Billionaire Mark Zuckerberg Discovered Engaging in $2/$5 Poker Games at Casinos in Las Vegas - Is He Stretching His Wealth?
Mark Zuckerberg: Forgoing Big-Time Gambling, Dabbling in Poker
When it comes to flaunting wealth and splurging on lavish expenses, billionaires have a well-earned reputation. However, that's not the case with Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg, who recently posted clips on his Instagram stories of him playing $2/$5 poker at the Wynn Las Vegas, a relatively tame bet for a man boasting a net worth of $207 billion.
At 40, Zuckerberg, known for keeping a low profile, could be seen taking a sizable pot and receiving cheers from his fellow players in a private game. Among them was Australian UFC fighter Alexander Volkanovski. Apparently, the Meta CEO was in town with his wife for UFC 313, having developed a recent interest in mixed martial arts (MMA).
In fact, he's been quite visible in the UFC community. Zuckerberg has been spotted in the corner of Volkanovski last year during his bout against Ilia Topuria in UFC 298. But all this attention from UFC fans might not be entirely positive.
Several UFC enthusiasts believe there's a supposed "Zuckerberg curse." Numerous fighters reportedly slumped into losing streaks right after appearing in photos with the tech tycoon, including Volkanovski, Kai Wurm, Israel Adesanya, and most recently, Alex Pereira.
However, Zuckerberg has largely kept quiet about poker in the past, making it hard to gauge his skills at the table. The only time he mentioned it was during a podcast with Joe Rogan, where he shared his thoughts on how virtual reality could allow players to feel like they're at a poker table, all while relaxing in the comfort of their own homes.
To be clear, there's no evidence or discussion of a "Zuckerberg curse" in UFC. Zuckerberg is more widely recognized for his tech ventures than his sports or gaming pursuits. And when it comes to professional poker, Zuckerberg's involvement, if any, remains inconspicuous in the poker community.
- Despite his wealth, Mark Zuckerberg, the Facebook founder, opted for a relatively small bet in a poker game at the Wynn Las Vegas.
- During the UFC 313 in Las Vegas, Zuckerberg was spotted playing poker with Australian UFC fighter Alexander Volkanovski.
- In the UFC community, there appears to be a supposed "Zuckerberg curse," with fighters like Volkanovski, Kai Wurm, Israel Adesanya, and Alex Pereira reportedly experiencing losing streaks after appearing in photos with Zuckerberg.
- In a podcast with Joe Rogan, Zuckerberg expressed his thoughts on how virtual reality could enhance the poker experience, allowing players to feel as if they're at a real casino while relaxing at home.
- Contrary to the "Zuckerberg curse" belief, Zuckerberg is more recognized for his tech ventures, and his involvement in sports, gaming, or professional poker remains inconspicuous in both the UFC and poker communities.
