Skill vs. Luck debate in poker

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Many players debate between skill and luck as determining factors in poker success. Luck influences small-time achievements but the skill becomes the most significant determinant for achieving consistent outcomes in poker. Skilled poker players consistently make better choices through their ability to manage risks better during game changes.

 

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While luck plays a role in short-term results—like drawing a winning hand or hitting the right card on the river—over the long run, skill becomes the dominant factor in a player's success. Skilled players have honed their ability to read opponents, manage their bankroll, and make calculated decisions based on probability and psychology.

Poker legend Doyle Brunson once said, "Poker is a hard way to make an easy living." This highlights how skillful players must constantly adapt and refine their strategies to stay ahead