The event gets underway today and runs through December 4 The World Poker Tour (WPT) returns to Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood, Florida, for the Rock ‘nhold’ Roll Poker Open (RRPO) Championship. This annual poker event, running today and runs through December 4, promises excitement and high stakes, featuring a $3,500 buy-in
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Dublin City University Poker Society Event Attracts Big Names
Steve O’Dwyer, Dara O’Kearney and others dropped in for the Punters vs. Pros event The Dublin City University (DCU) Poker Society recently hosted a special “Punters vs. Pros” poker tournament, creating a memorable night for its members. The event brought in some of the biggest names in poker, including Steve O’Dwyer, PokerStars ambassador Fintan Hand,
Brazilian Series of Poker Millions Championship Now in the Books
Marcos Kenne earned his first title in what proved to be a banner poker tournament The Brazilian Series of Poker (BSOP) Millions Championship has concluded, with Marcos Kenne claiming his first major poker title and a $369,000 payday. The tournament, held in São Paulo, attracted 503 entries and showcased Kenne’s dominance, particularly at the final
Wynn Las Vegas Announces Satellite Options for WPT World Championship Tourneys
Poker players of all levels will have ample opportunities to compete for a seat at the tables Wynn Las Vegas has revealed an exciting slate of satellite tournaments for players aiming to secure a seat at the prestigious WPT World Championship or a coveted Golden Passport for the ClubWPT $5M Invitational Freeroll. These opportunities come
New Live! Pittsburgh Poker Room Now Open
The casino is celebrating its fourth anniversary with a new poker room and a high-limit room Live! Casino Pittsburgh has revealed exciting new features as part of its $7.5 million renovation, marking its four-year anniversary with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. The upgrades, which were completed over four months, include a poker room, a high-limit table games
Moneymaker Poker Tour Coming to Orange City, Florida
The poker series will run at the Orange City Racing and Card Club December 4-16 The Moneymaker Poker Tour is set to make its first stop at the Orange City Racing and Card Club in Orange City, Florida, from December 4 to December 16. This marks a new venue for the tour, which has previously
JACK Cleveland Casino Poker Dealer Busted for Swiping Chips
The dealer was fired almost immediately after being caught A former poker dealer at JACK Cleveland Casino in Ohio is facing charges for allegedly stealing poker chips during his shifts. He seems to have taken advantage of the trust as a worker at the gaming site, but his luck has run out. Jason Saliba, 51,
Upcoming SiGMA Poker Tour To Include Stops in Brazil, Malta
The debut of the new poker tournament series will take place early next year The SiGMA Poker Tour is set to make its debut in 2025, with scheduled stops in Brazil and Malta. Announced by Operations Manager Ivonne Montealgre, the tour aims to bring together players from all skill levels for high-stakes tournaments while advancing
Upcoming Celebrity Poker Tour Championship Attracts Big Names
Maria Ho, Adrian Peterson and gaming personality Ninja are confirmed for the event The Celebrity Poker Tour (CPT) is gearing up for its highly anticipated 2024 Championship, set to take place on November 20 at PokerGO Studio in Las Vegas. Boasting a $100,000 prize pool, this event will be live-streamed on YouTube starting at 6:00
Poker Now Officially a ‘Mind Sport’
The International Mind Sports Association has added poker to its roster Poker has achieved a major milestone with its official recognition as a Mind Sport by the International Mind Sports Association (IMSA). This decision places poker in the same category as chess and eSports, emphasizing its status as a discipline rooted in intellectual skill, strategy,
Arrest Made in Murder of Canadian Online Poker Pro
A teenager is allegedly behind the murder, although the motive is still unclear Toronto police have arrested a suspect in the killing of Canadian online poker player Matthew Bergart, who was shot during a home invasion in April. The 30-year-old was at a friend’s home in Toronto’s Etobicoke district when the incident occurred. Authorities described
Poker Players Upset as WSOP Makes Changes to Online Buy-Ins
WSOP Online is lowering the buy-in on cash games, which some argue impacts the competition Poker players are voicing concerns over a recent change by the World Series of Poker (WSOP) in its online cash games. The WSOP has reduced the minimum buy-in from the standard 40 big blinds to 20, impacting No-Limit Hold ’em