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PokerStrategy nominates the 5 most dangerous prop bets.

When there’s a good article out there that’s worth checking out, we’ve got you covered. Barry Carter over at PokerStrategy took a look back at some of the most dangerous prop bets to ever hit the poker circuit. From swimming with sharks to picking an unprovoked fight, these are some prop bets that – had they gone sideways (and some of them did) – could have lead to some real damage being done.

While all of those are incredibly dangerous, we submit one more for consideration.

Shaun Deeb dresses like a woman for the 2010 World Series of Poker Ladies Event.

Talk about taking your life into your own hands. Sure, it’s not dangerous in the traditional sense, but, according to the story, Deeb lost a “prop bet” in which he had to drag himself out of bed and register for the Ladies Event. If you thought that those women were amused at his antics, think again. While it’s debatable as to whether he was risking his life, he certainly risked his reputation as the backlash from his bet gone wrong almost killed his adorable public persona. So much, in fact, that Deeb had to issue a public statement of apology.

As long as there are action seeking junkies in the world of poker, there’s going to be dangerous and ridiculous prop bets. Miss the previous link? Go read PokerStrategy’s article on the 5 most dangerous prop bets.

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