Adjusting your strategy to capitalize on bubble fear is one of the most effective ways to build a stack Bubble anxiety is one of the most exploitable psychological factors in Texas Hold’em tournament poker. As the bubble approaches—the point where the next elimination determines who gets paid—many players shift their strategy out of fear. Recognizing
Frankie Zeta picks up $145,706 and his first six-figure cash The $2,200 Mid-Atlantic Poker Open (MAPO) Main Event at Maryland Live! Casino and Hotel wrapped up with Frankie Zeta claiming the title, the trophy, and a career-best payout of $145,706. The tournament attracted 367 entries, creating a prize pool of $718,586. After a competitive final
Understanding when to fold, call, or raise with small pocket pairs is essential to maximizing value Playing small pocket pairs in Texas Hold’em can be tricky, as these hands have potential but often require the right conditions to be profitable. Pairs like 2-2 through 6-6 are not strong on their own, but they can turn
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The son of the WSOP GOAT made his debut on the show Phil Hellmuth kicked off his 2024 tournament run with a 10th-place finish in a PokerGO Tour Kickoff Series event, earning $14,400. However, the real highlight for him was sharing the felt with his son, Phillip Hellmuth III, who made his PokerGO Studio debut
The key to handling small pairs on the bubble is understanding position and stack size Playing small pairs on the bubble in Texas Hold’em can be tricky, as the pressure of nearing a payout forces players to make careful decisions. While pocket pairs can be strong hands, their value depends on stack size, table dynamics,
The move comes shortly after major changes at WPT Global The World Poker Tour (WPT) has taken another drastic step in its restructuring efforts by shutting down its entire media department. The decision resulted in multiple layoffs, including key personnel who managed WPT’s digital presence, content creation, and media relations. The move follows a series
The NLHE pro shipped the event the first time participating in a Diamond Poker Series tourney Tom Vogelsang claimed victory at the Diamond Poker Series €5,200 (US$5,420) Pot-Limit Omaha (PLO) Opener. This adds another impressive title to his growing poker career. The event, held at Arena Casino Tirana, attracted 225 entries, generating a prize pool
Keep emotions in check, observe the action, and take advantage of mistakes to seize the win Understanding final table dynamics in Texas Hold’em freeroll tournaments is key to maximizing your chances of finishing in a top-paying spot. These dynamics differ from earlier stages, with more focus on strategic adjustments, player tendencies, and stack sizes. At
The series is now underway, with players starting to warm up for the main event The Mid-Atlantic Poker Open at Live! Casino and Hotel Maryland is gearing up for its highlight event, the $2,200 Main Event, set to begin on Friday, January 31. This highly anticipated tournament features a guaranteed prize pool of $500,000, drawing
This was the second year in a row that Foxen won the event Kristen Foxen secured another impressive victory, taking down the $10,000 finale of the PokerGO Tour (PGT) Kickoff Series on January 25. The Canadian poker pro earned $197,625 for her efforts, adding to her lifetime tournament earnings, which now stand at over $10.6
Incorporating calculated bluffs with small pocket pairs allows you to maximize their value Bluffing plays a crucial role in maximizing the potential of small pocket pairs in Texas Hold’em. While these hands can sometimes lead to big pots, their low rank often puts them at a disadvantage post-flop, making the ability to bluff effectively a
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