From Bust to Building

A project by Mapz Poker

This is the unfiltered journey of a poker player on the grind. Follow the highs, the lows, the lessons learned, and the ultimate fight to turn a bust into a breakthrough.

The Story

After many years as a successful poker professional, a 3-month bender in Taipei quickly depleted my bankroll to critical levels. Now, I'm on a mission to rebuild and prove that discipline, grit, and a million hands can change everything. This is more than poker; it's a journey of self-improvement and turning life around.

The Challenges

These are the core challenges driving the channel.

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The $100k Challenge

The ultimate bankroll challenge. Follow me as I grind my way from my starting bankroll to reach the ultimate goal of $100,000.

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A Million Hands in a Year

A test of discipline, endurance, and skill. This extreme volume grind is the engine of my journey and the foundation of my professional poker career.

Mini Challenges

In between the major challenges, I'll be taking on smaller, focused goals to keep the grind fresh and the content engaging.

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Lockdown Challenges

Focused grinds to hit a specific goal in a short, intense period.

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Volume Challenges

Pushing the limits of how many hands can be played in a set amount of time.

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Hourly Rate Challenges

Can I make $X per hour at a specific stake for a set number of hours?

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Testing New Sites

Exploring and reviewing new online poker rooms and apps.

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Travel Grinds

Mixing poker with new locations, vlogging the entire experience.

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Shot Taking

Aggressively moving up to the next stake and documenting the results.