Big prizes await poker players in several tournaments coming this summer The upcoming 2024 Wynn Summer Classic poker series will take place at the magnificent Wynn Las Vegas from May 22 through July 17. A whopping 98 tournaments and more than $37 million in prize money will be distributed among the winners. The highlight of the series is the $10,400 No-Limit Hold
Month: April 2024
$12.5 Million Venom shaping up for overlay value
It was another big weekend for our $12.5 Million GTD Venom, with 788 entrants for yesterday’s Day 1C. We’re currently sitting at 2,889 total entrants for our biggest tourney ever, which is a very good turnout, but it looks like there could be a value-driven overlay for our players. If you’re licking your chops at
Sunday Recap: $12.5 Million Venom Continues
The $12.5 Million Venom, our biggest tournament ever, continued yesterday with Day 1C. Players not only logged on in droves to take advantage of this massive event, but we also hosted several Venom Specials and our signature Sunday tournaments. Get all the exciting details in our April 21st Sunday Recap. $750,000 Venom Special Sunday High
WSOP Circuit Ladies Event crowns first-time winner
Christine Davis picks up her first WSOP Circuit title following a strong run Event #10, the $300 Ladies Event at the 2024 World Series of Poker Circuit Playground, has ended after almost 14 hours. Christine Davis was the last woman standing at the end after she beat Nancy Brett heads-up for her first WSOP Circuit (WSOPC)
Latest Bitcoin halving now in the books
The halving went off without a glitch on April 20 Bitcoin underwent its fourth halving event after the 840,000th block was mined on April 20, reducing mining rewards by 50%. Now, Bitcoin miners started to receive 3.125 BTC per mined block, down from the previous award of 6.25 BTC. Bitcoin halving is an ongoing protocol process that occurs with
Tips for making successful UFC prop bets
Take your UFC prop betting experience to a new level with a few proven strategies Making successful UFC prop bets can add an extra layer of excitement to watching fights while potentially boosting your betting profits. Prop bets, short for proposition bets, allow you to wager on specific outcomes or events within a UFC fight beyond just
Strategies for early and late surrenders in online blackjack
Surrenders can save you from greater losses, but you should use them sparingly In online blackjack, utilizing early and late surrenders strategically can be key to minimizing potential losses in certain situations. Knowing when and how to employ these options effectively can significantly boost your overall performance. Early surrender permits you to forfeit your hand and only lose half of your original bet before
Alabama gambling discussion continues this week
Lawmakers could be ready to tackle various gambling bills before the end of April Alabama gambling legislation has been a controversial topic and is scheduled for another round of deliberation as lawmakers determine the fate of the biggest gambling expansion in the state’s history. Lawmakers will convene sometime between today and April 26 to consider a bill that would
How to use pot odds and implied odds in Pot-Limit Hold’em
Being able to quickly analyze the odds at the table will give you a leg up on the competition In Pot-Limit Hold’em, mastering the concepts of pot odds and implied odds can greatly enhance your decision-making skills and overall success at the tables. Understanding how to use these odds effectively allows you to make informed choices regarding whether to
Poker Hall of Famer Crandell Addington passes away
The long-time poker road warrior succumbed to injuries suffered in a recent fall Celebrated Texas “road gambler” Crandell Addington passed away at the age of 85 on April 14 after battling difficulties from a fall he suffered late last year. A “Celebration of Life” for the Poker Hall of Famer will take place at Paisanos Restaurant in Lincoln
Aram Zobian named this year’s US Poker Open champion
The tournament series has drawn to a close after several outstanding performances The 2024 US Poker Open (USPO) series points race was decided at the final table of the last tournament scheduled with the player who finished higher between Aram Zobian and Jesse Lonis winning the championship. However, Zobian had an easier path, as Lonis needed not only to win the
Strategies for floating and barreling in Pot-Limit Omaha
There’s a lot that goes into properly analyzing floating and barreling in PLO In Pot-Limit Omaha (PLO), floating and barreling are advanced strategies that require a deep understanding of hand ranges, board textures and opponent tendencies. These techniques can be highly effective when executed correctly, allowing players to gain value or bluff in situations where they don’t have a strong