Dara O’Kearney is planning ahead for the 2026 WSOP, and his approach is all about embracing the science.

He says that studying ICM and multi-way pots is the latest edge, thanks to solvers finally catching up to multi-way complexity.

According to Dara, “If you play by these, you’re going to win.”

He’s also working on his mental game and how he’s perceived at the table, admitting he used to treat poker a bit too much like a social event. “When you’re in a hand, you should give your entire focus to making the best decision that you can.”