The night before a tournament matters more than most players realize.
1. Review Your Favorite Hands
Spend 15 minutes with your top 8 hands until they feel automatic.
2. Pack Your Bag
Card, extra pens, a light snack, layers for the air conditioning.
3. Sleep
A well-rested brain processes tiles faster and makes fewer defensive errors.
4. Eat a Real Breakfast
Tournament rounds run 3-4 hours. Do not rely on willpower and coffee.
5. Arrive 20 Minutes Early
Find your table, greet your opponents, get settled.