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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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WSOP 2025 Final Table Set as Michael Mizrachi Comes Back from the Brink

The WSOP 2025 Main Event final table is set, paving the way for the nine remaining hopefuls to battle for the massive $10,000,000 winner’s prize.

Will Kassouf Kicked Out of WSOP 2025 After Main Event Exit

Poker’s most persistent nuisance, Will Kassouf, has been booted out of the World Series of Poker after repeatedly annoying the players at his table.

Kenny Hallaert Leads Field of 57 After Day 6 of WSOP 2025 Main Event

Belgium’s Kenny Hallaert is leading the way in the WSOP 2025 Main Event after the conclusion of Day 6.

WSOP 2025 Main Event Bubble Bursts as 522 Players Move into Day 5

Out of a starting field of 9,735 players, the WSOP 2025 Main Event has whittled down the number of challengers remaining to only 522 hopefuls.

WSOP 2025 Main Event Registration Closes with 9,735 Entries on the Board

The WSOP 2025 Main Event is officially the third largest ever after registration closed at the end of Day 1d with a total of 9,735 players having paid $10,000 for a seat.

WSOP Round-Up: Mike Gorodinsky Takes Down $10K 8-Game Championship

Last weekend saw Mike Gorodinsky pull off a great final day comeback to win his fifth WSOP bracelet in the 10,000 Eight Game Mixed Championship for $422,421.

Phil Ivey Out of WSOP 2025 Main Event as Defending Champion Joins the Fray

Phil Ivey is out of the WSOP 2025 Main Event after the G.O.A.T. clashed with Joseph Cheong half way through Day 1d in a blind versus blind battle.

WSOP Main Event Round-Up: Michael Mizrachi Claims Day 1b Chip Lead

Day 38 of the WSOP 38 was predictably all about the $10,000 Main Event. Day 1b kicked off and by the end of registration we had 1,096 entries on the board.

Martin Kabrhel Wins Fourth Bracelet in WSOP 2025 Mini Main Event

Polarising poker star Martin Kabrhel has claimed his fourth WSOP bracelet after taking down the $1,000 Mini Main Event for $843,140.

Michael Wang Thrills Fans with Incredible Chip and a Chair Performance

Michael Wang pulled off one of the best saves in WSOP history as he came back from less than a single big blind to win the $10,000 Pot-Limit Omaha Championship.