How to know which draws to semi-bluff with in Texas Hold’em September 7, 2023 If you can master the bluff in Texas Hold’em, you can master the game Semi-bluffing is a crucial skill in Texas Hold’em poker, allowing players to bluff with a drawing hand that has the potential to improve and win the pot if called. Knowing when to semi-bluff effectively involves assessing various factors, including your hand
How to use “minimum defense frequency” in Texas Hold’em September 6, 2023 The strategy can be beneficial to poker players when used properly Texas Hold’em is a dynamic and strategic card game that requires players to make calculated decisions at every turn. One of the key concepts in mastering the game is understanding the concept of “Minimum Defense Frequency” (MDF). MDF is a fundamental principle that can
Experience our next High Stakes Adventure in Monte Carlo September 6, 2023 We’re doing it again! After sending players to Cyprus, Vietnam and London earlier this year, we have another High Stakes Adventure on our itinerary. This time we’re sending at least four players to Monte Carlo to experience all the glitz and glamour of the French Riviera, while they put their poker skills to the test.
ACR Stormers start off strong in $50 Million OSS XL September 5, 2023 We’re just a few days into the $50 Million OSS XL (the largest series in our history), and we’ve got some big scores going down by a couple of our very own ACR Stormers. Take Stormer: Deckflow, for example. He came out of the gates flying with a 1st place finish in the $40,000 GTD
A look at the starting hands that make the most money in multiway pots September 5, 2023 These could be the biggest moneymakers for Texas Hold’em players when the action gets big In Texas Hold’em, the starting hands that can make the most money in multiway pots are those that offer strong potential for hitting big hands or dominating opponents in various scenarios. Multiway pots typically involve three or more players, and
Lower suited connectors may be stronger in Texas Holdem September 5, 2023 Suited connectors offer a lot of possibilities, and lower cards are an even better option In Texas Hold’em, lower suited connectors (such as 4-5 suited or 6-7 suited) can sometimes be stronger than higher suited connectors (like 9-10 suited or J-Q suited) for several reasons. While this may seem backward, once you understand the logic,
Sunday Recap: Giant start to the $50 Million GTD OSS XL September 4, 2023 The biggest tourney series in our history ($50 Million OSS XL) got underway yesterday and it’s already off to a gigantic start! See the details in our September 3rd Sunday Recap. We’ve got 26 events in total in the books and roughly 5,500 players cashed in a tournament yesterday. Why is that important? It’s because
Identify the worst preflop hands in Pot-Limit Omaha so you can avoid them September 1, 2023 PLO players should commit these hands to memory in order to become poker sharks In Pot-Limit Omaha (PLO), identifying the worst preflop hands is crucial to avoid costly mistakes and improve your overall profitability. Unlike Texas Hold’em, PLO is a high-action game with four hole cards, which makes hand selection more complex. Here’s how to
Record-breaking $50 Million OSS XL starts this Sunday August 31, 2023 We’re heading into a long weekend for many of our members but that’s just the tip of the iceberg in terms of excitement. That’s because the biggest tournament series in our history, the $50 Million OSS XL, starts this Sunday, September 3rd. The flagship tourney series runs through Monday, October 2nd. It is designed for
September is certifiably massive at ACR Poker August 31, 2023 Summer might be unofficially over, but the temperature keeps rising at ACR Poker. Our September promotions are off the charts. But when it comes to big action, we have you covered. And that’s true whether you prefer playing online or want to make a name for yourself on the world stage. Keep reading to learn
Multiway tactics to learn before sitting down at a poker table August 31, 2023 Go into a multiway hand understanding how to manipulate other players Multiway scenarios in poker refer to situations where more than two players are involved in a hand. These situations introduce complexity due to the increased number of variables and potential interactions. Before sitting down at a poker table, understanding multiway tactics is crucial for
The value of warming up before hitting the poker tables August 30, 2023 Poker can take a physical and mental toll on unprepared players Warming up before hitting the poker tables is a crucial practice that significantly enhances a player’s chances of success and overall performance. This preparatory phase, lasting about 10-15 minutes, holds immense value as it primes both the mental and strategic aspects of poker play.