As the slimmer, moustache-free half of 1990s TV comedy duo Hale and Pace, Norman Pace was a pioneer of the alternative comedy scene, appearing in ground-breaking shows like Saturday Live, alongside Ben Elton and Stephen Fry. Now, once again, Pace is at the forefront of a new phenomenon – the poker explosion. Firmly establishing himself as a key figure at the tables, Norman’s earning respect from the pros for his grasp and command of the game.

HOW DID YOU GET INTO POKER?
About three years ago, I bumped into Barry Hearn at Stansted airport on our way to a charity golf tournament.