Señor Tilt sets two records in a single season, including the biggest single-day profit in the show’s history A new name is now sitting at the top of High Stakes Poker history, and it belongs to Sam Kiki. The player known as “Señor Tilt” has delivered a performance that few expected, even in a show
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Defending the Small Blind Against Steals
Balancing aggression with control helps prevent opponents from exploiting your position Defending the small blind against steal attempts is one of the tougher spots in poker. You’re out of position for the rest of the hand, which makes decisions more difficult. Still, folding too often allows opponents to profit easily from late-position raises. The first
ESPN To Broadcast WSOP Events After Break-up Five Years Ago
ESPN called off its relationship with the WSOP in 2021, but is ready to come back ESPN is set to resume broadcasting the World Series of Poker (WSOP) after a five-year break, marking a return to a longtime partnership. The new multi-year agreement will bring expanded coverage of poker’s biggest stage back to a familiar
Ebony Kenney Sets Herself Apart as a Triton Poker Master
Kenney has become the top female poker player on record in Triton Poker history Poker pro Ebony Kenney continues to build her reputation on the high-stakes stage, separating herself as one of the top performers in Triton Poker Series. Her steady results in elite fields have made her the most successful female player in the
Maximizing Value from Premium Hands in Freezeouts
Premium hands are powerful, but how they are played determines long-term success Premium hands are the foundation of success in freezeout tournaments, where there are no second chances. Getting maximum value from holdings like pocket aces or kings requires more than just raising big. The goal is to build pots while still keeping weaker hands
Irish Open and WSOPE Battle for Poker Players
Both poker tournament series are running simultaneously Two major poker festivals are going head-to-head this spring, creating a scheduling clash that has caught the attention of players across Europe. The Irish Open and World Series of Poker Europe are both kicking off at the same time, forcing many to choose between the two. The Irish
Martin Kabrhel Adds Sixth WSOP Circuit Ring While in Las Vegas
Kabrhel’s recent win adds momentum as the Circuit series moves toward its final stages Martin Kabrhel added another title to his résumé this week, winning his sixth ring on the World Series of Poker Circuit during a stop in Las Vegas. The victory came in the $600 Monster Stack event, where he topped a large
Using Metrics to Analyze Your Poker Cold Deck Game
Cold decks can’t be avoided, but they can be managed Cold decks are part of poker, and how players respond to them often separates solid performers from the rest. Instead of relying on instinct alone, using metrics can help track performance during tough stretches. This approach brings structure to situations that often feel random and
The Lodge Poker Club to Close Permanently Following Recent Raid
The poker club was once again accused of operating an illegal business model The Lodge Card Club is set to close its doors permanently following a recent raid that left its future uncertain. What began as a temporary shutdown has now turned into a full closure, with staff informed that operations will not resume for
The Theory of Poker Author David Sklansky Passes Away at 78
Sklansky’s influence on poker strategy remains significant despite a mixed legacy David Sklansky, one of the most influential figures in poker strategy, has died at the age of 78 following heart failure. His passing marks the loss of a writer and player whose ideas helped shape how the game is studied and understood today. Sklansky
Identifying Profitable Bluff Spots from the Big Blind
Choosing moments carefully and staying aware of opponent behavior leads to more profitable decisions over time Bluffing from the big blind is one of the more advanced areas of poker strategy. Since the big blind starts the hand out of position, players often face difficult decisions after the flop. Finding the right moments to turn
PokerStars Open Philadelphia Shows Why Poker Is Still Anyone’s Game
Longtime player Michael Linster finds success after a long wait The PokerStars Open stop in Philadelphia delivered a reminder that tournament poker still leaves room for unexpected stories. Held at Live! Casino & Hotel Philadelphia, the $1,100 Main Event drew hundreds of entries and produced a winner who had stepped away from the game for











