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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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VIP-Grinders’ Players Win $2,000 in WPT Global $2M GTD Crazy Freerolls

Players that signed up with VIP-Grinders for an account at WPT Global have already racked up $2,000 in profit during the Crazy Freeroll Series.

$6,000,000 GTD Coin Series of Poker Coming Next Week on CoinPoker

Next Sunday marks the start of the latest edition of the Coin Series of Poker (CSOP) on CoinPoker with a whopping $6 million up for grabs.

Leon Sturm Seizes €1,450,385 Payday in €100K EPT Super High Roller

Leon Sturm has been crowned champion of the €100,000 Super High Roller at EPT Barcelona, bagging a career-best score.

CoinPoker Signs Poker Influencer Stars to Form Creator Squad

CoinPoker has joined forces with three of the hottest poker influencers in the game to form its new Creator Squad.

India Passes Bill to Ban Online Poker Nationwide

The Indian government has passed a sweeping nationwide ban on the real-money gambling industry, including all online poker platforms.

Nacho Barbero Signs Ambassadorship Deal with WPT Global

Jose Ignacio “Nacho” Barbero has inked a deal to act as a brand ambassador for the fast-growing platform WPT Global.

Jungleman Destroys Monarch Heads-Up for €13 Million at Onyx Super High Roller Series Cyprus

Dan “Jungleman” Cates has beaten Ossi “Monarch” Ketola for a whopping €13 million in what is thought to be the most expensive poker game ever televised.

Daniel Rezaei Victorious in $51,000 Onyx SHRS Championship

Daniel Rezaei has taken down the $51,000 Onyx SHRS Championship for $1,043,530 after a marathon 17-hour day and heads-up battle against David Nicholson.

Jesse Lonis Takes Down $102,000 Onyx SHRS NLH Invitational for $1,745,625

Jesse Lonis has been crowned champion of the Onyx SHRS NLH Invitational, sweeping aside Maher Nouira and poker legend Phil Ivey to scoop a $1,745,625 prize.

Ilia Kitsbabahvili Seizes Victory in WPT Cyprus Championship

Ilia Kitsbabahvili has taken down the $3,500 WPT Cyprus Championship at the Chamada Prestige Hotel & Casino for $401,100 after defeating Brit James Mahone.