For many poker fans, the mysterious world of backing, staking and swapping in poker are complete unknowns. Conversations on these topics happen frequently between some of the best — and richest — poker players around the world, but a spotlight is rarely shone on this particular area of poker's hidden underworld.
In a recent blog post, poker player Lynne Ji (pictured) explained in more detail about how staking deals come about, how people make money through them and why, in her opinion, you probably shouldn't back anyone.