The outcome could influence future policies around player conduct and enforcement across poker rooms nationwide Maurice Hawkins is dealing with fresh legal trouble after an arrest warrant was issued in Florida, tied to a poker room altercation. Authorities issued the warrant on December 18, 2025, following a physical dispute that reportedly took place during a
Balanced ranging is about staying unpredictable without becoming random Creating a balanced ranging strategy for heads-up play starts with understanding how wide both players must operate. With only two players, blinds come around fast, forcing frequent decisions. This naturally expands opening ranges and increases the number of marginal spots you must navigate with care. A
The victory also includes a $10,400 seat in next year’s WPT World Championship The 2025 World Poker Tour (WPT) World Championship wrapped up in Las Vegas, closing out a packed December that featured several massive tournament stops around the globe. When the dust settled, Schuyler Thornton stood alone at the top. Following record fields at
The Austrian player survived a massive field to take the top prize Bernhard Binder delivered a breakthrough performance at the 2025 WSOP Paradise Main Event, capturing the title and a $10 million top prize in the Bahamas. The Austrian outlasted a massive field that pushed past the $60 million guarantee, making the event one of
Players who can adjust quickly to the format gain a clear edge Short Deck poker cash games require a mindset shift from traditional No-Limit Hold’em. With cards below six removed, hand values change, equities run closer, and aggression becomes far more important. Starting hand selection is the first major adjustment. Premium hands still matter, but
Poker fans sailing with Princess will need to book carefully if they want a seat at the table Princess Cruises is reportedly phasing poker tables out of most of its shipboard casinos, a move that has surprised and disappointed many longtime guests. The change came to light through recent discussions on Cruise Critic forums, where
The $1.5 million win marks a career high for Guilbert France’s Johan Guilbert finally checked off the biggest item on his poker résumé by winning the $25,000 GGMillion$ Single Day Turbo at WSOP Paradise, earning his first World Series of Poker bracelet and $1,534,645 in prize money. THE WINNING HAND! 🏆 @WSOP $25,000 GGMillion$ Turbo@YoHViral
By choosing the right spots and reading opponents, you can protect your stack and remain dangerous Defending your blinds in Texas Hold’em freezeouts is a delicate balance between protecting your stack and avoiding unnecessary risk. Since there are no rebuys, every decision carries long-term weight. Smart blind defense helps you stay competitive without drifting into
Players have competed in 27 completed tournaments outside the main championship The World Poker Tour (WPT) World Championship festival at Wynn Las Vegas is moving into its busiest stretch, and the action has extended well beyond the headline events. While the WPT Prime Championship and the $10,400 World Championship draw most of the attention, the
While Negreanu is done, over 200 players remain in the hunt in the record-setting event Daniel Negreanu’s run in the $25,000 WSOP Paradise Super Main Event finally came to an end after one of the most talked-about re-entry efforts of the series. The Poker Hall of Famer fired ten buy-ins before walking away, putting a
Mental exercises build resilience, allowing you to stay sharp until the cards turn in your favor Cold decks can drain confidence quickly, making focus harder to maintain. When cards refuse to cooperate, mental discipline becomes as important as technical skill. Training the mind helps prevent frustration from turning a temporary downswing into long-term damage. One
More dates and changes to how points are awarded have been announced The World Series of Poker has shared another round of updates for the 2026 season, giving players a clearer picture of what lies ahead across its global schedule. The announcements cover dates, new formats, and changes that affect how players plan an entire
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