One of poker’s greatest players has now won over $11 million in live events Kristen Foxen has cemented her place in poker history by becoming the highest-earning female tournament player of all time. Her latest victory at the PokerGO Cup added $348,300 to her career earnings, pushing her total to $11,077,811. This milestone places her
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Differences Between Heads-up Play and Full Ring Games in Texas Hold’em
While both formats require skill, heads-up play demands more aggression and adaptability Texas Hold’em can be played in various formats, with heads-up and full ring games being two of the most distinct styles. While both follow the same fundamental rules, they require different strategies due to variations in player count, hand ranges, and betting dynamics.
The MSPT Ohio Poker State Championship Is a Wrap
Ontario poker player Renmei Liu shipped the event for $156,414 The Mid-States Poker Tour (MSPT) Ohio Poker State Championship concluded at Jack Cleveland Casino, with Ontario’s Renmei Liu claiming the title and a $156,414 payday. The victory adds to Liu’s growing list of accomplishments, pushing him closer to the $1 million mark in career tournament
Phil Hellmuth Refuses To Participate in This Year’s WSOP Main Event
The WSOP bracelet leader could take a break for the first time since 1988 Phil Hellmuth has announced that he will not participate in this year’s World Series of Poker (WSOP) Main Event, ending a streak that began in 1988. The 1989 Main Event champion cited the tournament’s demanding schedule as his primary reason for
What To Raise and Fold Preflop in Short Deck Hold’em
Since equities run closer in Short Deck, choosing the right hands to raise and fold will keep you ahead of the competition Short Deck Hold’em, also known as Six-Plus Hold’em, is a variation of traditional Texas Hold’em that uses a smaller deck by removing the twos, threes, fours, and fives. This change alters hand rankings
A New’ Drug-Free’ High-Stakes Poker Tournament Circuit May Be In the Works
The billionaire investor wants to rewrite how poker tournaments are played Chamath Palihapitiya is considering launching a high-stakes poker tournament series with a strict set of rules that would set it apart from existing events. The billionaire investor and poker enthusiast recently shared his idea on social media, sparking debate within the poker community. My
Poker Cheat Ali Imsirovic Forced To Abandon Texas Tournament
Imsirovic’s antics continue to follow him as he tries to get back to the tables Ali Imsirovic, once a dominant force in high-stakes poker, found himself removed from a major tournament in Texas over the weekend. The Bosnian-American player, who previously admitted to online cheating, attempted to compete in the $1,500 Champions Club Winter Poker
Incorporating ICM Theory Into Texas Hold’em Bubble Play
By incorporating ICM theory, you can position yourself for a deeper run in the tournament In tournament Texas Hold’em poker, understanding the Independent Chip Model (ICM) can be the difference between making a profitable decision and busting out before the money. This concept becomes especially critical during bubble play, where one wrong move can cost
The Complete WSOP 2025 Schedule Has Been Released
There will be an additional bracelet event this year, taking the number to 100 The World Series of Poker (WSOP) has officially unveiled the complete schedule for its 2025 edition, marking the biggest lineup in the event’s history. Set to take place from May 27 to July 16 at the Horseshoe and Paris Las Vegas
Full Metal Jacket Actor, Poker Player Kevyn Major Howard Passes Away
The actor and charity poker organizer passed away on Valentine’s Day The actor best known for his role as “Rafterman” in Full Metal Jacket, Kevyn Major Howard, has passed away at the age of 69. He died on February 14 in Las Vegas after battling a respiratory illness for several weeks. His death was confirmed
Leveraging Fold Equity in Small Pocket Pair Scenarios in Texas Hold’em
By recognizing the right moments to apply pressure, you can make your small pocket pairs more profitable Leveraging fold equity when playing small pocket pairs in Texas Hold’em is an important strategy that can help maximize profits and minimize risk. Small pairs, typically ranging from pocket twos to pocket sixes, have solid preflop strength but
Card Player Poker Tour Venetian Main Event Draws to a Close
The $1,600 buy-in No-Limit Hold’em event awarded over $1 million in prize money The 2025 Card Player Poker Tour Venetian Main Event wrapped up with intense action and a dramatic finish. The $1,600 buy-in No-Limit Holdem tournament, which carried a $1 million guarantee, attracted 588 entries. Although the turnout resulted in an overlay of over