$12.5 Million Venom explodes into action with unprecedented turnout April 16, 2024 Our biggest tournament of all time got underway yesterday (Sunday), and to say that it did not disappoint would be a huge understatement. In case you missed it, Day 1A of the $12.5 Million Venom wasn’t just the talk of the poker world, it was actually record-breaking. With 1,689 entrants in all, the $12.5 Million
Sunday Recap: $12.5 Million Venom kickoff highlights huge weekend April 16, 2024 We just finished a huge weekend at ACR Poker with the conclusion of the high-octane Turbo Boost Series and the start of the record-setting $12.5 Million Venom. Read our April 14th Sunday Recap for all the juicy details. $12.5 Million GTD Venom Day 1A Our biggest tournament ever, the $12.5 Million Venom, kicked off yesterday
Rags in Texas Hold’em and why they are important to understand April 16, 2024 Low-ranking cards don’t necessarily have to be a deal-breaker in poker In Texas Hold’em, the term “rags” refers to low-ranking and seemingly insignificant hole cards. These cards typically fall below a certain threshold of value, often considered to be below a nine. While rags may lack immediate potency or promise, understanding their significance is crucial
Our massive $12.5 Million Venom starts this Sunday with Day 1A April 12, 2024 After months of anticipation, it’s finally happening! Day 1A of the $12.5 Million Venom begins this Sunday, April 14th at 1:05pm ET. If you haven’t heard by now, this is our biggest tournament ever. In fact, the guarantee is 25% higher than our biggest Venom to date—and given all the buzz surrounding this colossal event,
Key Differences between Pot-Limit Omaha Hi and Pot-Limit Omaha Hi-Lo April 12, 2024 Nuances between the two versions mean you have to be ready to adjust your strategy Pot-Limit Omaha (PLO) and Pot-Limit Omaha Hi-Lo (PLO8) are two popular variations of Omaha poker, each with its own set of rules and strategies. While both games share similarities, there are key differences that distinguish them from each other. One
ACR Pro, Jon Pardy takes victory lap in Turbo Boost series April 11, 2024 “Gentlemen, start your engines”. That’s what we heard this past Sunday as our Turbo Boost Mini-Series was about to start. In case you’re unaware, this is a week-long turbocharged poker series with over $2 Million in guarantees over 31 extra events. And even though the series has several days left (ends this Saturday, April 13th),
How to develop a solid under the gun opening range in Texas Hold’em April 11, 2024 Avoiding marginal hands is just one of the ways to play better under the gun Developing a solid under the gun (UTG) opening range in Texas Hold’em is crucial for success in the game. UTG is the first position to act pre-flop, making it one of the most challenging positions to play from. A well-structured
How to recover from a bad beat in Texas Hold’em April 10, 2024 Bad beats happen to everyone; learning from them is what turns players into pros Experiencing a bad beat in Texas Hold’em, where a player loses a hand despite being in a dominant position, can be frustrating and demoralizing. However, it’s crucial to handle these situations with composure and resilience to maintain a positive mindset and
High Stakes & Hijinks: Go All-In on Adventure in Montenegro April 10, 2024 Don’t even think about folding. It’s time to go all-in on our latest High Stakes Adventure. After sending a few fortunate players to Vietnam, Cyprus, London, Monte Carlo, and South Korea on High Stakes Adventures, we’re not even thinking about slowing down. In fact, we’ve got a whole new adventure planned—and the stakes are equally
Understanding positional play in Pot-Limit Texas Hold’em April 9, 2024 Where you are in the betting round will make a difference in your performance Positional play is a crucial aspect of success in Pot-Limit Texas Hold’em (PLHE), significantly impacting strategic decisions and overall profitability. In PLHE, your position at the table relative to the dealer button determines the order of betting rounds, providing valuable information
Sunday Recap: Players get into gear for Turbo Boost Mini-Series April 8, 2024 On Sunday, we kicked off our Turbo Boost Mini-Series. This week-long series leads into the $12.5 Million Venom and features $2,000,000 in guaranteed prize pools over 31 added tourneys. Of course, we also brought you all our signature events yesterday. Check out our April 7th Sunday Recap to see what you might have missed. $500,000
Tips for gathering information on your opponents’ playing styles in Texas Hold’em April 8, 2024 Follow a few proven techniques to make sure you take down the next big pot In Texas Hold’em, understanding your opponents’ playing styles is paramount to success. Effective information gathering can give you a significant edge at the poker table. Here are some tips to help you gather valuable insights into your opponents’ strategies: Pay