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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Renat Bohdanov Defies the Odds to Win Second WSOP Bracelet
Ukraine’s Renat Bahdanov has taken the top spot in $3,000 Freezeout No-Limit Hold’em to bag his second WSOP bracelet and capture the top prize of $451,600.
Nick Schulman Joins 7 Bracelets Club After Winning $10K NL 2-7 Lowball
Nick Schulman has put himself into contention for a place in the Poker Hall of Fame after taking down the $10,000 No-Limit 2-7 Lowball Draw Championship.
John Racener Wins Hat Trick Bracelet in NL Super Turbo
John Racener has completed a WSOP bracelet hat trick after winning his third in the $1,500 Super Turbo Bounty NL for $247,595.50.
Courtenay Williams Takes Down the Colossus for $542,540
Courtenay Williams has topped a monster field of 16,301 entries to win the $500 Colossus and his first WSOP bracelet.
Nick Guagenti Beats Chino Rheem to Claim $10,000 Seven Card Stud Championship Title
Nick Guagenti came on top against Chino Rheem to win a hat trick of WSOP bracelets and the $10,000 Seven Card Stud Championship title.
Chaos Erupts Near WSOP Venues as Gunman Opens Fire on Las Vegas Strip
Two people have been shot dead after a gunman opened fire near the Bellagio fountains on the Las Vegas Strip last night.
WSOP 2025 Roundup – Scott Bohlman and Michael Lavin Win Second Bracelets
Scott Bohlman and Michael Lavin have won a second bracelet each, while Zachary Zaret and Aloisio Dourado picked up their first.
Lou Garza Snatches Second WSOP Bracelet from the Brink in Heads-Up Showdown
Lou Garza has won his second WSOP bracelet after defeating Ben Lamb heads-up and coming back from what looked like a terminal disadvantage.
Battle of Malta Online Coming Soon to ACR Poker
ACR Poker has agreed a new partnership to host the Battle of Malta Online, taking the renowned series to a US-facing site for the first time.
Fox Duo Joins Rare Father-Son Bracelet Club in WSOP 2025
Yosef Fox has won the WSOP 2025 $10,000 Mystery Bounty event for $729,333 to become part of the latest father-son WSOP bracelet winner duo.