The first MSPT poker tournament of 2025 was held at the Venetian in Las Vegas Carson Richards claimed his first Mid-States Poker Tour (MSPT) title in a great start to the 2025 season. The victory came at the Venetian Poker Room in Las Vegas on January 5, where Richards outlasted a competitive field in the
A well-timed strategy shift can help you cross the bubble while positioning yourself for a deep run Adjusting your pre-flop strategy in Texas Hold’em as you approach the bubble is crucial to maximizing your chances of making the money and potentially building a strong stack for deeper runs. The bubble, the point where only a
Yunkyu Song excelled at a number of events to reach the top of the charts Yunkyu Song has been crowned the Player of the Year for the 22nd season of the World Poker Tour (WPT), capping off an impressive year of performances across multiple events. Originally from South Korea and raised in Washington, the 25-year-old
A trio of thieves broke in on Christmas Eve, but no one was injured Three masked individuals remain at large following a Christmas Eve robbery at Johnny’s Social Card Club in Wichita Falls, TX. The incident, which occurred at approximately 3:45 AM local time, involved the suspects breaking into the poker room while it was
The two poker greats had outstanding performances throughout 2024 Cherish Andrews and David Coleman have cemented their places in poker history by earning prestigious Global Poker Index (GPI) Player of the Year honors. These accolades, set to be presented at the Global Poker Awards in Las Vegas, highlight their standout performances throughout the year. David
Recognizing when to fold, raise, or set-mine is a valuable tool in your Texas Hold’em arsenal Maximizing winnings with small pocket pairs in Texas Hold’em requires strategic decision-making and a clear understanding of your position, table dynamics, and opponents’ tendencies. Small pocket pairs, typically twos through sixes, may not initially seem strong, but with careful
A trio of thieves broke in on Christmas Eve, but no one was injured Three masked individuals remain at large following a Christmas Eve robbery at Johnny’s Social Card Club in Wichita Falls, TX. The incident, which occurred at approximately 3:45 AM local time, involved the suspects breaking into the poker room while it was
By sticking to strong hands and playing aggressively, you can maximize your chances of success Adopting a tight-aggressive (TAG) approach in Texas Hold’em freerolls can be a winning strategy when executed correctly. Freeroll tournaments often attract players of varying skill levels, leading to unpredictable gameplay. A TAG style, which focuses on selective hand play and
Nick Schulman has become the first PokerGO champ of the year Nick Schulman has kicked off 2025 in great style by claiming victory in the first PokerGO Tour event of the year. Schulman, a seasoned poker professional, triumphed in the $10,100 buy-in No-Limit Hold’em tournament, the opening event of the PGT Last Chance series. His
Two back-to-back wins catapult the player to the top of the charts Umut Ozturk has made poker history by becoming the first-ever two-time Player of the Year (POY) winner on the Mid-States Poker Tour (MSPT). Following his outstanding performance in 2024, Ozturk successfully defended the title he claimed in 2023, cementing his legacy within the
By embracing aggression with strong draws, you can extract value and keep opponents guessing Pot-Limit Omaha (PLO) is a game of action and potential, where strong draws can often rival made hands in terms of equity. Knowing how to play these draws aggressively can be a key strategy to maximize value and apply pressure on
The state’s gaming regulator has confirmed that the launch is imminent Pennsylvania is making strides toward joining the Multi-State Internet Gaming Agreement (MSIGA), potentially opening its doors to cross-border online poker play in early 2025. This development could allow Pennsylvania poker players to compete in larger player pools and enjoy enhanced gaming opportunities alongside participants
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