Bluffing Versus Value Betting on the Bubble in Texas Hold’em August 21, 2024 Properly executing a bluff on the bubble can help you build your stack and reach the final round In Texas Hold’em, the bubble stage is a critical moment in a tournament where the next player eliminated will miss out on the money. This creates unique dynamics in decision-making, especially when it comes to bluffing versus
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The Role of Aggression When Playing Middle Pocket Pairs in Texas Hold’em August 20, 2024 Tempered aggression and knowing when to use it are key to success in Texas Hold’em Aggression plays a crucial role when dealing with middle pocket pairs in Texas Hold’em. These hands, such as pocket sevens, eights, or nines, are strong enough to be ahead of many hands pre-flop but can become vulnerable after the community
Sunday Recap: Dual Venom tourneys each beat its guarantee August 19, 2024 Our massive $8 Million GTD Mystery Bounty and $2 Million GTD PLO Venom events finished their Day 1’s yesterday and each tourney beat its guarantee in exciting fashion. We also had big Venom Special tourneys and our normal array of weekly events. Read our August 18th Sunday Recap for full details. $8 Million Mystery Bounty
Recognizing Potential Danger Cards for Flush Draws in Texas Hold’em August 19, 2024 Recognizing these danger cards is vital to making informed decisions In Texas Hold’em, mastering the art of recognizing danger cards when you’re on a flush draw is crucial. Flush draws can be exciting and potentially lucrative, but they also carry significant risks. Knowing when a card helps your hand or, more importantly, when it can
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Supersized Tourney Week brings you $5 Million in bumped-up guarantees August 16, 2024 After the success of our $8 Million Mystery Bounty and $2 Million PLO Venom, we’re not slowing down. Our $40 Million OSS XL is just around the corner, getting underway on September 8th. But you don’t need to wait until then for big tournament action. From August 25th to September 3rd, we’re rolling out Supersized
How To Navigate Through Multi-Way Limped Pots in Pot-Limit Omaha August 16, 2024 The allure of big pots in PLO can tempt you to chase, but discipline is key Navigating multi-way limped pots in Pot-Limit Omaha (PLO) requires a blend of strategic awareness and disciplined decision-making. Unlike Texas Hold’em, PLO often sees more players seeing the flop, especially in limped pots. This dynamic can lead to complex situations
The Significance of Pot Odds on the Bubble in Texas Hold’em August 14, 2024 It’s important to understand the pot odds when playing on the bubble Understanding pot odds on the bubble in Texas Hold’em can be the difference between making it into the money and busting out just before the payouts begin. When the tournament is on the bubble, the dynamics shift as every decision becomes critical, often
Adjusting Your Texas Hold’em Play Based on Stack Sizes With Middle Pocket Pairs August 13, 2024 Adjusting your strategy to match your stack size is key to maximizing the value In Texas Hold’em, adjusting your strategy based on stack sizes is crucial, especially when holding middle pocket pairs. These hands, such as 7-7, 8-8, or 9-9, can be tricky to play, and understanding how to navigate different stack sizes can make
Sunday Recap: Mystery Bounty and PLO Venom heat up on Day 1C August 12, 2024 Another thrilling Sunday unfolded yesterday as Day 1C of the $8 Million Mystery Bounty and $2 Million PLO Venom events took center stage. But that was just part of the story at ACR Poker thanks to Venom Specials and our signature Sunday events. Read our August 11th Sunday Recap for a full rundown of the
Playing Flush Draws in Multiway Texas Hold’em Pots August 12, 2024 There’s a lot to consider when you’re trying to hit a flush in multi-way pots Playing flush draws in multiway Texas Hold’em pots can be both thrilling and challenging. When multiple players are involved in a hand, the dynamics change, and making the right decisions becomes crucial. Poker plates must have a guide to navigating