Vegas Matt faced off against chess grandmaster Qiyu’ Nemo’ Zhou to win the event On Saturday night, the PokerGO Studio in Las Vegas became an interesting scene as 80 celebrities gathered for the Celebrity Poker Tour (CPT) Invitational IV, competing for a $50,000 prize pool. The event drew some big names, but it was Stephen
A strong understanding of implied odds can turn marginal situations into profitable ones In Texas Hold’em, understanding implied odds is crucial, especially when deciding whether to chase a flush draw. Implied odds help you determine whether the potential winnings justify the risk of calling a bet with an incomplete hand, like a flush draw. Unlike
The tournament series will run through September 15, with millions of Gold Coins up for grabs Global Poker is kicking off its much-anticipated Bounty Series VI today, running from today to September 15. This edition promises to be an exciting event for players, especially with the series marking the first major tournament since Global Poker
Now that another season of WSOP Main Event action has come and gone, it’s time to sit back and reflect not only on what we observed, but on the lessons we learned that will hopefully serve us next year when the cycle of hopes, triumphs and defeats renews again. Make Folding Great Again If you
The journalist was well-known for his poker coverage on PokerNews and other sites The poker community has recently learned of the loss of Marty Derbyshire, a veteran of poker media, who passed away unexpectedly at the age of 52. Derbyshire’s death was caused by Melioidosis, a rare bacterial infection also known as Whitmore’s disease. Originally
The more you understand the nuances, the better your chances of building a bankroll in PLO Building a bankroll in Pot-Limit Omaha (PLO) tournaments can be a challenging yet rewarding journey, especially for beginners. PLO is known for its action-packed gameplay, which makes it exciting but also risky. To succeed, it’s crucial to have a
Nick Bowyer has been crowned the greatest amateur poker player of the year The 2024 World Championship of Amateur Poker (WCOAP) has crowned a new champion this past weekend. Nick Bowyer has emerged as the winner, taking home a nice payday. The event, organized by the Amateur Poker Association & Tour (APAT), took place at
The current Internet celeb will appear alongside Dwight Howard, JaVale McGee and others The Celebrity Poker Tour is set to host its fourth tournament, drawing attention not just for its lineup of sports stars and influencers but also for the inclusion of Haliey Welch, famously known as the “Hawk Tuah Girl.” This event will be
Managing a short stack on the bubble requires balancing different aspects of opponents’ play Handling a short stack on the bubble in Texas Hold’em is a critical moment that requires a strategic approach to maximize your chances of making it into the money. When you’re on the bubble, meaning one elimination away from reaching the
The debate over what constitutes legal poker in Texas continues to go unanswered A Dallas appeals court has ruled in favor of Texas Card House, allowing the poker club to remain open after city officials attempted to revoke its operating certificate. The 5th District Court of Appeals’ decision upheld an earlier ruling by the city’s
The player got caught up in the Shohei Ohtani scandal Damien LeForbes, a professional poker player known for his appearance on the eighth season of High Stakes Poker in 2021, has pled guilty in federal court to charges of money laundering and operating an illegal sports betting ring in California and Nevada. The plea, which
Learn how to navigate through the field and increase your chances of making it to the final table In a Texas Hold’em freeroll tournament, adjusting your strategy based on the different stages of the game is crucial to maximize your chances of success. Freerolls typically attract a large number of players, many of whom are
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