Mokrani takes down the poker series’ main event and pockets a huge payday The 2024 Merit Poker Western Series $3,300 Main Event at Crystal Cove Hotel and Casino in North Cyprus has concluded. The 24 players on the final day played nearly ten 60-minute levels before France’s Mohamed Mokrani took the title over 672 entrants
More flops in PLO compared to Texas Hold’em mean players have to think long-term strategy Developing effective tournament strategies in Pot-Limit Omaha (PLO) requires a nuanced understanding of the game’s unique dynamics and the ability to adapt to varying situations. PLO tournaments differ from cash games in structure, blinds, and the evolving nature of player
The 2024 poker tourney calendar continues to shape up with hot events Turning Stone Resort Casino will host the world’s best players again this year as part of the World Series of Poker. The 12-day WSOP Circuit Event kicks off from March 14 to 25 and features several satellites leading up to the main circuit
The duo are the first two players from Brazil to appear on the list Two Brazilian poker players have been rising in the ranks since the start of 2023 as the country continues securing its position as producing some of the best players worldwide. Yuri Martins and Pablo Brito had many notable accomplishments last year
Position plays a more significant role in short deck poker than in Texas Hold’em Positional play is a critical aspect of success in Short Deck Poker, a variant of traditional Texas Hold’em with a reduced deck containing cards from 6 to Ace. As with any poker game, understanding and effectively utilizing position can significantly impact
Poker players and personalities will be honored for their contributions to the ecosystem After preliminary voting, the Global Poker Index announced the 5th Annual Global Poker Awards nominees. Several winners have already been chosen. Several players already knew they would receive awards – Bin Weng won GPI Poker Player of the Year, Kristen Foxen won
The DOJ is going after the poker player with hundreds of documents to support its case Federal authorities have gathered 142,689 pages of evidence in their case against high-stakes poker pro Gal Yifrach, who is accused of running an illegal gambling operation almost two years ago. Attorneys for the defendant and the US Court for
C-betting after the flop is a great way to keep your opponents on edge Continuation betting (c-betting) after the flop in Texas Hold’em is a crucial aspect of a player’s strategy, requiring a delicate balance between aggression and caution. A continuation bet occurs when a player who raised pre-flop continues their aggression with a bet
Poker players can take advantage of free courses to become card sharks The Massachusetts Institute of Technology recently announced that two poker courses have been added to the MIT Open Learning program. The courses are offered for free and are open to the public. Anyone looking to improve their poker skills and gain additional insight
The WSOP winner was a regular and popular fixture at poker events everywhere One of the most interesting characters during the 2000s, “Poker Boom,” Perry Friedman, passed away on Sunday at the age of 55. He was known as a bold joker at the table, with non-stop chattering and multi-colored hair, and was typically the
The turn card can open a lot of betting possibilities, requiring a tighter strategy In Texas Hold’em, the turn is a crucial point in the hand, and skilled players employ advanced hand-reading techniques to gain an edge over their opponents. As the fourth community card is revealed on the turn, players must reassess the strength
Alex Foxen has another great run at the tables as he captures his latest win Alex Foxen continues his dominance on the live poker circuit. He already has four final tables in high-stakes events in January, with his most recent victory at the 2024 Lucky Hearts Poker Open $25,500 No-Limit Hold’em high roller event at
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