Esfandiari is making a return after having been away from the game for years Antonio Esfandiari is set to make his return to high-stakes poker with an appearance on PokerStars’ The Big Game on Tour, bringing with him the charisma that made him a standout in the poker world. Known as “The Magician” for his
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Reading Opponent Tells in Online Texas Hold’em Freeroll Tournaments
By combining certain tips, you can improve your strategy in online Texas Hold’em freerolls Identifying opponent tells in online Texas Hold’em freeroll tournaments can be a challenge, but even in the virtual world, players reveal patterns and behaviors that provide clues about their hands. By tuning into timing, betting patterns, and chat behavior, you can
$1M GTD Main Event Included in Upcoming WSOP Circuit Commerce Casino Series
The 18-ring series begins on November 13 and wraps up on November 26 The World Series of Poker (WSOP) Circuit is heading to California’s Commerce Casino this month, bringing an exciting lineup of events with substantial prize guarantees. This highly anticipated festival, which will run from November 13 to November 26, will feature 18 ring
The Lazy Man’s Approach To Learning Poker Solvers
There’s a lot of reasons why poker-solver work wouldn’t be a good fit for certain players. Learning disabilities, ADHD, bad memory, physical issues keeping them from spending long hours at the computer. Older players overwhelmed by the technology, younger players without enough time alongside school, work, and family obligations, players whose entire joy for the
Roland Israelashvili Captures First WSOP Title After Record Cash Run
The long-time player has hundreds of cashes, but always fell short of a title After nearly two decades of competing at the World Series of Poker (WSOP), Roland Israelashvili finally secured his first gold bracelet. Known for his persistence and skill at the tables, the 66-year-old from Forest Hills, New York, won the WSOP Online
Bluffing Strategies Against a Tight Player in Pot-Limit Omaha
Well-timed bluffs appear credible and put pressure on tight players to fold Bluffing in Pot-Limit Omaha (PLO) can be challenging, especially against a tight player who picks their spots carefully and rarely overextends. However, by using calculated strategies, you can exploit the tightness of such players. Every player must know how to bluff in PLO
Caesars Entertainment Finalizes $500 Million Sale of WSOP
NSUS Group is now one of the world’s largest poker powerhouses Caesars Entertainment has completed the sale of the World Series of Poker (WSOP) to NSUS Group Inc., marking a significant shift in the poker industry. The $500 million deal, announced as finalized on October 29, transfers one of the most recognized poker brands globally
Michael Wang Adds First WPT Title With Playground Championship Main Event Win
The New Jersey player’s impromptu trip to Canada paid off in a big way Michael Wang has added a major milestone to his impressive poker career by claiming his first World Poker Tour (WPT) title. The New Jersey native won the 2024 WPT Playground Championship, held at Playground Poker Club in Canada, after besting a
Evaluating the Table Dynamics During Bubble Play in Texas Hold’em
Understanding when to apply pressure and when to tighten up can help you gain an edge Evaluating table dynamics during the bubble phase in Texas Hold’em is a crucial skill that can significantly impact your tournament outcome. The “bubble” refers to the period in a tournament when only a few players need to be eliminated
Two Charity Poker Events Coming to Vegas, One Featuring a Super Bowl Champ
Two big poker events hosted by the Charity Series of Poker are descending on Las Vegas Las Vegas poker fans are in for an exciting week with two upcoming charity poker events, each supporting unique causes and featuring well-known personalities. Hosted by the Charity Series of Poker (CSOP), these events will give poker enthusiasts a
Luis Yepez Takes Down WSOP Circuit Southern Indiana Main Event
The California player picked up his first WSOP Circuit ring and a six-figure payday Luis Yepez emerged victorious at the WSOP Circuit Southern Indiana Main Event, besting a field of 338 entries in the $1,700 buy-in No-Limit Hold ’em tournament. With his win, Yepez took home $111,979 and earned his first WSOP Circuit gold ring,
The Science of Set Mining: When To Play Small Pocket Pairs in Texas Hold’em
Set mining small pocket pairs in Texas Hold’em requires several key components Set mining, or playing small pocket pairs with the hope of hitting a three-of-a-kind (a “set”) on the flop, is a popular strategy in Texas Hold’em. When done correctly, set mining can be a powerful tool for building a stack, but success hinges