The journalist was well-known for his poker coverage on PokerNews and other sites The poker community has recently learned of the loss of Marty Derbyshire, a veteran of poker media, who passed away unexpectedly at the age of 52. Derbyshire’s death was caused by Melioidosis, a rare bacterial infection also known as Whitmore’s disease. Originally
The more you understand the nuances, the better your chances of building a bankroll in PLO Building a bankroll in Pot-Limit Omaha (PLO) tournaments can be a challenging yet rewarding journey, especially for beginners. PLO is known for its action-packed gameplay, which makes it exciting but also risky. To succeed, it’s crucial to have a
Nick Bowyer has been crowned the greatest amateur poker player of the year The 2024 World Championship of Amateur Poker (WCOAP) has crowned a new champion this past weekend. Nick Bowyer has emerged as the winner, taking home a nice payday. The event, organized by the Amateur Poker Association & Tour (APAT), took place at
The current Internet celeb will appear alongside Dwight Howard, JaVale McGee and others The Celebrity Poker Tour is set to host its fourth tournament, drawing attention not just for its lineup of sports stars and influencers but also for the inclusion of Haliey Welch, famously known as the “Hawk Tuah Girl.” This event will be
Managing a short stack on the bubble requires balancing different aspects of opponents’ play Handling a short stack on the bubble in Texas Hold’em is a critical moment that requires a strategic approach to maximize your chances of making it into the money. When you’re on the bubble, meaning one elimination away from reaching the
The debate over what constitutes legal poker in Texas continues to go unanswered A Dallas appeals court has ruled in favor of Texas Card House, allowing the poker club to remain open after city officials attempted to revoke its operating certificate. The 5th District Court of Appeals’ decision upheld an earlier ruling by the city’s
The player got caught up in the Shohei Ohtani scandal Damien LeForbes, a professional poker player known for his appearance on the eighth season of High Stakes Poker in 2021, has pled guilty in federal court to charges of money laundering and operating an illegal sports betting ring in California and Nevada. The plea, which
Learn how to navigate through the field and increase your chances of making it to the final table In a Texas Hold’em freeroll tournament, adjusting your strategy based on the different stages of the game is crucial to maximize your chances of success. Freerolls typically attract a large number of players, many of whom are
The record-holding swimmer will be a key figure in GP’s activities Global Poker has taken its partnership with Olympic legend Michael Phelps to a new level. The online entertainment and gaming company, Virtual Gaming Worlds (VGW), which operates the Global Poker brand, announced that it has expanded its collaboration with the 23-time Olympic gold medalist.
The Spanish poker phenom continues to show off at the felt Adrian Mateos, the Spanish poker sensation, has added another impressive victory to his career by winning the Super High Roller (SHR) Series Cyprus Event #6: $25,750 No-Limit Hold’em Mystery Bounty. This win significantly increased his standing in the 2024 Global Poker Index (GPI) Player
Always be aware of your opponents’ betting patterns when weighing your hand strength Playing middle pocket pairs in multi-way pots in Texas Hold’em requires a strategic approach that balances caution with aggression. Middle pairs, such as 7-7, 8-8, and 9-9, are strong enough to win significant pots but also vulnerable, especially when multiple players are
The WSOP’s ‘LaptopGate’ incident is bringing changes to tournament play The European Poker Tour (EPT) has implemented a new policy banning the use of solvers at live events, a move that signals a strong stance against the use of technology that could give players an unfair advantage. This change, which comes into effect during the
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