Poker Forum

Off the Felt is interviewing your favorite people in the poker industry to find out more about their lives — you've got it — off the felt. We recently sat down with Maria Ho to talk a little poker, Australia, and her adventures.

How did you start playing poker?

I learned how to play several different card games as a child from my grandfather but it wasn't until college that I really discovered Texas hold'em and began playing more regularly. When I wasn't in class I'd hit the local Indian Casinos to grind and work on my game.

Where is your favorite tournament stop?

Aussie Millions, hands...