The fight occurred during a private game in Palm Beach County WSOP Circuit veteran Maurice Hawkins found himself at the center of a physical altercation during a private poker game in Palm Beach County, Florida, adding another chapter to a career marked by both success and controversy. Hawkins, who holds a record 21 WSOPC rings
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Adapting To Changing Table Dynamics in Freezeouts
Monitor stack depths, opponent tendencies, and changing incentives to adapt faster than the table Adapting to changing table dynamics in freezeouts is one of the most important skills for maintaining a deep run. Unlike rebuy formats, every player has only one shot, which creates constant shifts in pressure, risk tolerance, and playing style. Recognizing these
Pairings Announced for the Triton Invitational at This Year’s WSOP Paradise
Phil Ivey is one of the many big names that will appear in the event The pairings for the $250,000 Triton Invitational at this year’s WSOP Paradise have been revealed, setting the stage for one of December’s marquee events. The exclusive tournament features 40 players: 20 invited guests from the business and entertainment world, each
Sean Bloom Takes Down the Hendon Mob Championship Cape Town Million
The South African player took home $138,000 for his performance The Hendon Mob Championship Cape Town Million wrapped up its third edition with South Africa’s Sean Bloom emerging as the champion after a field of 354 entries. The ZAR8,000 (US$450) event, hosted at GrandWest Casino, nearly doubled its original guarantee and generated a prize pool
American Poker Pro Calvin Lee Ships APT $50,000 Superstar Championship
The top prize of $600,210 was among Lee’s biggest for 2025 as he continues to make deep runs American high-stakes pro Calvin Lee added another major title to his breakout year by winning the APT $50,000 Superstar Championship in Taipei. The event drew 36 entries and generated a prize pool of more than $1.8 million.
Managing Your Bankroll in Heads-Up Texas Hold’em
Heads-up poker should never pressure your personal income or savings Managing your bankroll in heads-up Texas Hold’em requires more precision than in full-ring or six-max games because the swings come faster and the pots tend to be larger relative to stack size. With only two players involved, you are constantly in action, which makes discipline
Martin Kabrhel Accused of Marking Cards at the BSOP Millions
The controversial player has been accused of similar actions in the past The BSOP Millions Super High Roller in São Paulo delivered high-stakes drama, but much of the attention shifted away from the cards when Martin Kabrhel became the center of controversy once again. During the R$500K (US$100,000) Main Event final table, local favorite Renan
Recognizing Key Spots To Apply Pressure in Poker Cash Games
By using position, and recognizing capped ranges, you can turn ordinary spots into profitable ones Applying pressure in poker cash games is a skill that separates steady winners from players who rely only on strong hands. Cash games reward players who can identify profitable situations to push opponents off marginal holdings. The goal is not
WSOP Circuit Heads to Texas for the First Time
Texas Card House will host the first-ever WSOPC event in Texas next year The WSOP Circuit is finally making its way to Texas, marking the first time the series will stop in the state. Austin is set to host the historic event in spring 2026, with Texas Card House serving as the venue. The move
Zdenek Zizka Wins BSOP $100K Main Event for $1.2 Million
The payday was the biggest to date for the former backgammon grandmaster Zdenek Zizka captured the spotlight at the BSOP Super High Roller Series after winning the R$500,000 (US$100,000) Main Event for a career-best R$6,000,000 (US$1.2 million). The Czech player outlasted a tough 36-entry field and finished the job in a heads-up battle against Brazilian
When to tighten up vs. loosen up when decks turn cold
A cold deck is a challenge, but it also forces more mindful decision-making. Cold stretches happen to every poker player, and knowing when to tighten up or loosen up during these runs can make the difference between damage control and a profitable recovery. A cold deck can create pressure to force action, but reacting emotionally
Felipe Boianovsky Ships the BSOP Super High Roller for $640,000
The Day 2 chip leader had to fight back in the end to secure the victory Felipe Boianovsky claimed the BSOP Super High Roller title after one of the wildest runs of his career, securing R$3,200,000 (US$640,000) and adding another major trophy to his résumé. He started Day 2 as the chip leader, yet his











