PSYCHOLOGY UNDER PRESSURE: WHATS GOING ON IN THE PLAYERS MIND.
A player’s mental resilience is a key factor in success in a poker tournament. Marathons lasting many hours drain physical and cognitive resources, dulling concentration, while the dynamics at the table cause discomfort.
Also, viewers may underestimate the psychological complexity of the bubble phase, which is actually one of the most challenging stages of the tournament.
It’s during the bubble phase that players start to play more cautiously, since one of the biggest disappointments in poker is being eliminated just a few places short of a guaranteed prize.
Moreover, strong players often use this phase to their advantage and put active pressure on their opponents, forcing them to abandon potentially winning moves.
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You nailed it Ben
That's why its best to take a break when you feel like your mind isn't playing as it used to.
Great blog, The bubble phase is where discipline really separates good players from great ones. Staying patient while applying pressure at the right moments can make all the difference.
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