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.
How to defeat open limpers in Texas Hold’em August 29, 2023 Identify passive players to keep up the pressure and win more hands Defeating open limpers in Texas Hold’em requires a strategic approach that takes advantage of their passive playstyle and maximizes your own opportunities. Open limping, where players call the minimum bet to enter the pot, is often seen as weak play. It’s possible to
How to play a flopped straight in cash games August 28, 2023 Flopping a straight must be finessed in order to maximize the possible winnings Playing a flopped straight in cash games requires careful consideration of your position, the board texture, your opponents’ tendencies, and effective bet sizing. To navigate a flopped straight, follow some proven steps. Consider your position at the table. Being in later positions
Sunday Recap: High Five finishes on a high note with two $1 Million tourneys August 28, 2023 We wrapped up our $14.4 Million High Five Tournament Series this weekend with a pair of $1 Million GTD tourneys, but that was just part of the story. If you didn’t hit the ACR Poker tables this weekend, see what you missed in our August 27th Sunday Recap. $1,000,000 GTD Blunt Roller 1,770 entrants
How to adopt a loose aggressive strategy in Pot-Limit Omaha August 25, 2023 Being an unpredictable PLO player will allow you to take home more pots Adopting a loose aggressive strategy in Pot-Limit Omaha (PLO) can be a formidable approach that adds unpredictability and pressure to your game. This strategy involves playing a wide range of hands aggressively, leveraging the inherent complexity of PLO to your advantage. In
The High Five Tournament Series reaches its high point Sunday with 2 $1 Million tourneys August 25, 2023 Are you ready to blaze through our High Five Tournament series, smoking your opponents at every turn? With an intoxicating $14.4 Million in guaranteed prize pools, this dope series is packed to the brim with opportunities to smoke the tables. Yet you’re running out of time to take your bankroll even higher. That’s because the