Being able to adjust your strategy based on tendencies and patterns is what separates players in heads-up battle Heads-up Texas Hold’em is one of the most intense formats in poker, where every hand matters and decisions carry more weight. Because it’s just two players going back and forth, the game demands sharper focus and strategy.
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WPT Venetian Las Vegas Championship Coming in July
The poker tournament will take place from July 11 to July 17 The World Poker Tour is heading back to the Las Vegas Strip this summer with the 2025 WPT Venetian Las Vegas Championship. The event, scheduled for July 11 to 17, will take place at the Venetian Resort and features a $5,000 buy-in with
Poker Players Turn Heated Poker Battle Into Battle of Fisticuffs
Two players at a poker game at Red Rock Casino gave a new meaning to poker tilt A poker game at Red Rock Casino Resort and Spa in Las Vegas turned violent over the weekend, leading to a viral video and one man getting knocked out cold. The incident, which took place in Summerlin, has
Texas Hold’em Mucking and Hand Ranges: Finding the Sweet Spot
Combining smart mucking with thoughtful hand range planning makes you a tougher opponent In Texas Hold’em, knowing when to muck your cards and how to play your hand ranges effectively can make a major difference in your results. Mucking, or folding your hand without showing it, is a quiet but powerful part of the game.
Aleksandr Shevliakov Ships EPT Monte Carlo Main Event Amid Major Controversy
The Russian player has been called out for angle shooting several times on his way to the win Aleksandr Shevliakov won the 2025 EPT Monte Carlo Main Event, collecting a €1 million (US$1.1 million) prize, but the win didn’t come without some controversy. The Russian player topped a field of 1,195 entries, outlasting a tough
When to Go All-in in Short Deck Hold’em: Assessing Risk vs. Reward
Going all-in isn’t just about the cards—it’s about reading the situation and knowing when the reward outweighs the risk Short Deck Hold’em is a fast-paced version of traditional Texas Hold’em, where the 2s through 5s are removed from the deck. This changes hand values and makes post-flop play more dynamic. One of the biggest decisions
US Poker Players Dominate the EPT Monte Carlo €25,000 High Rollers
Several long-time grinders helped carry the US segment in the big event American poker pros made a strong impact during the second week of the 2025 European Poker Tour Monte Carlo, taking control of the €25,000 (US$27,500) high roller events and bringing home big wins. Held at the Sporting Monte-Carlo Casino, these events attracted elite
Mikita Badziakouski Has Now Earned Over $65 Million Playing Poker
The 33-year-old Belarusian added another big win at the EPT in Monte Carlo Mikita Badziakouski continues to climb the ranks of poker’s elite, now surpassing the $65 million mark in career tournament earnings. The 33-year-old Belarusian added nearly $900,000 to his bankroll with victory in the €50,000 (US$56,000) High Roller at a 2025 European Poker
How to Adjust Your Strategy Against Different Types of Opponents With Small Pocket Pairs
Small pocket pairs are never a guaranteed win, but can quietly build big pots with little risk Playing small pocket pairs—twos through sixes—can be a powerful part of your poker strategy, but how you use them should depend on the type of player sitting across from you. Against different opponents, these hands can either be
WPT Global Bans Player for Alleged Use of RTA
An Irish poker player and streamer was caught for allegedly cheating, but there’s more to the story WPT Global has taken swift action to remove a player from its platform after concerns were raised about the use of real-time assistance (RTA) during online play. The player, known online as AlanFPoker, was seen with an Excel
Sebastian Malec Almost Scores Victory at EPT Monte Carlo
The last big win for the Polish player was the WPT Main Event in Barcelona in 2016 Sebastian Malec is once again making headlines on the European Poker Tour, nearly grabbing a second major win at EPT Monte-Carlo. The Polish player, who first caught the poker world’s attention with a €1.1 million (US$1.1 million) victory
Effective Payoff Strategies With Made Hands in Pot-Limit Omaha
PLO rewards players who think ahead and don’t automatically stack off with strong but beatable hands Paying off opponents with made hands in Pot-Limit Omaha (PLO) can be a tricky balancing act. The game’s structure and four-hole-card format create bigger pots and more dynamic boards than Texas Hold’em, which means even strong hands can quickly