The event went off without a hitch after attracting 1,648 players Texas poker pro Harvey Castro added another major title to his résumé by winning the first-ever WPT Prime Lodge Championship in Austin, TX. The 23-year-old outlasted a field of 1,648 players at the Lodge Card Club, capturing the trophy, a $225,020 first-place prize, and
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Developing a 3-Betting Strategy in Early Tournament Play
Focus on selecting your spots, understanding your opponents’ tendencies and maintaining a balanced range Developing a solid 3-betting strategy in the early stages of a poker tournament can set the tone for your entire run. Since stacks are usually deep and blinds are small, every chip you risk carries more weight. Your 3-bets should have
WSOPC UK Returns to Dusk Till Dawn in November
The series will begin on November 14 and run through November 24 The World Series of Poker Circuit (WSOPC) is heading back to Dusk Till Dawn in Nottingham this November, bringing one of the UK’s most anticipated poker festivals. Running from November 14 to 24, the event will feature 12 ring-awarding tournaments, including the £1,500
Merritt Kuhn Ships MSPT Spade Poker Championship for $440K
The Missouri resident took down the inaugural event at FireKeepers in Michigan Merritt Kuhn captured the title at the inaugural MSPT Spade Poker Championship, held at FireKeepers Casino in Michigan, earning $339,115 and his first major tour victory. The $1,100 buy-in event drew a record-breaking 2,773 entries, building a $2.68 million prize pool that easily
Mucking Etiquette: Best Practices at the Poker Table
Even after folding, stay quiet — verbal leaks can be just as revealing as showing your cards Mucking — folding and discarding your cards — may seem simple, but how you do it can say a lot about your experience and respect for the game. Proper mucking etiquette keeps the game smooth, prevents confusion, and
New Poker-Themed Movie Coming Out This Week
Down to the Felt will debut on Apple TV+ on Friday A new poker-inspired film, Down to the Felt, is set to debut on Apple TV+ on October 17, bringing another gritty gambling story to the screen. Many poker enthusiasts will undoubtedly be eagerly awaiting this film and the whole story behind it. The movie
Poland’s Tomasz Brzezinski Ships EPT Malta Main Event
The win came just six weeks after his fourth-place finish at EPT Barcelona Polish poker pro Tomasz Brzezinski capped off an incredible run on the European Poker Tour by winning the 2025 EPT Malta Main Event for $738,963. The victory came just six weeks after his fourth-place finish at EPT Barcelona, marking back-to-back final table
Learning Poker Theory to Cope with Cold Decks
Learning poker theory transforms cold decks from emotional setbacks into learning experiences Every poker player eventually faces cold decks — those stretches when the cards simply refuse to cooperate. Even skilled players can lose multiple hands in a row, testing both patience and confidence. The difference between a player who panics and one who adapts
T-Shirt Brand True Classic Offering a Chance To Play in the PokerGo Studio
The two companies are launching the “True Classic Rags to Riches” tournament Poker fans dreaming of competing under the bright lights of the PokerGO Studio now have a rare chance to do it without spending a dime. True Classic, a popular t-shirt brand, has teamed up with the PokerGO Tour (PGT) to launch the “True
Mississippi Poker Player David’ Atombomb’ Hendrix Passes Away at 34
Hendrix battled Werdnig-Hoffman disease since infancy The poker community is mourning the loss of Mississippi native David “Atombomb” Hendrix, who passed away on October 8 at the age of 34. Known for his sharp mind, positive spirit, and infectious personality, Hendrix was an inspiring figure both at the poker table and beyond. Born in Amory,
How To Maximize Late Position in Texas Hold’em
Mastering late position is about making every decision with more information than your opponents have Playing from a late position in Texas Hold’em offers one of the biggest advantages at the table, but many players fail to use it effectively. The late position — typically the cutoff and the button — allows you to act
WPT Teams Up with Creator Television for Content Creator Poker
The new show will bring together some of the most recognizable influencers for a poker showdown The World Poker Tour (WPT) has announced a new collaboration with Creator Television to launch a unique event that blends poker with online entertainment. The “Creator Poker Championship” will bring together some of the internet’s most recognizable influencers for











