With several events already lined up, the poker room appears set to become a regular stop Live poker is picking up momentum again in Australia, and a new Melbourne-based poker room is quickly becoming part of that story. PlayLive has launched at the right time, filling the January gap left by the Aussie Millions’ shift
Small pocket pairs thrive in heads-up play when used flexibly Playing small pocket pairs in heads-up situations requires a different mindset than full-ring or multiway pots. With only two players involved, hand values increase, and pairs like deuces through sixes gain more strategic importance. Understanding how ranges widen is the starting point. Preflop, small pocket
The poker room had only opened last May, but never gained traction Planet Hollywood is set to close its poker room on January 31, ending a short return that began less than a year ago. The room reopened in May 2025, timed to welcome players ahead of the World Series of Poker, but never found
The bout against sports betting show host Ryan “Elf” Noel doesn’t go as planned Dan “Jungleman” Cates’ first step into the boxing world ended early and without a clear result after his bout was stopped in the second round due to a disputed punch. The exhibition took place last night in Southern California as part
Mix calls, folds, and three-bets to turn a vulnerable spot into a steady source of long-term value Defending the big blind is one of the most common and challenging spots in poker, especially when facing raises from late position. Because you already have money invested, folding too often can slowly drain your stack. At the
An attempt to make changes to the tax structure included in the bill continues to fail Efforts to roll back a controversial tax change affecting gamblers hit another wall this week, leaving poker players and other bettors still facing an uphill fight. Lawmakers attempted to restore the full deduction for gambling losses but failed to
1,229 players created a prize pool of $3,932,800 that beat the $3M guarantee The 2026 World Poker Tour (WPT) season opened in Florida with the WPT Lucky Hearts Poker Open at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood. The $3,500 Championship drew a huge turnout, with 1,229 players creating a prize pool of $3,932,800
Identifying who over-bluffs, who calls too wide, and who adjusts poorly allows you to exploit edges Playing Short Deck Poker at high stakes demands sharper adjustments than the standard game. With fewer cards in the deck, hand values shift and variance increases. Players must be prepared for faster swings, thinner edges, and opponents who are
The initial leg of the series begins January 26 with the PGT Kickoff at the PokerGO Studio The PokerGO Tour has shared the opening stretch of its 2026 schedule, setting the stage for a busy start to the new season in Las Vegas. The early calendar features several familiar stops and formats, with high buy-ins
Daniel Kwon was arrested in Toronto and faces numerous sexual assault charges A regular face from streamed high-stakes poker has been charged in a serious criminal case in Canada. Daniel Kwon, a poker player known to viewers of Hustler Casino Live, was arrested in Toronto and now faces multiple charges tied to an alleged sexual
Adjust aggression and read table behavior to set yourself up for deeper runs and stronger finishes The end of the rebuy period marks a clear shift in tournament poker. Chips gain real value, mistakes become harder to recover from, and player behavior often changes quickly. Recognizing this transition is essential for staying competitive as the
The upcoming series will be the first time the MSPT has visited the casino The Major Series of Poker: The Tour is set to break new ground with its first-ever stop at Arizona’s Talking Stick Resort. Season 17 continues later this month with a full slate of events scheduled from January 24 through February 1.
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