With small pocket pairs, consider stack sizes, opponent tendencies and the texture of the game In Texas Hold’em, small pocket pairs can be tricky to play, as their value largely depends on position. These low-ranked hands—like 22 to 66—carry potential for a strong outcome, especially when hitting a set on the flop. However, the effectiveness
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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
Dnegs Comes up a Little Short in the Jack Binion Charity Poker Event
Negreanu made it to the final table before being sent to the rail Daniel Negreanu hosted the annual Keep Memory Alive Charity Poker Tournament last weekend in Las Vegas. The event took place at the Cleveland Clinic Lou Ruvo Center for Brain Health and featured more than just poker. It was an exciting night, full
Bankroll Management Considerations When Playing Flush Draws in Texas Hold’em
Maintaining discipline and sticking to a predetermined strategy ensures long-term success Managing your bankroll effectively is essential when playing flush draws in Texas Hold’em. These situations can be tempting, as the potential to hit a strong hand is appealing. However, chasing flush draws without a proper strategy can lead to significant losses, so understanding how
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,
Send This To Your Non-Poker-Playing Partner
Dear love of mine, To the deepest depths of my soul, I am a poker player. Poker is not just a game for me, it is the lens through which I view life. Every action at the table reflects things much more profound—patience, self-improvement, and resilience. It’s the desire to succeed greatly while accepting that
Patrik Antonius Falls in Round 1 of New High Stakes Poker Season
Jared Bleznick led the match, relying on his aggressive playing style Poker pro and Hall of Famer Patrik Antonius faced an early exit in the first round of the new High Stakes Duel 5 season on PokerGO. Jared Bleznick, known for his fearless and aggressive approach, bested Antonius in a match blending No-Limit Hold ’em
Utilizing Ranges and Frequencies To Gain an Edge in PLO
By blending calculated aggression with mindful range utilization, you can extract maximum value while minimizing exposure to risk In Pot-Limit Omaha (PLO), leveraging hand ranges and frequencies is key to gaining a competitive edge. Unlike Texas Hold’em, PLO features four hole cards, significantly increasing possible hand combinations. This dynamic makes range comprehension even more critical,
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
Phil Beltram Wins First WSOP Circuit Title With Choctaw Main Event Win
The win on the $1,700 event delivered Beltram a payday of $237,000 and his first gold ring Phil Beltram achieved a personal milestone by winning his first World Series of Poker (WSOP) Circuit title on November 11 at the Choctaw Casino Resort in Oklahoma. Beltram’s victory in the $1,700 No-Limit Hold ’em main event earned
Identifying and Exploiting Weaknesses in Texas Hold’em Freerolls
Balance between exploiting weaknesses and staying adaptable, adjusting your style as the game evolves In Texas Hold’em freerolls, identifying and capitalizing on opponents’ weaknesses can help you gain an edge, especially since these games often attract players who may be newer or more experimental in their strategies. Having a few strategies up your sleeve for
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