Poker Pro Seeks Advice for First Offline Multi-Table Tournament

Säm Lang is preparing to play his first offline multi-table tournament at the UKIPT in Bristol with a buy-in of 700+70£. He seeks advice from experienced players on how to adapt his online strategies to the offline environment.

Adapting to Offline Play

Säm Greenwood advises playing without music or a tablet to quickly gather information about opponents. He notes that young players are more likely to be aggressive, but many will play cautiously in a 700£ tournament. For comfort, especially for a first tournament, Säm Greenwood recommends wearing a hoodie and dark glasses.

Phil Galfond advises playing confidently without fear of being read by opponents, as most won't track tells. He also suggests focusing on the systematic aspects of their game, such as positional play and standard lines, rather than trying to outthink opponents.