Can poker be good for people?
Yes, kasi nung dati magulo buhay ko puro away gulo and pasaway ako then i learn the game and apply to my life kung ano mga natutunan ko.
We decided to start this feature with a quote.
When he said it, we felt the passion of the man. Who are we talking about?
Royly “chipblaze” Oracion
His record may not be that impressive on the GPI. but he loves poker and is not too shy to say it.
He is still a newcomer compared to the other players but he could be one of the future poker stars. Just before the lockdown, he was seen at the final table of the Main event at Pokerstars Live Manila at Okada.
How did this passionate man start his poker career? what has he been doing during the pandemic?
Let us find out.
Virtual coffee cups and answers to some questions.
How did you start playing poker?
Saw it on twitter may pokerstars ako na nakita, naging interesado ako so nag laro ako kasama pinsan ko. 2/4 blinds and tournament style.
Who is your poker idol and why?
My Foreign poker idol is Tom Dwan because of the way he play and his popularized staredowns to prevent giving out obvious information to his opponents. Local Idol: Emmanuel Segismundo, he is all about technicalities and explain every poker hands simple. he’s one of my coaches. other one is Florencio Campomanes he’s my spiritual coach. LOL
What were you doing during the lockdown?
I took it as an opportunity to learn and focus on spending more time with my family. i also helped my wife with her new online business.
Tell us more about your wife business
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Now that the world is opening, what are your plans?
SIMPLE LANG, waiting for live tournaments and ang dami ko natutunan sa buhay lalo na itong punyetang pandemic. “shove and pray ika nga” lol. Planning to focus sa lahat ng puwedeng pagkakitaan. MONEY MONEY BABY!
why do you love poker?
I love poker because of money, people, friends, action and excitements. ” im a degen person so im into hustlin money and enjoy the game.” SA TAGALOG SUGALERO AKO.
What do you think a poker player should possess to win?
You guys already know, I AM CHIPBLAZE, I AM WHAT I AM. so you should always think positive, patience, specially right timing. in general din ito pwede i apply sa buhay. nothings perfect brotherman laro lang ng laro hanggat matuto. di naman ako mahilig mag basa eh basta laro lang DONT QUIT. STAY BLAZED!
Did you learn anything due to the pandemic?
Lesson: nakita ko kung sino mga tunay kong kaibigan, yung nanjan padin kahit anong mangyari sayo, natuto akong kumilos ng tama, maging dakilang AMA, natutong Magpasalamat sa Diyos at Respeto sa kapwa. other than that, I’m still blazin’ Ganon padin ako nagbago lang ang lahat pero ganon parin ako. SALUDO SA MGA MALALAKAS AT TOTOO SA PALIGID KO.
Any message to our readers?
My message to all the pokerplayers out there, STAY HUMBLE, be blessed whatever you have and continue to learn, mistakes and perfection. KUDOS My message sa haters ko jan: IM STILL BLAZIN mofos! ahahaha “sa mga chismozo jan okay kami ni garfield, isa kang tunay na lalaki kung marunong kang magpakumbaba at marunong tumanggap ng mali.” LOL
