Posted by Dr Fro 11:13 AM
OK ok, I said I wasnt goint to go into why shootouts are a sorry format. Here's why:
1. If the best 3 players are at the same table, one of them cannot go to the final table. In other words, randomness plays a larger role than skill.
2. Guys have to sit out whil others still play. This sucks to know that you could be building your stack but instead you are scratching your ass.
3. Sorthanded play becomes a factor early in the tournament. THis isnt so bad, bc shorthanded play is an important skill. However, I think it is the equivilant of putting out the 18th green at Augusta before you even make the turn. If the analogy is lost, I don't apologise.
BTW, thanks for all the reads, the hit counter is showing 20 odd hits per day.
Random thoughts from a lawyer, an accountant, a commodities trader, an ex-Marine and a WSOP Main Event money finisher that don't know as much as they wish they did...