The four-time WSOP bracelet winner believes the high roller circuit is fake Mike Matusow has sparked controversy within the poker community by questioning the authenticity of the high roller scene. The four-time World Series of Poker (WSOP) bracelet winner described the high roller circuit as “fake” and referred to the impressive six- and seven-figure cashes
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WPT Opens Its First Dealer Certification Program in Thailand
The poker organization hopes to build on poker’s popularity in the region The World Poker Tour (WPT) has launched its first-ever Dealer Certification Program in Thailand, marking a significant step forward in the country’s growing poker scene. The event, held from May 20 to 24, 2025, in Bangkok, was a collaboration between the Thai Ministry
Roughrider Poker Tour Makes Minnesota Debut in August
The tournament arrives in Minnesota for the first time on August 1-3 The Roughrider Poker Tour (RPT) is bringing its tournament action to Minnesota for the first time this August, with the debut of RPT Jackpot Junction. The event will run from August 1 to 3 at Jackpot Junction Casino Hotel in Morton, offering local
Dnegs Calls for Removal of ‘Black Mark’ of Poker Tournaments
More professional poker players are calling for a shot clock in all tournaments Daniel Negreanu is renewing his call for stricter time controls in poker tournaments after the 2025 World Series of Poker drew criticism over repeated stalling tactics by players. During the Main Event and other WSOP events this summer, several players were accused
Aussie Millions Returns Next Year After Six-Year Absence
The poker tournament series will be held at Crown Melbourne beginning next April After a long break, one of poker’s most famous tournaments is officially back on the calendar. The Aussie Millions will return to Crown Melbourne from April 24 to May 10, 2026, marking its first run since 2020. Known for its unique mix
Study Shows Las Vegas Isn’t the Poker Capital of the US
Montana holds the top spot for poker players, according to a recent review A new study has shaken up the long-held belief that Las Vegas reigns supreme as the poker capital of the US. According to data published by Gambling.com, Montana now holds the title, based on the number of poker rooms relative to its
Brief Cyberattack Knocks Out WSOP Main Event Coverage
The minor disruption proved to be a major deal with poker fans A 20-minute cyberattack disrupted live coverage of the 2025 World Series of Poker (WSOP) Main Event final table on Monday night, leaving fans worldwide unable to watch the tournament’s biggest moment in real time. The interruption came during a critical hand, sparking immediate
2025 WSOP Main Event Final Table Set, With First Female Player in 30 Years
Spanish poker pro Leonore “Leo” Margets has her seat locked in as the final run begins The 2025 World Series of Poker (WSOP) Main Event final table is officially set, with nine players returning to the Horseshoe and Paris Las Vegas on July 15 to compete for the $10 million top prize. Out of a
Playground Pays Out $2.2M Bad Beat Jackpot as Royal Flush Beats Straight Flush
An unreal scenario recently unfolded, but still ended up as a win for the ultimate loser A massive bad beat jackpot worth over CAD2.2 million (US$1.81 million) was triggered this week at Playground Poker Club in Quebec, Canada, when a Royal Flush defeated a Straight Flush in a $1/$2 No-Limit Hold’em cash game. The hand
First Triton One Series Come to Jeju This September
The annual poker tournament series in South Korea is adding a new twist this year Triton Poker is launching a new tournament series aimed at mid-stakes players, with its debut “Triton One” event set to take place in Jeju, South Korea, this September. The series will run from September 2 to 8 at the Landing
$60 Million Main Event Included in December’s WSOP Paradise Series
The series will be held from December 4 to December 18 at Atlantis Paradise Island in the Bahamas The World Series of Poker (WSOP) is set to return with an even bigger event this December as the third edition of WSOP Paradise takes place from December 4 to December 18 at Atlantis Paradise Island in
BetMGM Poker Championship Player Overcomes Incredible Odds To Take the Victory
Nguyen Le took down the event after fighting back with just one chip in his stack Nguyen Le delivered one of the most memorable performances in recent tournament history by taking down the 2025 BetMGM Poker Championship at Aria Resort & Casino in Las Vegas. Le earned $777,777 for the win after surviving a near-elimination