NFL running back Adrian Peterson and Joe Castaneda might settle their difference in the ring A poker room brawl involving former NFL running back Adrian Peterson might be turning into a Pay-Per-View boxing event. The incident, which occurred in May at JokerStars card room in Houston, involved Peterson and fellow poker player Joe “Baby Joe”
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Japan’s Shiina Okamoto Picks up Consecutive Ladies Championships Wins
Okamoto finished as the 2023 Ladies Championship runner-up and has come back stronger than ever Shiina Okamoto of Japan has etched her name into World Series of Poker (WSOP) history, becoming one of the rare players to successfully defend a title in back-to-back years—and doing so in one of the WSOP’s largest No-Limit Hold’em fields.
Mucking as a Strategic Move in Texas Hold’em: How and When To Implement
Use mucking as a calculated move and it can quietly become part of a winning strategy In Texas Hold’em, mucking is often seen as a routine act—folding a hand you don’t want to show. But in certain moments, it can become a subtle but effective part of a larger strategy. Knowing when and how to
WSOP Withholds Title Following Millionaire Maker Controversy
Alleged collusion in the final heads-up battle caused severe backlash from poker players The World Series of Poker (WSOP) has delivered a decision that’s rattled the poker world. Following intense scrutiny over how the $1,500 Millionaire Maker tournament ended, the WSOP has opted to withhold the bracelet usually awarded to the event’s champion. While the
Michael Mizrachi Adds 4th Poker Players Championship To List of Accomplishments
Mizrachi captured his seventh WSOP bracelet and $1.3 million with the victory Michael “The Grinder” Mizrachi has cemented his legacy as one of the most dominant mixed-game players in poker history by winning the $50,000 Poker Players Championship (PPC) for a record-breaking fourth time. With this victory, Mizrachi also captured his seventh World Series of
Endgame Heads-up Strategies: When To Push and When To Fold
Mastering the timing of aggression and caution in heads-up play separates good players from champions In tournament poker, reaching heads-up play marks the final and most intense stage. With just two players remaining, every decision can significantly alter the outcome. Understanding when to push and when to fold in the endgame is key to sealing
WSOP Winner’s Drought Continues With $1,500 Seven Card Stud Hi-Lo 8 or Better
Slovenia’s Blaz Zerjav blocked Huck Seed from picking up his long-overdue second bracelet The World Series of Poker continued its surprising trend this summer as no US player has yet to win a bracelet in a non-mixed game open event. That streak held steady after Slovenia’s Blaz Zerjav claimed his second title of the series
Hellmuth Suffers Bad Beat in $50K WSOP Poker Players Championship
Hellmuth denied Dnegs another bracelet before suffering a defeat against a weak hand Phil Hellmuth’s run in the $50,000 Poker Players Championship at the 2025 World Series of Poker came to a dramatic and frustrating end on Day 3, thanks to a series of tough hands and an outburst that had everyone at the table
Building a Tight Aggressive Early Game Strategy in Texas Hold’em Tournaments
A solid TAG strategy builds respect from the table and leaves you in a healthy chip position In Texas Hold’em tournaments, the early levels might not seem critical, but how you approach them can set the tone for the rest of your run. Building a tight aggressive (TAG) strategy early on is one of the
The WSOP Has a New Heads-up Controversy
Two heads-up finalists allegedly made a deal to ensure one would be the winner The World Series of Poker (WSOP) is facing scrutiny after controversy erupted during the final moments of the $1,500 Millionaire Maker event. Jesse Yaginuma claimed the title and a $1 million bonus courtesy of WPT Club Gold. But what should have
Tirza Sanders Takes Down Ladies Event at LIPS Women in Poker Summer Festival
Sanders battled a tough final table on her way to win $67,846 Tirza Sanders captured another major win this week by taking down the Ladies High Roller event at the LIPS Women in Poker Summer Festival in Las Vegas. The tournament, held at the Venetian and streamed live via the poker room’s YouTube channel, was
Building a Balanced Range for Short Deck Play
Stay aware of your own frequencies since balanced play keeps opponents guessing and minimizes exploitation In short deck poker, also known as 6+ Hold’em, building a balanced range is critical for long-term success. With fewer cards in the deck—specifically, the 2s through 5s removed—hand values shift and new strategies emerge. Understanding these shifts and constructing