The current GPI Player of the Year is optimistic he’ll be able to take down the event Jesse Lonis, the reigning GPI Player of the Year and current frontrunner for 2025, has placed an audacious bet on himself to win the World Series of Poker (WSOP) Main Event. Lonis agreed to a $2,000 wager at
Mastering the art of mucking is about knowing when to let go and protect your chips Mucking in live poker tournaments is an essential concept that often goes overlooked, yet it plays a pivotal role in strategic decision-making. The term “mucking” refers to folding your cards face-down when deciding not to continue with a hand.
The event’s prize pool has reached $90.5 million, with $10 million to the winner The 2025 World Series of Poker (WSOP) Main Event attracted a massive 9,735 players for the $10,000 buy-in No-Limit Hold’em championship. While the turnout was slightly smaller than the previous two years, it still marked the third-largest field in the event’s
Cary Katz has finally broken the spell and picked up his first WSOP bracelet title Cary Katz, the founder of PokerGO and a prominent figure in high-stakes poker tournaments, has secured his first-ever World Series of Poker (WSOP) bracelet. After years of near misses, including three runner-up finishes, Katz clinched victory in the 2025 $2,500
Verbal interactions in heads-up Texas Hold’em serve as an additional layer of information In heads-up Texas Hold’em, verbal interactions can be a crucial part of gaining insight into your opponent’s strategy and mindset. Unlike full-table play, where players are often more guarded in their behavior, heads-up play opens up opportunities for psychological warfare and subtle
More players are speaking out in favor of an automatic “shot clock” in poker tournaments The debate over slow play in poker tournaments is gaining momentum, with prominent figures in the poker community calling for more decisive action to combat habitual tanking. Daniel Negreanu, a seven-time World Series of Poker (WSOP) bracelet winner, has voiced
The actress and poker champ was celebrated for her distinct style and impact on reality TV Jennifer Tilly has been named one of the New York Times’ 50 Most Stylish People of 2025, landing an impressive No. 2 spot on the annual list that highlights standout figures from across entertainment, fashion, and culture. The actress,
Watch who’s opening light, who’s flatting too wide, and who folds to pressure Running into a cold deck in a Texas Hold’em tournament can be one of the most frustrating experiences for any player. A cold deck means you’re getting consistently poor hands and not hitting flops, which can test both patience and strategy. However,
The $3,500 buy-in event drew 1,853 entries, pushing the prize pool to $5.9 million The BetMGM Poker Championship returned to Las Vegas in a big way, smashing expectations and nearly doubling its guaranteed prize pool. Held at ARIA Resort & Casino, the $3,500 buy-in event drew an impressive 1,853 entries across two starting flights, pushing
Let It Ride doesn’t require bluffing or reading opponents, which appeals to many players Let It Ride is a poker-based casino game that blends simple mechanics with the potential for high payouts, making it a favorite among players who enjoy slower-paced table games. Unlike traditional poker, Let It Ride is played against a paytable rather
Shipping the $1,000 Mini Main Event put the controversial Czech player on top Martin Kabrhel has officially taken over the top spot in the 2025 World Series of Poker (WSOP) Player of the Year race after a massive victory in the $1,000 Mini Main Event. The Czech poker pro captured his fourth career WSOP bracelet—and
Prioritize strong hands, tighten your range and reduce bluff frequency in Short Deck poker In Short Deck Hold’em, multiway pots are more common than in regular Texas Hold’em due to increased hand equities and the absence of low-ranked cards (2s through 5s). Since players are more likely to connect with the board, it’s crucial to
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