Renowned PLO specialist Dirk Gerritse, known by his screen name “Venividi1993”, has successfully completed his ambitious poker challenge of turning $100,000 into $1,000,000 playing online poker. Gerritse took on this challenge to prove to himself that he could succeed on his own without relying on the support network that helped him in the past.
In a celebratory post marking the end of this 20-month journey, Dirk pledged to donate 10% of his earnings to charity as a way to give back. Throughout this endeavor, the Dutch pro regularly interacted with his audience, even venturing into live streaming to keep his followers engaged.
Building the Right Poker Strategy: Dirk’s Approach and Tools
One of the most frequent questions Gerritse received from fans during this journey was about how he organizes his poker study. In response, Dirk shared a detailed list of his preferred tools and resources, highlighting that this isn’t just about software, but also the importance of having a mentor or coach. He credits this guidance as a critical factor in shaping his poker career.
Here are Dirk’s recommendations for key poker tools and channels:
- Preflop Strategy: For refining preflop decision-making, Dirk uses PreflopWhiz and Monker Trainer.
- Flop and Turn Play: His go-to resource is Run It Once Vision GTO Trainer, which helps him strategize effectively.
- River Strategy: He relies on a combination of Vision and Monker Trainer to break down river spots and fine-tune his approach.
In addition to these tools, Dirk suggests several YouTube channels to learn more about both PLO and NLHE:
- 2 Card Confidence: Excellent for understanding NLHE strategy and solver results.
- JNandez: A go-to source for solid PLO fundamentals.
- RaiseYourEdge: High-quality content for mastering MTTs.
- Guerrilla Poker: Theoretical content focusing on exploitative NLHE strategies.
For those who prefer written content, Dirk highly recommends the book “Mathematics of Poker” to deepen your theoretical understanding of the game.
Reflecting on the Journey
Gerritse openly acknowledges the support from his community as a major factor in staying motivated, particularly when the journey became challenging. To give back, he’s committed to continuing to engage with his audience and sharing insights into his journey and strategies.
