Ding Junhui, China's top first-class poker player, has attracted much attention. However, the ups and downs of his career have made one wonder: why did he fail to reach the heights of "winning"? This player from Yixing, China, has won many championships, but he has frequently lost himself on the field.
Ding Junhui's talent is undoubted, but for a long time, he lacked sustained faith. In gram competitions, belief is the key to success and controls the attitude and performance of the players. Ding's negative emotions and body language become his weakness, making it easy for opponents to spot and exploit. In contrast, Trump found his own "witchcraft" with self-confidence and showed outstanding performance.
Any athlete will go through a low period, and Ding Junhui is no exception. Frustration often interferes with their ability to concentrate and leads to frequent mistakes. More worryingly, these mistakes are often accompanied by strange reactions, such as slamming your head on the table during a match. This move not only sends a negative message, but also hurts yourself. In the Gram Arena, mental stability is crucial, otherwise victory will be out of reach.
*Gram is a very mentally challenging exercise, so the state of the brain is crucial. Ding Junhui needs to work hard to eliminate the psychological fog and find his true self. Thanks to the help of the likes of coach Terry Griffiths, he may be able to regain his vitality and reach the pinnacle of glory, even winning his first World Championship title.
As a talented player, Ding Junhui may be experiencing a stage of self-exploration and challenge. What he needs is not only skills and talent, but also firm belief and a stable mentality. Perhaps, when he crosses the psychological barrier, he will become an undefeated legend in the Circle.