Petr Sochurek has been playing Magic since he was 11, and started grinding PTQs and GPs at about 16. He qualified to Valencia, where he made top 16 at his first Pro Tour with Merfolk. He’s a Platinum Level Pro with 4 Grand Prix top 8, including a finals at Rimini and a win at Paris.
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First SetRavnica City of Guilds
Favorite SetLorwyn
Favorite CardVenser, Shaper Savant
What makes Magic: The Gathering fun for you?Petr loves to win. He enjoys the challenge and complications.
Early ChallengePetr learned how to learn. After each game, Petr asks what he could have done better.
Breakthrough MomentWhen Petr was 18-19 he qualified for his first Pro Tour.
Worst Magic MomentPetr lost his first PPTQ final and didn't qualify for the Pro Tour. He learned how bad he wanted the Pro Tour and prepared even harder.
Proudest Magic MomentMaking Platinum in 2016. To get there he practiced every day online.
What Have You Learned From MagicPetr has become more analytical.
Magic MentorLukas Blohon, Martin Juza
Tournament Day TipsGet some sleep and practice wake up at the time you would for the tournament. Bananas and fruits.
Deepest Thing You've Learned About YourselfPetr learned if he really wants something he willing to sacrifice for it.
Biggest Mistake Players MakePeople make the 80% right play. People don't think through their play and don't realize when they should make the 20% play.
How to Effectively Prepare for a Big EventPetr is open to playing any deck. He talks with other players and knows that just because his good players mean he knows everything.
Parting GuidanceYou can learn from every single game. Don't complain.
Magic Resource Connect With Petr SochurekTwitter:@PetrKikac
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