Valter Farina captured the country’s first WSOP title in 1995 playing Seven Card Stud Valter Farina, the first Italian to win a bracelet at the World Series of Poker, has passed away at the age of 72. News of his death began circulating on March 15, prompting an outpouring of messages from across the poker
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How to Navigate Multi-Stage Satellite Poker Events
Players who stay focused on the goal of advancing tend to perform better than those chasing big moments Multi-stage satellite tournaments offer players a path into larger poker events at a fraction of the usual cost. Instead of paying a full buy-in, players advance through smaller qualifiers, sometimes across several rounds. This format can be
Seminole Hard Rock to Host Eponymous Poker Showdown in April
The opening event is a $400 Deep Stack event that carries a $1 million GTD prize pool Poker returns to South Florida this spring with a full schedule set at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino. The Seminole Hard Rock Poker Showdown is slated to begin on April 8, opening with a $400 Deep Stack
Daniel Dvoress Wins $100,000 Triton Short Deck Event for Third Triton Title
The win pushes Dvoress past $53 million in career earnings Daniel Dvoress added another major title to his résumé by winning the $100,000 short deck event at the Triton Super High Roller Series in Jeju. The victory earned him $1.38 million and marked his third Triton title, his first on the tour since 2023. The
How to Transition Between Short Deck and Other Variants in Mixed Game Formats
Understanding how probabilities, hand values and aggression changes allows you to stay ahead of the competition Transitioning between Short Deck Hold’em and other poker variants in mixed games requires flexibility and quick adjustment. Short Deck, also known as Six-Plus Hold’em, removes lower cards, which changes hand values and overall strategy. Players must reset their thinking
Red Hawk Resort & Casino to Inaugurate New Poker Room This Month
The California tribal casino will open its new poker space on March 24 Red Hawk Resort & Casino in California is set to debut its newly redesigned poker room on March 24, marking another step in the property’s ongoing upgrades. The new space aims to create a more comfortable and engaging setting for both regular
Joey Spanne Wins Wynn Millions Main Event for $397,319
Spanne earned the biggest result of his career and now has over $1 million in tournament earnings Joey Spanne captured the title at the Wynn Millions Main Event, earning $397,319 after outlasting a tough field. The victory marked the largest score of his career and pushed his lifetime tournament earnings past the $1 million mark.
How to Deal with Small Bets and Trap Avoidance When Playing Heads-up
Picking the right spots and recognizing traps will lead to more consistent results over time Heads-up poker is fast, aggressive, and often filled with small bets that can confuse inexperienced players. These bets may look weak, but they often carry hidden strength or strategic intent. Understanding how to respond is key to staying ahead. Small
Movie With Ties to Poker Wins Two Oscars
Poker player Arden Cho lent her voice to characters in KPop Demon Hunters KPop Demon Hunters picked up two major honors at the Academy Awards, winning Best Animated Feature and Best Original Song. The film, released in June 2025, quickly gained popularity with both critics and audiences, becoming one of Netflix’s standout animated titles of
‘LuckyChewy’ Lichtenberger Ships PokerGO Cup Finale for Ninth Title
Andrew Lichtenberger has proven himself a master in PokerGO Cup events Andrew Lichtenberger captured another major title after winning the final event of the 2026 PokerGO Cup. The Las Vegas-based professional topped a field of 52 entries in the $15,000 No-Limit Hold’em finale. The victory earned him $257,400 and his ninth championship on the PokerGO
Strategic Bluffing When Rebuys Are Available in Tournaments
Choosing the right moment, opponent and situation makes the difference between a gamble and a profitable move Rebuy tournaments create a unique dynamic compared to standard freezeouts. Players are allowed to purchase more chips after losing their stack during a certain period. This structure often leads to looser play early in the event, which creates
Triton Poker Tour Begins Using Play Clocks for Its Events
Many players have long campaigned for the use of play clocks in tournaments The Triton Poker Tour has introduced a new timing system designed to speed up play and create a more balanced environment at the table. The change debuted during the current stop in Jeju, where officials launched a system known as Triton Tempo.











