Billionaire Mark Zuckerberg Partakes in Low-Stakes Poker Games in Sin City Vegas
Zuck's Low-Key Gamble
In stark contrast to billionaires flaunting their wealth, Mark Zuckerberg, the 40-year-old mogul with a whopping $207bn net worth, casually posted footage playing $2/$5 poker at the high-end Wynn Las Vegas. Seemingly pocket change for this tech titan, these stakes are relatively small when considering his astronomical wealth.
Joining him in the game was Australian UFC fighter Alexander Volkanovski. The evening wasn't all about cards though; Zuckerberg and his missus were in town for UFC 313, fostering a recent interest in mixed martial arts (MMA). In fact, Zuckerberg has even been spotted in the corner supporting Volkanovski during his bout against Ilia Topuria in UFC 298.
UFC enthusiasts, however, have been rattled by a supposed "Zuckerberg curse." Some believe that associating with the Meta CEO has led to a series of losses for several fighters, most notably Volkanovski, Kai Wurm, Israel Adesanya, and the latest, Alex Pereira.
Zuckerberg's poker prowess has long remained under wraps. He only shared a tidbit during a podcast with Joe Rogan, hinting at the potential use of virtual reality to create a tangible poker table experience despite playing the game from the comfort of one's own home.
While he may have mastered the world of technology, questioning Zuckerberg's poker skills based on a low-stakes game could be premature. After all, the game might not truly reflect his strategic depth and skill level, as players often adjust their strategies based on the stakes, and low-stakes games might involve more relaxed or recreational play. Therefore, observing a player in a low-stakes setting may not reveal their full armory of poker skills.
Mark Zuckerberg, in Las Vegas for UFC 313 and UFC 298, showcased his interest in casino culture by playing low-stakes poker at the high-end Wynn Casino, alongside fellow poker enthusiast Alexander Volkanovski. Despite his casual approach to poker, his strategy and skills in casino-games like poker are yet to be fully tested, as suggested by his remarks about exploring virtual reality for a more immersive poker experience.
