Fabiano Stefanini: vita, segreti e speranze di un Floorman

What does a floorman really do in a live poker tournament? In this interview, we go behind the scenes of tournament organization with Fabiano Stefanini, senior floorman and a historic figure in Italian live poker. From table management to dispute resolution, from dealing with dealers to the role of Tournament Director, Fabiano explains what it means to be a floorman: referee, mediator, technician, psychologist, and often even a "fireman" when tensions rise at the table. We also discuss rules, big blind antes, differences between circuits, TDA rules, poker variants, mixed games, and some incredible anecdotes from over twenty years in the world of live tournaments. There's also a surprising aside about music: during Covid, Fabiano contributed to an international project with 1,000 professional musicians from 83 countries around the world. An interview exploring technique, humor, and real casino life, to better understand a key yet often invisible figure in live poker. 📌 In this interview: 00:00 Intro 00:28 What is a floorman? 01:16 The relationship between floorman and Tournament Director 02:26 How Fabiano Stefanini got into poker 04:08 Working as a floorman: freelance or casino 05:16 Big blind, antes, and rules in modern tournaments 07:48 The music project during Covid 09:34 Why the floor is called to the table 11:24 Different rules between circuits and TDA regulations 13:24 Variants, mixed games, and the future of live poker 15:00 Anecdotes from the table and difficult moments 17:49 Schedules, fatigue, and tournament life 👉 Subscribe to the Assopoker channel for more interviews, stories, and content from the world of live poker. ⚠️ DISCLAIMER ⚠️ Assopoker is an information portal and is not a remote gaming operator. Gambling is prohibited for those under 18 and can cause pathological addiction. Play responsibly and always consult the odds of winning and current regulations on the official ADM websites. © 2026 Assopoker – All rights reserved The content (text, images, and videos) is protected by copyright and may not be reproduced without permission.