There’s a lot of reasons why poker-solver work wouldn’t be a good fit for certain players. Learning disabilities, ADHD, bad memory, physical issues keeping them from spending long hours at the computer. Older players overwhelmed by the technology, younger players without enough time alongside school, work, and family obligations, players whose entire joy for the
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Roland Israelashvili Captures First WSOP Title After Record Cash Run
The long-time player has hundreds of cashes, but always fell short of a title After nearly two decades of competing at the World Series of Poker (WSOP), Roland Israelashvili finally secured his first gold bracelet. Known for his persistence and skill at the tables, the 66-year-old from Forest Hills, New York, won the WSOP Online
Bluffing Strategies Against a Tight Player in Pot-Limit Omaha
Well-timed bluffs appear credible and put pressure on tight players to fold Bluffing in Pot-Limit Omaha (PLO) can be challenging, especially against a tight player who picks their spots carefully and rarely overextends. However, by using calculated strategies, you can exploit the tightness of such players. Every player must know how to bluff in PLO
Caesars Entertainment Finalizes $500 Million Sale of WSOP
NSUS Group is now one of the world’s largest poker powerhouses Caesars Entertainment has completed the sale of the World Series of Poker (WSOP) to NSUS Group Inc., marking a significant shift in the poker industry. The $500 million deal, announced as finalized on October 29, transfers one of the most recognized poker brands globally
Michael Wang Adds First WPT Title With Playground Championship Main Event Win
The New Jersey player’s impromptu trip to Canada paid off in a big way Michael Wang has added a major milestone to his impressive poker career by claiming his first World Poker Tour (WPT) title. The New Jersey native won the 2024 WPT Playground Championship, held at Playground Poker Club in Canada, after besting a
Evaluating the Table Dynamics During Bubble Play in Texas Hold’em
Understanding when to apply pressure and when to tighten up can help you gain an edge Evaluating table dynamics during the bubble phase in Texas Hold’em is a crucial skill that can significantly impact your tournament outcome. The “bubble” refers to the period in a tournament when only a few players need to be eliminated
Two Charity Poker Events Coming to Vegas, One Featuring a Super Bowl Champ
Two big poker events hosted by the Charity Series of Poker are descending on Las Vegas Las Vegas poker fans are in for an exciting week with two upcoming charity poker events, each supporting unique causes and featuring well-known personalities. Hosted by the Charity Series of Poker (CSOP), these events will give poker enthusiasts a
Luis Yepez Takes Down WSOP Circuit Southern Indiana Main Event
The California player picked up his first WSOP Circuit ring and a six-figure payday Luis Yepez emerged victorious at the WSOP Circuit Southern Indiana Main Event, besting a field of 338 entries in the $1,700 buy-in No-Limit Hold ’em tournament. With his win, Yepez took home $111,979 and earned his first WSOP Circuit gold ring,
The Science of Set Mining: When To Play Small Pocket Pairs in Texas Hold’em
Set mining small pocket pairs in Texas Hold’em requires several key components Set mining, or playing small pocket pairs with the hope of hitting a three-of-a-kind (a “set”) on the flop, is a popular strategy in Texas Hold’em. When done correctly, set mining can be a powerful tool for building a stack, but success hinges
World Poker Tour Heads to Jacksonville October 31
The series includes the Bestbet Scramble Championship and other events The World Poker Tour (WPT) is gearing up to return to Jacksonville October 31, with the highly anticipated Bestbet Scramble Championship. Running through November 19, the festival promises an exciting lineup of poker events and a total of over $1.5 million in prize guarantees. The
Bill Byrnes Earns First RGPS Ring in Kansas City
The $1,100 buy-in event saw a prize pool that swelled to over $400,000 After a hard-fought Main Event at Harrah’s Casino in Kansas City, MO, Bill Byrnes claimed his first RunGood Poker Series (RGPS) ring. The $1,100 buy-in event drew in a competitive field of 415 entrants over three initial flights, generating a sizable prize
Common Mistakes To Avoid When Playing Flush Draws in Texas Hold ’em
Being mindful of common errors can save chips and help you get more value from your flush draws Playing flush draws in Texas Hold ’em can be exciting, but it’s easy to make mistakes that cost chips or even entire hands. Many players rely too heavily on flush draws, only to find that some common