The women’s event attracted a very respectable 485 entries Tirza Sanders claimed victory in the 2024 WPT Ladies Championship, emerging from a competitive field of 485 entries to secure her first major title and a career-high payout of $90,432. The event took place at the Wynn Las Vegas, where friends and supporters gathered to cheer
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Strategies Playing Small Pocket Pairs In Texas Hold’em Multiway Pots
Focus on extracting value when you connect and minimizing losses when you don’t Playing small pocket pairs in Texas Hold’em multiway pots can be challenging but rewarding if approached strategically. These hands, typically ranging from twos to sixes, hold great potential when hitting a set on the flop but can be vulnerable in contested pots.
WPT Prime Championship See Over 9,600 Entries
Zak VanKeuren emerged as the champ, pocketing the $1.1M top prize The World Poker Tour (WPT) Prime Championship at Wynn Las Vegas concluded with Zak VanKeuren claiming the title and a $1,162,350 payday. The $1,100 buy-in event drew 9,670 entries, creating a competitive field and a dynamic final table. Nine players returned on the last
Alex Foxen ships WSOP Paradise $100,000 buy-in Triton NLHE main event
The long-time poker pro adds another WSOP title to his growing collection Alex Foxen is closing out 2024 in dominant fashion, further solidifying his place among poker’s elite. The 33-year-old American pro has had a remarkable year, making 20 final tables in Card Player Player of the Year (POY)-qualified events and capturing three titles. His
Identifying betting patterns in online PLO tournaments
In online PLO tournaments, adaptability and awareness are critical Pot-Limit Omaha (PLO) tournaments are a dynamic form of poker, requiring sharp analytical skills and a deep understanding of betting patterns to gain an edge over opponents. Unlike No-Limit Hold’em, PLO involves four hole cards instead of two, leading to a wider range of possible hands
European Poker Tour cancels Paris stop amid French political turmoil
The lack of a new federal budget forces the closure of gambling halls across Paris PokerStars has announced the cancellation of the highly anticipated European Poker Tour (EPT) Paris 2025, originally scheduled for February. This decision, made in collaboration with Club Barrière, the iconic casino on the Champs-Élysées, comes as a result of unforeseen regulatory
Garrett Adelstein To Appear Live On Stream At Bally Live Poker – Live At The Commerce
The long-time poker pro is ready to get back into the action Garrett Adelstein is set to make a highly anticipated return to live-streamed poker action tomorrow, at Bally Live Poker’s “Live at the Commerce” event. Known for his deep-stacked, aggressive playstyle, Adelstein will join an exciting mix of professionals and recreational players at the
Overcoming Donk Betting In Texas Hold’em Freerolls
Exploiting predictable donks by trapping or outmaneuvering them post-flop can turn their tactic into an opportunity Donk betting is a move that often surprises even experienced players, especially in Texas Hold’em freeroll tournaments. This strategy, where a player places an unusually large bet out of position after being the caller preflop, can disrupt conventional gameplay
WPT Prime Championship Sets New Live Tournament Registration Record
There were over 3,800 entries for the Day 1 of the event The World Poker Tour (WPT) Prime Championship at Wynn Las Vegas has set a new milestone, breaking records for its largest single starting flight. Participation in tournaments like this one increases as time goes by, generating not only fierce but also massive competition.
Jeffrey Copeland Captures First MSPT Title In St. Louis
The poker pro now has almost $800,000 in live cashes Jeffrey Copeland claimed his first Mid-States Poker Tour (MSPT) title on December 8 at the Hollywood Casino in St. Louis, Missouri. The local poker pro took home $85,871, the largest payday of his career, pushing his total earnings close to $800,000. This victory marks his
Effective Bet-sizing Strategies On The Bubble In Texas Hold’em
Mastering bet-sizing during the bubble can significantly improve your tournament success Bet-sizing on the bubble in Texas Hold’em is a critical skill that can make or break your chances of reaching the money. The bubble refers to the point in the tournament where only a few players must be eliminated before everyone remaining secures a
WPT World Championship Draws Massive Field, Doubling The Guarantee
Over 3,000 entries were registered for the event, producing a prize pool of $2 million The 2024 World Poker Tour (WPT) World Championship at Wynn Las Vegas kicked off with an impressive showing in its $800 buy-in No-Limit Hold’em event, featuring a $1 million guarantee. Drawing a massive 3,006 entries across six starting flights, the