POKER2012.org

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Join the movement to make Poker an Olympic Sport in the 2012 London Games

The movement is forming. From the fold out table informal games in garages to casinos around the world, we play poker.

Poker has become the largest spectator and participation sport in the world. The time has come.

Let's make Poker an Olympic Sport in 2012.

Click here to sign our Online Petition

The International Poker Association Federation, has taken the appropraite steps to recognized as a International Sports Federation. The IPAF has ensured that their statutes, practices and activities conform with the Olympic Charter.

Acording to the Olympic Charter:

"Olympism is a philosophy of life, exalting and combining in a balanced whole the qualities of body, will and mind. Blending sport with culture and education, Olympism seeks to create a way of life based on the joy found in effort, the educational value of good example and respect for universal fundamental ethical principles."
Olympic Charter, Fundamental principles, paragraph 2

Poker embodies the Olympic Spirit.

Visit the International Poker Federation Association via this link

All participants will adhere to the rules as stated in the Olympic Charter. Most notably, the anti-doping policy. IPFA will conduct effective out-of-competition tests in accordance with the established rules.

This compititon will be open to all Poker athletes. Thus, the tournament will be co-ed. men, women and disabled will compete on a level playing field. There will be no weight classes, like boxing or judo.

This is a competition for the love of the game. There is no cash prize for winning. There will be a Medal Ceremony.

CLICK HERE FOR TOURNAMENT INFO

The time has come, the time is now!