The former All-Pro cornerback and Dancing with the Stars alum also has poker skills The Celebrity Poker Tour Invitational VIII wrapped up in dramatic fashion with NFL veteran Josh Norman emerging as the champion. The former All-Pro cornerback, known for his years with the Carolina Panthers and a stint on Dancing with the Stars, walked
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Post-Flop Strategies in PLO: The Importance of Texture
Successful post-flop play in PLO depends on reading textures accurately and adjusting your strategy In Pot-Limit Omaha (PLO), the post-flop stage is where the game truly comes alive, and board texture plays a critical role in shaping the right strategy. Unlike No-Limit Hold’em, where players work with just two cards, PLO’s four-card starting hands create
WSOPC Tournament at Playground in Montreal Sets New WSOPC Record
The turnout for the event pushed the prize pool to more than $3 million The World Series of Poker Circuit (WSOPC) reached new heights in Montreal this month, as the Playground Poker Club hosted a record-breaking main event. The $1,800 buy-in tournament drew 1,978 entries, creating a prize pool of more than $3.2 million— the
Barstool Sports’ Dave Portnoy to Take on Eric Nathan in Heads-up Match
The two will square off in a $20,000 heads-up freezeout match Barstool Sports is turning up the heat on its poker coverage with a new high-stakes clash between its founder, Dave Portnoy, and longtime content creator Eric “Barstool Nate” Nathan. The two will square off in a $20,000 heads-up freezeout match, with blinds staying fixed
The Importance of Patience in Heads-up Poker: Waiting for the Right Opportunities
Success doesn’t come from nonstop aggression but from picking your battles wisely Patience is often the hidden strength that separates average players from successful ones in heads-up poker. Unlike full-ring or even six-max games, where players can afford to wait for premium hands, heads-up action demands involvement in a much wider range of situations. Even
Planet Hollywood Nixes WSOPC December Event Due To Full Schedule
The Caesars-owned property says it has too much going on to host another tournament Planet Hollywood has pulled the plug on its planned December World Series of Poker Circuit (WSOPC) stop, citing a crowded poker calendar that left little room for the event to shine. The Caesars-owned property had been gearing up for its return
Liv Boeree Marries Long-Time Partner Igor Kurganov During Burning Man
One of poker’s most enduring couples gambles on the future as a permanent couple Two of poker’s most recognizable figures have officially tied the knot — and in true nontraditional fashion. Liv Boeree and Igor Kurganov, long regarded as one of the game’s ultimate power couples, were married at Burning Man, the annual counterculture festival
The Role of Patience: Waiting Out Cold Decks in Tournaments
Ultimately, patience during cold decks protects your tournament life Poker tournaments are full of highs and lows, and one of the most difficult stretches any player faces is running into a cold deck. That means hand after hand comes with little playable value, or the action always seems to go against you. It can test
WSOP Makes a Deal to Allow Content Creators To Cover Events
The decision is a reversal of the organization’s recent ban on social media personalities The World Series of Poker (WSOP) has announced a new rewards program aimed at content creators, marking a major policy shift that opens the door for vloggers, streamers, and influencers to cover its events. The move comes after years of debate
France’s Thomas Eychenne Ships EPT Barcelona Main Event for $1.4M
The win was the biggest for Eychenne and the third-largest for the EPT Thomas Eychenne is the newest champion of the PokerStars European Poker Tour (EPT) Barcelona Main Event, claiming a career-best score of $1,424,095 after topping a massive field of 2,045 players. The €5,300 buy-in event generated an $11.5 million prize pool, making it
The Impact of Rake and Fees on Short Deck Decision-Making
Short Deck strategy isn’t just about ranges and reads—it’s also about economics Short Deck poker has exploded in popularity in recent years, offering players a fast-paced alternative to traditional No-Limit Hold’em. But like any format, the profitability of the game doesn’t depend only on cards and opponents—it also comes down to the structure, especially rake
Ladies Poker Events Still Running Strong with Completion of EPT Barcelona
Shiina Okamoto continues to show why she’s one of poker’s leading players Shiina Okamoto’s impressive run in women’s poker continued at the European Poker Tour (EPT) Barcelona, where she captured yet another title in the €550 (US$645) ladies event. The Japanese architect-turned-poker pro defeated a field of 126 entries to claim the trophy and €15,510