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PropInsider Radar Events FTMO Trader Loses 5% After Near Pass
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FTMO Trader Loses 5% After Near Pass

Event Date: Aug 6, 2026

Analysis Summary

A trader on FTMO Phase 1 reached 9.5% gain and was just 0.5% shy of passing the challenge, but suffered an impatient, revenge trade that erased nearly 5% in a single day. Now down to 4.6%, the trader broke all rules and seeks advice on recovering psychologically and treating the challenge anew. This incident highlights the risks of emotional decision-making under pressure in proprietary trading. Click below to learn more about FTMO

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