Author Archives: Niall Smyth

Monday Final Day I went into the final table as chip leader. I can remember looking at it on the Paddy Power blog the night before and thinking ‘Is that really me there with 2 million in chips?’ Before the … Continue reading →

Sunday Day 3 Day 3 was the least eventful day for me. The table was very aggro with the bubble burst. People wanted to get in a position to either win the tournament or go home. I tightened up a … Continue reading →

Saturday Day 2 So I make day 2. I’m starting below average but I’m in a better mindset. My plan is to pick the best spots possible to get all my chips in and double up. I know this sounds … Continue reading →

Well for all of you who don’t know me I’m Niall Smyth and was lucky enough to be crowned the Irish Open Winner 2011.I was also the first sole survivor to win it.This is an account of my experience playing … Continue reading →