Despite the absence of a body or weapon, the jury determined there was enough to establish guilt A Michigan jury has found Willie James Jr., 57, guilty of second-degree murder in the 2021 killing of poker player Andrew Watson II. The verdict was delivered in Ingham County Circuit Court after a case built largely on
Strong heads-up players treat continuation betting as a flexible weapon, not an automatic habit Heads-up Texas Hold’em is a different game from full-ring poker. Ranges widen, aggression increases, and small edges matter more. Continuation betting becomes one of the most important tools in this format. In heads-up play, you raise frequently from the button. That
2,992 entries and six starting flights helped push the prize pool to over $5 million The 2026 PokerStars Open Paris €1,650 (US$1,945) No-Limit Hold’em Main Event attracted a massive crowd, with 2,992 entries recorded across six starting flights. The turnout created a prize pool of just over $5 million. Action played out at the Palais
The poker pro took down the €25,000 Super High Roller Warm Up at European Poker Tour Paris Daniel Dvoress added another major result to his résumé after winning the €25,000 Super High Roller Warm Up at European Poker Tour (EPT) Paris. The victory earned him €286,040 and pushed his lifetime live tournament earnings past $47
When executed correctly, defending becomes a profitable part of your overall game plan Facing aggressive opponents from the big blind can feel uncomfortable, especially when they raise frequently from late position. Intermediate players often struggle between defending too wide and folding too often. The key is finding balance while targeting specific leaks. Start by understanding
Indiana does not currently offer regulated online casino gaming, making the poker carveout significant for players The Indiana Senate has approved a bill aimed at shutting down sweepstakes-style online casinos, but poker players may avoid the fallout. Lawmakers advanced an amended version of HB1052 that targets casino-style sweepstakes games while carving out space for certain
With Wright now calling the action, the show looks to continue as a staple of poker entertainment PokerGO is adding a major media personality to its broadcasting team, as Nick Wright officially joins the hit show “No Gamble, No Future.” Known for hosting “First Things First” on FS1, Wright will now serve as a co-host
Playing with perception during these stretches turns adversity into a strategic edge Cold streaks are inevitable in Texas Hold’em, but how you handle them often matters more than the cards themselves. Many players tighten up too obviously or tilt without realizing it. Both reactions change how others perceive you at the table. Perception becomes a
The series will take place from March 5 through March 15, with 19 ring events Atlantic City’s Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa will welcome the RunGood Poker Series Passport Season this March, bringing a packed tournament schedule to the East Coast. The stop runs from March 5 through March 15 and is expected to draw
A strong showing could give him momentum in the 2026 POY standings before this summer’s WSOP Phil Hellmuth is heading back to Europe with plans to chase more gold at the World Series of Poker Europe in Prague. The 17-time bracelet winner confirmed he intends to play nearly the entire schedule, marking his return to
Adjust hand values, and understand equity shifts to sidestep common traps Short Deck Hold’em, also known as Six-Plus Hold’em, looks similar to traditional Texas Hold’em but plays very differently. With all cards below six removed, hand values shift, and equities run closer. Many players lose money simply by applying a full-deck strategy to a short-deck
Poker content creators facing social media suspensions may have legal recourse Several poker content creators have faced suspensions and permanent bans on major platforms over the past year. Crackdowns tied to age restrictions and gambling policies have hit channels on YouTube, Instagram, and Facebook, leaving some creators scrambling to recover lost access and income. Sorry
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