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 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.
Aaron Kupin Emerges Victorious in WSOP 2025 $2,500 Mixed Big Bet
Aaron Kupin swept aside his rivals to seize victory in the $2,500 Mixed Big Bet event, denying Daniel Negreanu an eighth bracelet.
WSOP Round-Up: Daniel Negreanu Close to 8th Bracelet
Daniel Negreanu has high-hopes for an eighth bracelet after making the final 11 in Event #76: $2,500 Mixed Big Bet, ending the day second in chips.
Jesse Yaginuma Will Not Receive a Gold Bracelet Following Chip Dumping Investigation
WSOP organisers have decided to deny Jesse Yaginuma a prestigious bracelet after concluding that he and James Carroll engaged in collusion.
WSOP Round-Up: Alex Wilkinson Seizes Victory in $10,000 2-7 Triple Draw Championship
This weekend’s action at the WSOP 2025 saw Alex Wilkinson beat his casino owner dad to a bracelet while Darren Elias finally closed out a WSOP win.
WSOP Round-Up: Andjelko Andrejevic Takes Down $5,000 6-Handed NLH for $855,515
Andjelko Andrejevic has won his maiden bracelet in the $5,000 6-Handed No-Limit Hold’em event, ending a nine-year wait for another live tournament victory.