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The quote says poker should be played with discipline: try to reduce losses when a hand is weak and get the most value when a hand is strong. It frames good poker as making steady, practical decisions rather than chasing every pot. The emphasis is on careful risk management from one hand to the next.
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Original Language & Translation
Originally said in English.
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About Daniel Negreanu
Canadian professional poker player
Daniel Negreanu is a Canadian professional poker player. He is known for his success in major tournament poker, including eight World Series of Poker bracelets and two World Poker Tour championship titles. In 2014, Global Poker Index named him the best poker player of the previous decade. His reputation comes from sustained high-level results in the game, and his name has become closely associated with elite tournament play.
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