The California player picked up his first WSOP Circuit ring and a six-figure payday Luis Yepez emerged victorious at the WSOP Circuit Southern Indiana Main Event, besting a field of 338 entries in the $1,700 buy-in No-Limit Hold ’em tournament. With his win, Yepez took home $111,979 and earned his first WSOP Circuit gold ring,
Month: October 2024
The Science of Set Mining: When To Play Small Pocket Pairs in Texas Hold’em
Set mining small pocket pairs in Texas Hold’em requires several key components Set mining, or playing small pocket pairs with the hope of hitting a three-of-a-kind (a “set”) on the flop, is a popular strategy in Texas Hold’em. When done correctly, set mining can be a powerful tool for building a stack, but success hinges
World Poker Tour Heads to Jacksonville October 31
The series includes the Bestbet Scramble Championship and other events The World Poker Tour (WPT) is gearing up to return to Jacksonville October 31, with the highly anticipated Bestbet Scramble Championship. Running through November 19, the festival promises an exciting lineup of poker events and a total of over $1.5 million in prize guarantees. The
Coinbase to Sponsor the Golden State Warriors Following FTX Implosion
This is the first crypto-related sponsorship to appear after the FTX debacle Coinbase has announced a recent sponsorship of the NBA’s Golden State Warriors, marking a significant move as crypto sponsorships in sports rebound following the collapse of FTX. This new deal fills a notable void left after FTX’s partnership with the Warriors ended in
Understanding the Puck Line in NHL Betting
Understanding the puck line can help you make smarter, more strategic bets The puck line in NHL betting is similar to the point spread in other sports, but with its own unique twist. It’s a way to even the odds between two hockey teams by giving a virtual advantage or disadvantage, typically of 1.5 goals.
How To Set Realistic Goals While Playing Online Blackjack
Monitor your progress by tracking key information to make the most of the experience Setting realistic goals is crucial for a satisfying and sustainable experience in online blackjack. Having clear, achievable objectives can help you stay focused, keep your bankroll in check, and enjoy the game without getting frustrated or losing more than you can
Thailand Needs More Time to Figure Out Casino Legislation
The government is going to delay taking further action until it better understands the industry Thailand’s government has decided to take a step back on its plans to legalize casino entertainment complexes, opting for more discussions with coalition members and stakeholders before moving forward. The proposal, spearheaded by the Pheu Thai-led administration, aims to establish
Bill Byrnes Earns First RGPS Ring in Kansas City
The $1,100 buy-in event saw a prize pool that swelled to over $400,000 After a hard-fought Main Event at Harrah’s Casino in Kansas City, MO, Bill Byrnes claimed his first RunGood Poker Series (RGPS) ring. The $1,100 buy-in event drew in a competitive field of 415 entrants over three initial flights, generating a sizable prize
Common Mistakes To Avoid When Playing Flush Draws in Texas Hold ’em
Being mindful of common errors can save chips and help you get more value from your flush draws Playing flush draws in Texas Hold ’em can be exciting, but it’s easy to make mistakes that cost chips or even entire hands. Many players rely too heavily on flush draws, only to find that some common
Recent Poker Meet-up Game at Playground Draws Big Names
WPT Global Ambassador Brad Owen and others highlighted the recent session A recent poker Meet-Up Game (MUG) at Playground Poker Club in Montreal drew a large crowd and some of the biggest names in poker. Held on October 21 as part of the World Poker Tour (WPT) Montreal, this MUG saw popular poker vlogger and
Winter’s Coming Early: Get Ready for Our $20 Million Winter Online Super Series!
Winter’s arrived early at ACR Poker, and we’re not talking about a light dusting. We’re unleashing a blizzard of action with our Winter Online Super Series (WOSS), and it’s going to be a wild ride! From November 10th to 25th, we’re storming the online poker world with a frosty $20 Million in guaranteed prize pools
Sunday Recap: Dual Venom PKO’s finish Day 1 options
Our Dual Venom PKO’s wrapped up their Day 1’s yesterday in exciting fashion, with both tourneys easily exceeding their guarantees. We also had Day 2 of our Venom Warmup and tons of Venom Specials too. Read our October 27th Sunday Recap for full details. Dual Venom PKO tournaments. Our $5 Million NLH PKO and $1.5