Five Tennis Players Who Have Become Poker Stars

Tennis has been a springboard to poker stardom for more than one player over the years.

Rafael Nadal is a 14-time French Open winner and a tennis player who also plays poker. He has yet to make a name for himself in poker as he has on the court.

Boris Becker is a three-time Wimbledon winner and a big name among tennis fans. He is also a professional poker player. His winnings of up to C$111,000 are a testament to this.

Gus Hansen is a Danish poker player. He started playing tennis at age 5. His first tournament was in 2011 when he finished second. Gus has become one of the most successful players online, with over $3 million in live profits alone.

David Benyamine was a professional tennis player. He retired from the sport because of a chronic shoulder injury. Now he plays poker.

Patrik Antonius is a Finnish professional poker player. He has won over C$12 million in live tournaments and two WPT titles. Patrik Antonios was also a tennis player, but he had to retire due to injury.

Some tennis players have become successful players of online poker. Tennis players focus on the commitment and discipline taught in tennis. Poker players use their tennis and sports psychology skills to succeed at the tables. . . Five Tennis Players Who Have Become Poker Stars.

Some tennis players have become successful poker players. Tennis and poker are not only different sports but also have many similarities.