Norway’s Birger Larsen was disqualified and removed from the venue following a severe outburst and violation of conduct rules. An incident at the World Series of Poker Europe (WSOPE) resulted in the immediate disqualification of player Birger Larsen during the €5,300 PLO European Championship. The ejection caused him to miss out on potentially taking a
Middle-round strategies must shift between formats to meet the nuances of the game Transitioning from the early levels to the middle rounds of a poker tournament requires a significant tactical adjustment, particularly when comparing the online and live environments. In both formats, the middle rounds are defined by rising blinds and the introduction of antes,
The series will feature a €500,000 GTD Grand Event and diverse side tournaments The Malta Poker Festival (MPF) has finalized the schedule for its 2026 Spring Edition, which will take place at the Portomaso Casino in St. Julian’s from April 27 to May 4. This year’s series sees the return of a number of events
The latest title adds to an already unmatched record and keeps him firmly at the top of the WSOPC leaderboard Maurice Hawkins added another milestone to his already historic résumé, capturing his 24th World Series of Poker Circuit (WSOPC) ring over the weekend. The win came in a $400 Double Stack event held near Chicago,
Variance is unavoidable, and the goal is not to win every pot, but to make consistent, clear decisions Losing chips from the big blind is part of poker, but repeated losses can test even experienced players. Since the big blind is forced money, you will often defend with weaker ranges and face tough post-flop spots.
The series includes a $600 buy-in Main Event with a $500,000 guarantee in July The Orleans Casino has released details for its 2026 Summer Open, giving players another option during the busy poker season in Las Vegas. The series will run from May 22 through July 12 and includes more than $4.7 million in guaranteed
This victory puts Eggenberger’s name on the WSOP winners list and adds a major highlight to her career It was an excellent way for Anca Eggenberger to earn her first gold bracelet. The Swiss poker player won the Ladies Championship event of WSOP Europe where there were blinds set at €1,000 (US$1,160). There were 197
Understanding when to apply each method gives you a clear edge in aggressive one-on-one battles Heads-up poker forces players to think carefully about how they build 3-betting ranges. With only two players, hand values widen and aggression increases. Choosing between a linear or polar 3-bet strategy becomes a key decision that shapes how pots are
The event attracted 1,781 entries across multiple starting flights for a prize pool of over $2.9 million Playground Poker Club has once again delivered one of the biggest stops on the World Series of Poker Circuit calendar, producing the second-largest Main Event prize pool in the tour’s history. The Canadian venue continues to draw massive
The event attracted a record 3,610 entries and gave Cohen over $200,000 for his performance Sacha Cohen delivered on expectations at the 2026 Winamax Poker Tour Grande Finale, turning a strong chip lead into a career-defining victory. Backed by a vocal rail of friends and supporters, he closed out the event by defeating Lucien Cervettaz
Stay disciplined and observant to turn frustrating stretches into long-term improvements in your game Cold decks are a frustrating part of poker, especially for beginners still learning the game. A cold deck happens when you consistently receive weak hands or run into stronger holdings. It can feel personal, but it’s simply variance, something every player
The series wraps up with a $25,200 No-Limit Hold’em event The 2026 US Poker Open is set to return this month, bringing another round of high-stakes action to Las Vegas. The series will run from April 10 through April 23 at the PokerGO Studio inside ARIA Resort & Casino. This year’s schedule includes ten events,
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