Last chance for our Dual Venom PKO Tourneys is this Sunday! October 25, 2024 Our Dual Venom PKO tourneys have four Day 1’s in the books. That means your final chance to compete and qualify for Day 2 is this Sunday, October 27th. Day 1E officially begins at 1:05pm ET for both Venom PKO’s – the $5 Million GTD NLH and $1.5 Million GTD PLO. Secure your seats via
Maintaining Focus and Discipline During Long PLO Sessions October 25, 2024 When you know when to step back, you can stay sharp for the entirety of the PLO session Maintaining focus and discipline during long Pot-Limit Omaha (PLO) sessions can be a challenge, given the game’s fast pace and the mental energy required to handle multiple hand possibilities. A key strategy to stay sharp through hours
Capitalizing on Bubble Pressure as a Big Stack in Texas Hold’em October 24, 2024 The bubble is a great time for a big stack to accumulate chips if you follow a few guidelines In Texas Hold’em, the bubble stage is a critical point in tournaments, where only a few players need to be eliminated for the remaining participants to reach the money. As a big stack, this is an
The Psychological Element of Playing with Middle Pocket Pairs in Texas Hold’em October 23, 2024 Keeping a calm demeanor and making rational decisions is essential in poker Playing middle pocket pairs in Texas Hold’em introduces a distinct psychological challenge that requires a balance of confidence, caution, and strategy. These hands, often seen as tricky, include pocket pairs ranging from sevens to tens. While they can hold considerable value, they are
Combining Flush Draws With Other Strong Hands in Texas Hold’em October 22, 2024 Combining flush draws with other strong hands can give you an edge at the tables Combining a flush draw with other strong hands in Texas Hold’em can be a powerful strategy that increases your chances of winning a pot. When you have a flush draw, you’re typically looking for one more card of the same
Sunday Recap: Dual Venom PKO tourneys continue October 21, 2024 Our two massive Venom PKO tournaments, the $5 Million Guaranteed NLH and the $1.5 Million Guaranteed PLO, continued yesterday with Day 1C. Yet that was just part of our exciting schedule, which included several Venom specials. Read our Sunday Recap for October 20th to see what you might have missed. The Sunday Special $150,000 GTD
Adjusting Your Starting Hand Requirements in Texas Hold’em Freerolls October 21, 2024 Flexibility and timing separate the average players from those who consistently make deep runs In Texas Hold’em freerolls, adjusting your starting hand requirements is crucial for long-term success. Freerolls are tournaments with no entry fee, attracting a large number of players with varying skill levels. This creates an unpredictable environment, requiring flexible strategies, particularly when
Dual Venom PKO Tournaments are in full swing! October 18, 2024 The bell has rung, and the gloves are off! Our two massive Venom PKO tournaments – the $5 Million Guaranteed NLH PKO and $1.5 Million Guaranteed PLO PKO – are underway, and the action is heating up. Don’t miss your chance to step into the ring for Day 1C this Sunday, October 20th at 1:05pm
Fantasy Poker League: Monte Carlo drafting is now open October 18, 2024 The Super High Roller Series is coming to Monte Carlo this November and now you can strike it rich without leaving your couch or playing a single hand! The drafting period for our Fantasy Poker League: Monte Carlo is now underway and running until Wednesday, October 30th. Here’s how it works: Create your ultimate team
The Importance of Readjusting After Losing a Big Pot in PLO October 18, 2024 Staying disciplined and waiting for the right spots will give you the best chance to gain momentum Losing a big pot in Pot-Limit Omaha (PLO) can be a gut-wrenching experience, but how a player reacts afterward is critical to their overall success. PLO is a high-variance game, and even skilled players will face swings. It’s
Adjusting Your Betting Size Based on Bubble Considerations in Texas Hold’em October 17, 2024 Adapting to the bubble pressure can be the difference between just surviving and going deeper In Texas Hold’em tournaments, the “bubble” is a critical point where only a few players need to be eliminated before the remaining field reaches the payout. This moment requires thoughtful adjustments to betting size, as playing recklessly or too conservatively
What is Equity in poker? October 17, 2024 Equity in poker is a simple but highly important concept in the decision-making process of the game. In summary, it can be described as that share of the pot that a player theoretically may be taken to in an average sense, regarding the remaining cards yet to be dealt. By calculating equity properly, you’ll be