226: Don’t Be Too Hard on Yourself with Simon Linabury

Simon Linabury rounds out the trio that took down Grand Prix Sydney 2017. Simon lives in Canberra, Australia.

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First Set

7th Edition

Favorite Set

Oath of the Gatewatch

Favorite Card

[draft]Siege Rhino[/draft]

Early Challenge

Figuring out what his opponent had and then what to do with the information. His test group was key in helping him overcome and learn.

Worst Magic Moment

Lost in finals of a Pro Tour qualifier. But what stands out is a Game Day when Simon was way ahead and still lost. He learned just because you ahead don’t mean you’ll win.

Proudest Magic Moment

Winning Grand Prix Sydney 2017.

What Have You Learned From Magic

Simon has hone analytical skills and applied that else where.

Biggest Growth

Simon is competitive but loves seeing there close to him doing well.

Biggest Mistake Players Make

Side boarding. Not having a good idea of how to side board in certain match ups. Are cards you’re putting in better than the cards you’re taking out.

How to Effectively Prepare for a Big Event

Identify the best decks and play the best build.

What’s in Your Tournament Bag

Deck box, dice, tokens, pen, paper, snacks

Parting Guidance

Don’t be too hard on yourself.

Magic Resource

CFB, SCG, MTG Mint Card, TCG Player

Connect With Simon Linabury

Twitter:@Winnerbury ‏

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