Moneymaker has compiled more than $8 million in live tournament earnings with his latest win Chris Moneymaker added another personal milestone to his long poker résumé by winning an event on his own tour. Yesterday, the Poker Hall of Famer claimed victory in a $300 mixed Omaha tournament during the ongoing Moneymaker Tour stop at
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Comparing Live Poker vs. Online Small Pocket Pair Strategies in Texas Hold’em
Adjusting your approach in each setting can help maximize value and minimize risk Small pocket pairs—those between twos and sixes—present both opportunity and risk in Texas Hold’em, and how players approach them can shift dramatically depending on whether they’re at a live table or playing online. While the fundamentals stay the same, there are subtle
Pennsylvania Officially Set To Join the MSIGA Poker Agreement
Governor Josh Shapiro has signed a “commonsense” bill to expand online poker Pennsylvania is officially joining the Multi-State Internet Gaming Agreement (MSIGA), marking a major step for online poker in the state. Governor Josh Shapiro recently signed the agreement, making Pennsylvania the sixth member alongside New Jersey, Nevada, Delaware, West Virginia, and Michigan. With this
Johan Lees Ships the Australian Poker Open $1500 Platinum Players Championship
The 3-day event attracted over 1,000 entries and pushed the prize pool to $1.3 million Johan Lees claimed the spotlight at the Australian Poker Open $1500 Platinum Players Championship, walking away with the title and a personal best payday of A$252,300 (US$162,000). The three-day event, held at Club Marconi in Western Sydney, saw over 1,000
Calculating Risks and Estimated Value in Heads-up Texas Hold’em Play
Mastering risk in heads-up Hold’em means using your position and constantly re-evaluating your choices In heads-up Texas Hold’em, where only two players face off, every decision becomes more impactful. With fewer players involved, hands move faster, and the range of possible holdings for your opponent is much wider. This makes risk assessment and estimating value
Planet Hollywood To Reopen Poker Room in May
The Las Vegas venue closed its poker area four years ago Poker players heading to Las Vegas this spring will have a familiar spot to look forward to again, as Planet Hollywood is bringing back its poker room after a three-year break. The venue, which closed its poker space in 2021, will reopen in May
Simon Wilson Takes Down Record-Setting Irish Open
The turnout pushed the prize pool to over $4 million, with Wilson taking home $688,000 Simon Wilson has become the latest poker sensation after winning the largest Irish Open in history, pocketing €600,000 (US$688,000) in the process. The tournament, already known as one of Europe’s most sociable and energetic events, saw a record turnout of
Playing Tight-Aggressive in Early Stages of Texas Hold’em Tournaments
By avoiding unnecessary risks early on, you can set yourself up for better success Playing a tight-aggressive strategy during the early stages of a Texas Hold’em tournament is often the smartest approach for building a solid foundation. This style focuses on being selective with the hands you play while applying pressure when you enter the
YouTube Implements New Rules for Poker Content Creators
New gambling rules are going to affect poker content, as well YouTube’s latest policy regarding gambling-related content could impact the poker content creation community, with many creators reporting restrictions, video removals, and drastic drops in viewership. The policy updates, which became effective on March 19, aim to limit the promotion of gambling sites that are
Dnegs Shares Insight Into What It Really Takes To Be a Poker High-Roller
It’s becoming increasingly more expensive to play at the more expensive events Daniel Negreanu, a seven-time World Series of Poker (WSOP) bracelet winner, recently offered a candid look into the financial realities of high-stakes poker. Sharing insights on social media, Negreanu highlighted that despite the allure of million-dollar cashes, the actual profits for high-roller tournament
How Mucking Affects Your Long-Term Texas Hold’em Game
Mucking can be an effective part of any long-term winning strategy Mucking in Texas Hold’em might seem like a simple habit—folding your cards and pushing them into the center without revealing them. But over time, how and when you muck can have a real effect on your results, especially if you’re playing regularly and trying
Harrah’s Cherokee To Host $1 GTD WSOPC Main Event
The series returns to the North Carolina casino for the second time this year The World Series of Poker Circuit (WSOPC) is returning to Harrah’s Cherokee from May 1 to 12, marking the second stop at the North Carolina venue this year. With 18 gold rings up for grabs and over $3.7 million in guaranteed