Trapped Chilean miners keeping spirits up by playing poker

From the pitch to the pitch black… It’s been revealed that one of the 33 Chilean miners trapped underground is none other than Chilean international footballer Franklin Lobos, who went to work in the mines when his days on the playing field were done. While it’s expected that Lobos and the other miners may have to wait months until they can once again see the world topside, they’re finding ingenious ways to pass the time, including playing poker, which Lobos’ daughter claims is “good for his mind.” Poker… Is there anything it can’t do? Read more.

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