Stories

A collection of stories of people, Places
and other memorable stuff related
to Poker
Stories
An interview with Ken Ogoratikal

An interview with Ken Ogoratikal

Hey, poker playas! Ken Ogoratikal is one of the friendliest poker players on the field. But make no mistake, he can play the regular big cash games in Manila without breaking a sweat. He recently participated in the Pokerstars Live special tournament held at Okada...

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The Malate Poker house War

The Malate Poker house War

Hey, Poker playas! So far there have been no updates if poker rooms will re-open in Manila. Since it's Thursday, so we have a throwback special. Yeah, we admit we don't know how much we can write about it today or how many parts this would be. But its nice to revisit...

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The Philippine Poker Tour (PPT) 2012

The Philippine Poker Tour (PPT) 2012

Hey, poker playas! It is Thursday, so for this week. we would like to share a story of a great person who wanted to share his dream with his fellow Filipino. He had a dream and the capabilities to push his dream. And he did. This is the story. The poker industry back...

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ACF – The first poker room in Manila

ACF – The first poker room in Manila

Hey, poker players! The future is still uncertain when live poker rooms will be back. It's time to look back at the past and maybe learn a thing or two. It was more than a decade ago that a poker room opens inside a casino. Sadly It was a time that cameras on phones...

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Stories from old Malate – Hista (Part 2)

Stories from old Malate – Hista (Part 2)

Hey, poker playas! This is now part 2 of the story of Hista. We are sharing part 1 and part 2 on the same day as what we are after if to tell the story. the stories of the past can help people see the new future. Now back to the story A cup of coffee and a sad story...

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Stories from old Malate – Hista (Part 1)

Stories from old Malate – Hista (Part 1)

Hey, Poker playas! We admit that life is tough nowadays. A new variant and lockdown measures are in place.  Whether you live in the Philippines or not. The future can look a little depressing. But always remember, you have the power to change. Sometimes all you need...

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The family man – Janno Eliel Cruz Alvarez

The family man – Janno Eliel Cruz Alvarez

While the world moves forward and live poker events are coming back to Asia, The Philippines took a step back due to the coronavirus. Yes, a lot of organizers may have moved forward with other countries and may have left the Philippines out of their future plans. It...

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Blazing with passion – Royly “chipblaze” Oracion

Blazing with passion – Royly “chipblaze” Oracion

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...

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Don’t take things for granted – Emmanuel Segismundo

Don’t take things for granted – Emmanuel Segismundo

It has been more than a year since Metro Manila went into lockdown to stop the growth of the coronavirus. People's lives were turned upside down as the government scrambled to do its best to stop the spread of the disease. Yes. it was bad for a lot of people. but then...

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Nothing in life comes easy – John Costiniano

Nothing in life comes easy – John Costiniano

There are people who dreamed of living the poker player life. but those who are living it will tell you it's not the easiest road. It takes discipline and determination. Even those who are successful will tell you that you need to continue studying and learning. poker...

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