What will poker be like in 2036? Predicting it seems like a much more complicated bet than calculating a river, but Matt Savage
One of his main bets is on Kristen Foxen
Perhaps the most striking forecast involves Benny Glaser
However, Savage did not only put names on the table. He also imagined structural changes for the industry.
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According to his vision, in a decade there will be fewer poker clubs and circuits in the United States, while the game will continue expanding internationally, with an increase in clubs and opportunities around the planet. A trend that would deepen the internationalization that poker already experiences today.
His last prediction touches on one of the most recurring debates of recent years: electronic devices.
Savage believes that by 2036 phones, tablets, and other devices will be directly banned during tournaments, leaving behind an image that is currently completely common: players looking at their screens while waiting for the next hand.
Will he be right?
Ten years in poker may seem like an eternity. But if this game has shown anything, it is that seemingly impossible records, emerging markets, and new rules can change the scene much faster than expected. Now Savage has already laid his cards on the table. We just have to wait until 2036 to see how many connected with the board.
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