Tear card likes and other poker superstitions

Poker players are very superstitious people. We can understand them, as their success often depends on luck. This is why they try to find a pattern even where there can be none. There is even a list of the most popular superstitions.

Special charms

Card protectors are worth referring to as such. They were originally designed to protect cards from external influences. But very quickly, professional gamblers decided that a lot depends on the right card protector. That’s why it’s important to find the right amulet.

A prime example is Doyle Brunson, who uses a lighter to attract luck. That said, for the “symbolic” sum of $400, the poker legend is willing to share the amulet with other players.

Other professionals also have their own talismans. Some use toys, others souvenir items. Almost every famous poker player has their own card protector.

The most popular poker superstitions

Nowadays, many card game enthusiasts on the internet share their observations about omens and superstitions. If you wish, you can even find a list of the most popular findings. The first place is occupied by an interesting superstition, according to which the card loves a tear and if you remember all the sad moments of poker in your hand, a good game is sure to follow.

In addition, many players prefer to enter the game on an empty stomach. Moreover, this superstition is confirmed by the professionals as well. For online poker players, there are many superstitions related to the place at the computer. They always wipe the monitor and manipulate the mouse before starting to play. Some even perform rituals before sitting down at the computer and never start the process without doing so.

Also, some poker players associate their luck with the right track in their playlist. Others prefer to go in with alcohol. Scotty Nguyen, for example, won the bracelet while absolutely drunk. However, not everyone trusts such superstition. On the contrary, many professionals believe that sitting down to play even a little bit drunk should not be. The fact is that even a small amount of alcohol affects a person’s state, his concentration and emotions. All this does not contribute to a successful game and leads to defeat. That’s why only a few professional poker players support this superstition.

Interesting omens from professional players

In general, having amulets, omens and talismans is not considered something extraordinary. However, for some players it all comes down to some strange things. For example, at one of the World Series of Poker championships, one player brought an entire watermelon with him and kept it by his side all the time.

Also, one may remember Sammy Farha, a poker player who always kept a cigarette in his teeth while playing. However, it was unlit. But not because smoking is forbidden at the table. The fact was that Sammy did not smoke at all, and he needed a cigarette for good luck. And after each move the player would throw away the unlucky cigarette and get a new one.

Another player brought his dog with him. The help of a four-legged friend was so obvious that another poker player offered a million dollars for the animal. All of these superstitions are controversial and do not guarantee success in the game. However, professional players do not care about such opinions. They sincerely believe that the right mascot will help them win. And no one can change their mind.