The German poker pro adds another $1,696,950 to his growing stack Leon Sturm has added another major trophy to his growing résumé by winning the €100,000 (US$117,000) Super High Roller at EPT Barcelona. The 24-year-old German secured the title after reaching a heads-up deal with American pro David Coleman, earning a payout of €1,450,385 (US$1,696,950)
Month: August 2025
Finding the Right Balance Between Aggression and Caution in Texas Hold’em Tournaments
Ultimately, the strongest tournament players flow between both styles seamlessly Texas Hold’em tournaments reward players who can adapt, and one of the most important skills is knowing when to be aggressive and when to hold back. Striking the right balance between the two can determine whether you build a stack for a deep run or
Gods of Poker Ready To Take on Asia Later This Year
Poker continues to find an increasingly larger following across Asia Poker’s growth across Asia is showing no signs of slowing, and a new tour aims to add even more momentum later this year. Gods of Poker (GOP), a fresh live tournament series created by longtime industry figures Lloyd Fontillas and Ray Chiu, is set to
Choosing the Right Underdog Bets for Your Risk Level
Understanding Risk Profiles in Underdog Betting Underdog betting presents a spectrum of risk and reward opportunities that vary significantly based on the specific approach and context. Different bettors possess different risk tolerances, bankroll sizes, and psychological comfort levels with variance. The fundamental challenge lies in aligning one’s betting strategy with their individual risk profile. Selecting
$50 Million OSS XL Kicks Off Sunday, September 7th
The biggest series of the year is almost here, and it’s coming in huge. The OSS XL is the supersized version of our flagship tournament series, running from September 7th to 30th with a massive $50 million in guarantees. That’s more than three weeks of non-stop excitement, featuring everything from high-stakes Main Events to affordable
Sunday Recap: Final Flights Draw Crowds to Dual Venoms
Yesterday was huge at ACR Poker as players piled into the final Day 1 flights of our Dual Venoms. The $8 Million GTD NLH and $2 Million GTD PLO Mystery Bounty were front and center, but they weren’t the only action in town. Players also battled in Venom Specials and our signature Sunday tourneys, making
How to Win with MLS Underdog Bets
Understanding the MLS Underdog Landscape Major League Soccer presents a unique environment for strategic sports betting, particularly when considering underdog opportunities. The league’s structural characteristics—including salary cap mechanisms, extensive travel demands, and inherent match variability—create fertile ground for value-seeking bettors. Those who learn how to identify the right situations for MLS underdog bets can find
New US Bill Would Allow ‘Privateers’ To Target Crypto Theft, Cybercrime
The move comes amid an increase in cyberattacks and crypto theft A new proposal in Congress is reviving an old idea with a modern twist: using government-backed privateers to fight cybercrime and crypto theft. Introduced in August by Arizona Representative David Schweikert, the “Scam Farms Marque and Reprisal Authorization Act of 2025” would allow the
Using Live Betting to Your Advantage in Soccer
By combining observation, timing, and restraint, you can use in-play markets to enhance profit potential Live betting in soccer has become one of the most exciting ways to engage with matches, offering opportunities that pre-game wagers can’t always provide. With odds shifting in real time, players who know how to read the flow of a
The Art of Conservative vs. Aggressive Betting in Spanish 21
Striking the right balance depends on bankroll, risk tolerance and how you handle swings Spanish 21, a popular blackjack variation, offers players plenty of unique decisions thanks to rules that favor the player, such as late surrender, doubling after any number of cards, and bonus payouts for certain 21s. While the game provides extra opportunities,
Greece Considering Major Overhaul of Gambling Laws
Public pressure over the state of gambling in the country has lawmakers taking action Greece is preparing a sweeping reform of its gambling laws in an effort to curb the country’s thriving black-market sector, which government officials say is draining public revenue and fueling social risks. Finance and Economy Minister Kyriakos Pierrakakis confirmed that his
Dnegs To Livestream Upcoming WSOP Online Action
Daniel Negreanu is getting warmed up for the start of the online series Daniel Negreanu is preparing to fire up his livestreams once again, this time from north of the border. The six-time World Series of Poker champion will head to Vancouver on September 15 to take part in the 2025 WSOP Online series, and