Are You Out Already?! The Poker Question that Annoys Us All!

Sunday, May 16, 2010

Are You Out Already?! The Poker Question that Annoys Us All!

There is nothing worse than being knocked out of a poker tournament, heading to the toilet then to the bar to be asked by person after person “Are you out already?” It is like these people do it to annoy the living shit out of you! As if it isn’t bad enough you have lost a little form or had your ass whooped by a donkey player and been sent to the rail – these questioners want to annoy you even further!

Not only are they annoying you and making you even madder about being knocked out but they are making you re-live the hand that just ruined your tournament life and your night. The last thing you want to be doing is remembering that bad beat and repeating the story over and over again. Regardless, we all know it happens and we do.

Is it actually the case though that these people are deliberately annoying you or even mocking your play? It’s a really simple one to answer. Not every player is asked this question “Are you out already?” when their poker tournament is history and they are back to being a railing snoop. Some people are knocked out and it isn’t noticed as they head to the rail line up or – the bar!

Before getting annoyed and wanting to slap them in the head for the further insult on your nights play; have a good hard think. Why are they asking me this?
I personally take this question as a compliment! They actually expect you to still be playing! I have asked the best pros in the world this question! My words: “Oh my god! Are you out already?” I don’t ask as an annoyer or insulter but because I am shocked!

Use the askers to air your annoyance, head to the rail and watch Mr or Mrs Donkey who knocked you out give your chips away to the lucky recipient and enjoy your night! Alternatively – go home and play some internet poker and be prepared for your online mates to repeat the question "Are you out already?"