Poker pros like Hellmuth and Negreanu have long campaigned for play clocks Phil Hellmuth has shared his thoughts on a new timing system introduced during a recent Triton Poker Series stop, offering support for a format designed to speed up play while keeping decisions fair. The system, known as Triton Tempo, has quickly become a
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Stealing Blinds Effectively from the Hijack
Consistency is what makes hijack steals effective over time Stealing blinds from the hijack is a key skill for intermediate poker players looking to build consistent profit. The hijack sits just before the cutoff and button, offering a good balance between position and opportunity. While not as strong as late position, it still allows players
Borgata to Host Spring Poker Open in April with $4M GTD
The series begins on April 23 and runs through May 8 Poker players will have another major stop on the East Coast this spring, with the Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa preparing to host its Spring Poker Open. The series is set to run from April 23 through May 8 and will feature more than
First-Ever Italian WSOP Bracelet Winner Passes Away at 72
Valter Farina captured the country’s first WSOP title in 1995 playing Seven Card Stud Valter Farina, the first Italian to win a bracelet at the World Series of Poker, has passed away at the age of 72. News of his death began circulating on March 15, prompting an outpouring of messages from across the poker
How to Navigate Multi-Stage Satellite Poker Events
Players who stay focused on the goal of advancing tend to perform better than those chasing big moments Multi-stage satellite tournaments offer players a path into larger poker events at a fraction of the usual cost. Instead of paying a full buy-in, players advance through smaller qualifiers, sometimes across several rounds. This format can be
Seminole Hard Rock to Host Eponymous Poker Showdown in April
The opening event is a $400 Deep Stack event that carries a $1 million GTD prize pool Poker returns to South Florida this spring with a full schedule set at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino. The Seminole Hard Rock Poker Showdown is slated to begin on April 8, opening with a $400 Deep Stack
Daniel Dvoress Wins $100,000 Triton Short Deck Event for Third Triton Title
The win pushes Dvoress past $53 million in career earnings Daniel Dvoress added another major title to his résumé by winning the $100,000 short deck event at the Triton Super High Roller Series in Jeju. The victory earned him $1.38 million and marked his third Triton title, his first on the tour since 2023. The
How to Transition Between Short Deck and Other Variants in Mixed Game Formats
Understanding how probabilities, hand values and aggression changes allows you to stay ahead of the competition Transitioning between Short Deck Hold’em and other poker variants in mixed games requires flexibility and quick adjustment. Short Deck, also known as Six-Plus Hold’em, removes lower cards, which changes hand values and overall strategy. Players must reset their thinking
Red Hawk Resort & Casino to Inaugurate New Poker Room This Month
The California tribal casino will open its new poker space on March 24 Red Hawk Resort & Casino in California is set to debut its newly redesigned poker room on March 24, marking another step in the property’s ongoing upgrades. The new space aims to create a more comfortable and engaging setting for both regular
Joey Spanne Wins Wynn Millions Main Event for $397,319
Spanne earned the biggest result of his career and now has over $1 million in tournament earnings Joey Spanne captured the title at the Wynn Millions Main Event, earning $397,319 after outlasting a tough field. The victory marked the largest score of his career and pushed his lifetime tournament earnings past the $1 million mark.
How to Deal with Small Bets and Trap Avoidance When Playing Heads-up
Picking the right spots and recognizing traps will lead to more consistent results over time Heads-up poker is fast, aggressive, and often filled with small bets that can confuse inexperienced players. These bets may look weak, but they often carry hidden strength or strategic intent. Understanding how to respond is key to staying ahead. Small
Movie With Ties to Poker Wins Two Oscars
Poker player Arden Cho lent her voice to characters in KPop Demon Hunters KPop Demon Hunters picked up two major honors at the Academy Awards, winning Best Animated Feature and Best Original Song. The film, released in June 2025, quickly gained popularity with both critics and audiences, becoming one of Netflix’s standout animated titles of











