose 10flips in row with AK and you can win 10 flip in row with 10 Jack , the question what nobody knows is when it all exact happens because every single hand is unique, you just need to figure out when it happens

 

[Claudiunm]

There is no momentum in a random game like poker. Focus more on learning to play consistently and less on looking for magical solutions to achieve victory.

 

[pokerV]

I think it’s real — but mostly in your head.
When you’re confident, focused, and reading the table well, it feels like momentum… but it’s really just you playing your A-game.