Used wisely, nut flush draws in PLO can consistently turn tough spots into profitable outcomes In Pot-Limit Omaha (PLO) tournaments, nut flush draws often present some of the most profitable opportunities when handled with discipline. Because players receive four hole cards instead of two, the likelihood of strong draws increases, but not all flush draws
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Poker’s Midwest Championship Draws Proves Overwhelmingly Popular
The Ohio event drew a huge crowd, easily covering the guaranteed $1-million prize pool The Reserve Poker Club’s Midwest Championship has drawn a massive turnout, cementing itself as one of the most successful events on the regional poker calendar. The $600 No-Limit Hold’em tournament, which carried a $1 million guarantee, ultimately pulled in 2,270 entries
Soccer’s Neymar, Jr. Comes Close to Title in WCOOP Event
The Brazilian soccer phenom and PokerStars ambassador made it to the final two Neymar Jr. nearly added a major poker title to his resume this week while much of the sporting world was focused on the Ballon d’Or ceremony. The Brazilian star, who has become an active figure in the online poker scene as a
Mucking in Different Formats: Live vs. Online Poker Strategies
Whether live or online, mucking is an element of game flow that affects how opponents perceive you Mucking cards is a small but vital part of poker strategy, and the way it plays out can vary greatly between live and online formats. Understanding these differences can help players avoid mistakes, maintain focus, and even gain
Drama at the Poker Tables as Player’s Cell Phone Explodes
The WSOPC Main Event in Hammond, IN, gave players more action than they expected A strange scene played out over the weekend at the World Series of Poker Circuit (WSOPC) Main Event in Hammond, Indiana, when a player’s cell phone began smoking and then erupted in fumes in the middle of live play. The $1,700
Michigan Rejects Request for Appeal of Poker Player Susie Zhao’s Killer
The decision should be the final chapter in the shocking case that began five years ago The Michigan Supreme Court has declined to hear the appeal of Jeffery Bernard Morris, the man convicted of killing professional poker player and commentator Susie Zhao in 2020. The decision, reported late August, leaves Morris with no remaining legal
Transitioning From Traditional Poker To Short Deck
Approach Short Deck with patience, flexibility and a willingness to adapt in order to thrive Transitioning from traditional poker formats like No-Limit Hold’em to Short Deck can be both exciting and challenging for players. While the fundamentals of position, aggression, and reading opponents still apply, the game’s structure changes dramatically because of the reduced deck
Poker Masters Sees Long-Time Grinder Win First PGT Title
Texas poker pro took down the $10,000 No-Limit Hold’em event for $252,000 Andrew Moreno’s steady rise on the live tournament circuit continued at the Poker Masters in Las Vegas, where he claimed his first-ever PokerGO Tour title. The Texas-based pro outlasted 101 entries in Event No. 3, a $10,000 No-Limit Hold’em tournament, to earn $252,000
Benjamin Rolle Earns First WSOP Title and $3.9 Million With Online Main Event Win
The German pro outlasted a field of 5,961 entries in the $5,000 buy-in event Benjamin Rolle, better known in the online poker world as “bencb789,” secured his first-ever World Series of Poker (WSOP) bracelet by winning the 2025 WSOP Online Main Event. The German pro triumphed over a field of 5,961 entries in the $5,000
The Importance of Position During Middle Stages of Tournaments
Mastering positional awareness in the middle stages is about using your seat to maximize chip growth In the middle stages of a poker tournament, position becomes one of the most important tools a player can use to navigate growing blinds, shifting stack sizes, and the mounting pressure of survival. Proper deployment of these tools will
Illegal Poker Ring Investigation Ensnares NBA Agent, Israeli Mob
The games hosted by former NBA player Gilbert Arenas have alleged ties to organized crime Federal prosecutors are continuing to unravel details of an underground poker ring that operated out of former NBA star Gilbert Arenas’ Encino mansion, with ties stretching from Los Angeles to alleged Israeli organized crime. Court filings show that Arenas’ longtime
Ike Haxton Wins First Triton Title After 34 Final Tables
The long-time Triton fixture won his first title at the $100K PLO Main Event Isaac “Ike” Haxton has finally broken through on the Triton Poker stage. After years of close calls and a reputation as one of the most consistent performers on the high-roller circuit, Haxton secured his first Triton title in Jeju, South Korea,











