301: GP Champion Gabriel Joglar on Rising Up and How to Handle Salt Gracefully (GP Orlando 1st Place)

301: GP Champion Gabriel Joglar on Rising Up and How to Handle Salt Gracefully (GP Orlando 1st Place)

Author: Shaun Penrod talks tips and stories with professional Magic: The Gathering September 7, 2018 Duration: 35:15

Gabriel Joglar is the Champion of Grand Prix Orlando 2018! Gabriel lives in Houston TX.

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First Set

M13

Favorite Set

Return to Ravnica

Favorite Card

Thragtusk

Early Challenge

Gabriel always felt the need to brew. He struggled with the balance between wanting to plan his own crazy stuff and proven competitive.

Worst Magic Moment

Gabriel had a string of losses at big events that was tough.

Proudest Magic Moment

Winning GP Orlando 2018 / Going to his first Pro Tour in Japan.

What Have You Learned From Magic

Magic has helped Gabriel handle losses.

Biggest Mistake Players Make

Controlling tilt. Handling your mistakes is hard but necessary.

Parting Guidance

Handle your salt. It's okay to be upset when you lose or don't do well, but its how you choose to act that matters.

Magic Resource

SCG, CFB, MTG Goldfish

Connect With Gabriel Joglar

Twitter:@GabrielJoglar ‏

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