How to stop bleeding chips from the small blind in Texas Hold’em August 9, 2023 Tweak your approach during the game to prevent losing chips unexpectedly In Texas Hold’em, bleeding chips from the small blind can be a frustrating and costly experience. The small blind is a challenging position, as you’re forced to contribute to the pot before seeing your cards, and you’re already at a positional disadvantage. However, there
How to get the most value in poker tournaments August 8, 2023 Winning at poker doesn’t necessarily mean having to take down one massive pot Getting the most value in poker tournaments requires a combination of skillful play, strategic decision-making, and a deep understanding of the game’s dynamics. There are key strategies every player should know to maximize their value in poker tournaments. Begin with strong starting
Understanding the biomechanics of poker tells August 7, 2023 Reading other players is paramount to taking down more pots Understanding the biomechanics of poker tells is a crucial skill for any aspiring poker player. Poker tells refer to the involuntary physical or behavioral cues that players exhibit during a game, which can provide valuable insights into their hands and potential strategies. While some tells
Sunday Recap: $14.4 Million High Five lights up the tables August 7, 2023 Our $14.4 Million High Five Tournament Series got off to a smoking-hot start yesterday. Included was the $1 Million Kickoff Event and more. Read all about it in our August 6th Sunday Recap. High Five #0 – $1 Million GTD Kickoff Event 1,602 total entrants took part in Sunday’s $1,000,000 GTD High Five Kickoff Event.
$14.4 Million High Five Tournament Series starts this Sunday August 4, 2023 Want to hear some smoking-hot news? Our High Five Tournament Series is starting this Sunday, August 6th and runs through the 27th. And there’s tons of green up for grabs with $14.4 Million guaranteed! If you’re a little confused right now, we don’t blame you. That’s because this series always runs in April, which is
Tips for bluffing in Pot-Limit Omaha August 4, 2023 Bluffing in PLO is different than it is in Texas Hold’em Bluffing in Pot-Limit Omaha (PLO) can be a powerful weapon in your poker arsenal, but it requires a different approach compared to Texas Hold ’em. PLO is a game of big hands and draws, making it crucial to understand when and how to execute
Final Boarding Call: Sunday is your final chance to win your way to The Cage Live in Costa Rica August 4, 2023 In case you haven’t heard by now, The Cage Live is about to make its triumphant return to Costa Rica after a 3-year hiatus—and you could be there. This is your chance to experience our intense live cash game that uses a time-based tournament format. The action lasts for two days and the blinds ramp
We’ve upgraded our security and banned the use virtual machines on ACR Poker August 4, 2023 We’ve got some important updates for you about our ongoing commitment to providing a fair and secure playing environment. In an effort to improve the gameplay experience for all our players, we’ve made some important changes to our Terms & Conditions, which are in effect as of August 3rd. No More Virtual Machines Allowed The
S3L3NAGOM3ZZ wins the $10 Million Venom and takes home $1,577,970 August 3, 2023 Who needs the Mega Millions or Powerball lotteries? The $10 Million Venom at ACR Poker played out last night in exciting fashion with two players winning over $1 Million and changing their lives in the process. The Venom prize pool matched the guarantee at $10 Million after players battled in the five Day 1’s over
Understanding the 4-2 rule in poker August 3, 2023 Many poker players don’t know about the rule that can help them calculate their odds of winning The 4-2 rule in poker is a simple and valuable tool that helps players estimate their odds of improving their hand on the next card in certain situations. It is a fundamental concept that aids players in making
Our latest software update lets you use the old tournament info box if you prefer August 3, 2023 We just rolled out our latest software update and it’s filled with great features, tweaks, and security enhancements that will improve your poker experience. While there’s lots to love about our latest update, we’re most excited about giving you the option to use the old tournament information box. If the small external tournament information box,
How to respond with middle pair in Texas Hold’em facing a 3-bet August 3, 2023 A middle pair may seem strong until someone throws down a massive bet When playing Texas Hold’em and facing a 3-bet with middle pair (e.g., holding a pair in the middle of the card ranks, like 8-8 or 9-9), your decision should be carefully evaluated based on several factors. Responding with middle pair requires a