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March 22, 2025 4 mins
In this solo voice note, Dr. Tricia Cardner breaks down Phil Hellmuth’s recent announcement that he’s skipping the 2025 WSOP Main Event—claiming it’s become too much of a mental grind.


  • Is the Main Event really an endurance test now?
  • What role does mental stamina play in long tournaments?
  • How can you prepare to go deep when the pressure is on?


Tricia shares insights from performance psychology, discusses the impact of aging on decision-making, and gives practical tips to help you build your mental endurance at the table.

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