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Our Writers

PokerRift's coverage comes from writers with real experience in the game - former tournament grinders, casino operations veterans, data journalists, and circuit reporters. Every byline links to the author's full archive and area of expertise.

Daniel Torres

Data & Statistics Reporter

Data journalist and poker statistics specialist. Built his own tracking tools for tournament data.

44 articles View profile →

Maria Santos

Senior Narrative Reporter

Sports journalist who pivoted to poker coverage in 2019. Background in MMA and boxing journalism.

39 articles View profile →

James Chen

Industry & Regulation Analyst

Poker industry analyst and former casino operations manager. Writes about the business side of poker.

37 articles View profile →

Emma Walsh

European Circuit Correspondent

Irish poker journalist covering the European live circuit. Based in Dublin, travels to every major stop.

34 articles View profile →

Alex Rivera

Tournament & Player Profile Writer

Former mid-stakes grinder turned writer. Played professionally for 6 years before switching to journalism.

28 articles View profile →

Sarah Mitchell

Senior Features Writer

Longtime poker media personality covering the game since the Moneymaker boom. Focuses on human interest stories.

28 articles View profile →

Jessica Chen

Staff Reporter

Poker industry writer covering operator news and promotional developments.

17 articles View profile →

Michael Park

Contributing Writer

Poker writer covering tournament series and player news.

8 articles View profile →