Punnat Punsri took home the GPI POY title On January 7, the Global Poker Index (GPI) officially confirmed that Punnat Punsri has won the 2025 GPI Player of the Year title. This victory marks a historic milestone as Punsri becomes the first Asian player to ever secure the world’s top ranking. The race concluded in
Month: January 2026
How to Win More NBA Bets: Proven Strategies That Work
Learning how to win more sports bets in the NBA requires systematic execution rather than relying on instinct. The regulated U.S. sports betting market processes over $8 billion annually in NBA wagers, with professional bettors maintaining win rates between 54-58% through disciplined strategy implementation. Sharp handicappers consistently beat recreational bettors by exploiting market inefficiencies and
5 Poker New Year’s Resolutions That Will Increase Your Bottom Line in 2026
Poker New Year’s resolutions always sound the same. Put in more volume, study more, move up in stakes, stop tilting. And for 99% of people, by the time February rolls around, everything’s back to exactly how it was the year before. So for 2026, I propose we try something different: instead of making the same
Why Line Shopping is Crucial for Your Futures Bets
Understanding Line Shopping for Futures Bets Line shopping is an essential practice for those engaging in futures betting. This process involves comparing odds across different sportsbooks to find the most favorable lines available. The significance of line shopping becomes even clearer when considering how slight variations in odds can impact potential profits and overall
Which Futures Markets Are Best for Beginner Bettors?
Understanding the world of futures markets can be challenging, especially for beginner bettors. However, grasping some key concepts and the best futures markets available can enhance the betting experience and facilitate smarter decisions. Futures betting involves placing wagers on events that will happen in the future, making it a unique aspect of the gambling landscape.
From Online Satellite to WSOP Gold: Imari Love’s Unforgettable WSOP Paradise Run
Every poker player dreams of the moment when preparation, opportunity, and a little bit of luck collide. For Imari Love, that dream became reality in December 2025 — and it all started on ACR Poker. After qualifying online through ACR satellites, Imari earned his way to WSOP Paradise in the Bahamas, fired multiple events, and
Solana Mobile Plans SKR Token for Seeker Phone
The Seeker has already shown strong early demand, with over 150,000 devices shipped or pre-ordered globally Solana Mobile has officially confirmed that its native SKR token will launch on January 21, 2026. This digital asset is designed to serve as the backbone of the “Seeker” smartphone ecosystem, providing a new layer of decentralized governance and
Evaluating Coach Strategies and Their Impact on Betting
By studying a coach’s history, you can identify patterns in how they handle injuries and high-pressure situations In sports betting, evaluating coaching strategies is often the difference between a winning ticket and a near-miss. Unlike player stats, which are largely quantitative, coaching impact is qualitative and requires a deep understanding of game management. A coach’s
Playing the Joker: Best Practices for Wild Card Usage in Pai Gow
Prioritize a balanced split over a single “monster” hand to minimize your losses and capitalize on the joker In Pai Gow Poker, the joker is not a standard wild card but is often referred to as a “bug.” For beginners, mastering its use is essential for balancing your two-card “low” hand and five-card “high” hand.
Cardrooms, Slots Targeted in New Florida Bill
The comprehensive approach aims to strip localities of their ability to bypass state gambling laws A sweeping new gambling reform bill has been filed in Florida, targeting illegal gaming operations while removing diversity requirements from the state’s regulatory framework. Introduced by Sen. Clay Yarborough, SB 1164 proposes a wide range of changes that would impact
Patrick Leonard Wins Second PokerGO Title and Shot at $1M Freeroll
The exclusive $1 million freeroll is open only to the top 40 eligible players of the year British poker pro Patrick Leonard has locked in a major victory to start the year, taking down Event #2 of the PGT Last Chance series. Leonard earned $315,000 for his first-place finish in the $10,100 No-Limit Hold’em tournament
Bankroll Management for Short Deck Poker
By acknowledging that you will face more frequent downswings, you can prepare yourself for the swings Short Deck poker, or Six Plus Hold’em, is a high-action game where removing low cards narrows equity gaps. For beginners, this means “swings” or variance will be much higher than in traditional No-Limit Hold’em. Proper bankroll management is about











