Mark Patrickson
Professional Poker Journalist
Mark Patrickson has over a decade of experience as a poker journalist and more than 20 years immersed in the game.
He brings a wealth of knowledge and insight to VIP-Grinders.com from the poker space as both a writer and semi-professional player who has navigated the evolving landscape of the game through several eras.
Throughout his career, Mark has contributed to numerous poker publications, delivering in-depth analysis, player interviews, and expert commentary that resonates with both novice and seasoned players alike.
Mark’s other passions are chess and motorsport which he enjoys while travelling the world.
At VIP-Grinders, Mark aims to produce engaging content as an inspiring voice for poker enthusiasts worldwide that covers everything from strategy tips to industry trends and the most interesting poker news.
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Sam Soverel Wins $100,000 Triton Paradise PLO Main Event for $2,594,000
Sam Soverel defeated Andras Nemeth heads-up to take down the Triton PLO Main Event at the WSOP Paradise 2025.
Matthias Eibinger Takes Down Triton $75K PLO for $1.57 Million at WSOP Paradise
Matthias Eibinger has bagged his maiden bracelet after defeating a top-tier line-up in the Triton PLO 6-Max at WSOP Paradise.
Martin Scorsese and Billions Creators All-in on Vegas Casino Drama for Netflix
Netflix has placed an ambitious wager by ordering a brand-new Las Vegas casino drama series from Martin Scorsese and Billions creators Brian Koppelman and David Levien.
$25,000,000 End of 2025 Giveaway on GGPoker
For the next four and a bit weeks, it’s going to be difficult to avoid picking up a slice of this free cash on GGPoker. From December 1 – 31, players can fight over $12 million as a part of the biggest cash game promo that the industry has ever seen.
Armed Police Storm Sweden’s Krukan Poker Club
Stockholm police have conducted a dramatic armed raid on the long-running Krukan Poker Club with almost 100 officers present at the club.
Maurice Hawkins Takes a Beating at Private Poker Game
WSOP Circuit record holder Maurice Hawkins has been physically assaulted while playing poker in a private game.
$5,000,000 Christmas & New Year Giveaway on WPT Global
WPT Global is ushering in the holiday season with its $5 Million Christmas & New Year giveaway to reward players with daily gifts.
Hustler Casino Live to End 2025 with a $1,000,000 Buy-in Cash Game
Next week will see Alan Keating and Nik Airball battling with seven-figure stacks in the Million Dollar Marathon on Hustler Casino Live, along with many more fan favourites.
New WSOP Documentary AI Faked Quotes from Alan Keating
Dustin Iannotti, producer of the WSOP documentary NO LIMIT, has admitted using fake AI quotes attributed to Alan Keating.
Alan Keating Says Tournament Poker Is Not Real Poker
Cash game star Alan Keating has offended half of the poker community by saying that tournament poker isn’t deserving of the name, describing it as checkers versus chess.
