Pro Player Commits Suicide

[discraftdg]

thats really sad to hear stuff like that i dont know what pulls people into doing that but he could have found a better way to deal with feelings.

[2sweet247]

"Matt did try to continue his online poker career in Canada, but the mental damage had already been done."

did u even read the story? anyways, I know how he felt. I was pullin in $700-$1,200 a week before black friday. Glad i never lost my self control like that....

Oh my, really ? Did I know you then ? LOL .But glad you held it together .

[tracyrickrobby]

well who was the pro player??? didnt even say who it was!!! always sad to hear!!

[PanlickTrollbait]

it was phil ivey

[tracyrickrobby]

it was phil ivey

no it wasnt!! i cant see that every happening!! silly boy!! LOL

[guicor30]

It is sad to hear this news, but the reality is that he was very depressed and so I took the wrong desicion.

hopefully their families over their loss.

[bastardn1]

wow that's horrible...

[bastardn1]

Very sad and touching story, got me goosebumps.

This is what I think about poker, some of you will agree while others will disagree:

Since it's a game, it doesn't suit well as a career.
You need luck, that's for sure, to win big tournaments and to earn a big amount of money.
Of course skill is part of it, as in many games, but luck plays an immense factor as well.
Besides, in many cases like one in the article, poker can make you less social, especially when you play online and are hooked to it. When you lose, it gives you more stress. Mainly for those who try to make a living out of it.
Another sad truth is the fact that most players lose money, along with the high rakes paid.

That's why you should look at poker as a hobby. Have fun while you play it, or don't.
Secure yourself a stable job and if you're into playing poker, do it on your spare time.

[maxima191]

I'm sure this happens daily but only a few make the national news.

[pokerponed]

Sad.... R.I.P. T&Ps for his family