New TV series mixes poker and golf
An innovative new television programme will pitch the top stars of the poker world against the pick of the golfing profession.
With both games requiring deep levels of concentration, skill and an ability to dig deep when the chips are down, the new series will see opposing players competing in a set of challenges designed to test their range of skills.
The Golf and Poker Invitational show will be produced by the World Golf League (WGL) and Mandalay Sports Action Entertainment (MSAE), according to Poker News.
Six top PGA players will take on six poker pros in a crossover competition where the winner takes all.
David Salzberg, MSAE president, said: “Poker and golf are a perfect match and offer tremendous broadcasting opportunities.
“This is a reality concept that will definitely resonate with viewers, participants, and corporate partners, and we anticipate our only real challenge to be limiting the field to six poker pros and six golfers.”
The WGL echoed Salzberg’s comments and said that the mix of poker and golf fans will add an extra dimension to proceedings.
Its statement read: “Working with Mandalay and what we’re certain will be a group of recognized and accomplished poker and golf professionals will bring this next concept to life, and we can’t wait to see those pros take their ‘chips’ from one discipline to the next.”