Hachem speaks the Truth

Please read this post re: Hachem's take on the players at the 2009 WSOP Main Event.

http://www.pocketfives.com/poker-forums/7/hachem-people-in-me-are-f-ing-idiots-4474508

I agree with him wholeheartedly. Although I DOwant to play against the monkeys, it angers me that they get to participate in a 10k event. It is insane how bad people play and what they can afford.

Comparatively, I played a 10k event in Paris in 2004. It was difficult- the toughest field ever and there was no four betting with second pair, with no thought, no skill, no concept. Everything was professional- from the plays, to the players, to the etiquette displayed. No stupid rain dances, no screaming and hollering when they suck out, none of that garbage. It was the epitome of poker in good form, from the level of competition expected in a 10k event to the decorum and demeanor of players. The only one out of line (but was super entertaining) was TONY G. Given his TV personality and noteriety in poker, he was the exception to the norm at the time.

Last night, Jon and I were discussing players' egos in poker. I just dont get it. Granted I myself have thought at times how much better I am this game than Joe Cool. Yes, people play poker for a living, and yes it provides well if you are talented. However, players are not SAVING LIVES, WINNING TRIALS, INVENTING A CURE FOR CANCER. SO FOR ALL OF U- LET GO OF THE EGO, GIVE IT UP.

I witness complete ego maniacs in poker on a regular basis. I don't understand it, I do not wish to understand it. When I talk to players and their egos get in the way while I am discussing poker with them I do my best to ignore it, or change the topic. I myself have been victim to my own self boasting at times and I try to remind myself of its detriment.

But please, I beg all poker players and I remind myself- nobility and humility are great qualities and will serve you well at the tables. I believe you will earn more respect these attributes. I wish you all the best of luck in all of your poker endeavors.

Good money and peace,

Lucky C.