By blending observation, timing, and aggression, you can steal blinds and antes on the bubble Stealing blinds and antes on the bubble in Texas Hold’em is a critical strategy to build your chip stack. At this stage, players often tighten up to avoid busting before reaching the money, creating opportunities for aggressive players to exploit
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The List Of Global Poker Award Finalists Has Been Published
The Global Poker Index has presented the nominees for the awards ceremony next month The Global Poker Index has announced its list of nominees for the upcoming Global Poker Awards, scheduled to take place on February 22 at PokerGO Studios. Caitlin Comeskey leads this year’s contenders with four nominations, marking her as one of the
Justin Tsui Takes Down WSOPC Marrakech Main Event
The win was the first WSOPC title for Tsui and came following a record turnout Justin Tsui emerged victorious at the 2025 WSOP Circuit Marrakech Main Event, claiming his first WSOPC ring and a career-high cash prize of 2,700,000 MAD (US$270,000). The event set a new record with 1,523 entries, generating a prize pool of
Analyzing Opponents In Texas Hold’em Freerolls: Spotting The Recreational Players
Identify recreational players to capitalize on their mistakes while minimizing your own risks Analyzing opponents in Texas Hold’em freerolls is a crucial skill, particularly when identifying recreational players. Freerolls often attract a wide range of participants, many of whom are less experienced or play for fun. Recognizing these recreational players can give you a significant
WSOP Circuit Coming To California’s Graton Resort & Casino
The popular tournament series will run February 13-24 The World Series of Poker Circuit (WSOPC) is set to return to Northern California at Graton Resort & Casino this February. From February 13 to 24, poker enthusiasts will compete for 18 WSOPC gold rings, with over $1.2 million in guaranteed prize money up for grabs throughout
Leon Tsoukernik Out Of Coma Following Alleged Drug Overdose
The former owner of King’s Resort is still in critical condition Leon Tsoukernik, the well-known casino entrepreneur and former owner of King’s Resort, has emerged from a coma after a suspected propofol overdose that left him in critical condition. The 51-year-old businessman spent nearly two days in a life-threatening state at Prague’s Na Homolce Hospital
Knowing When To Fold Small Pocket Pairs In Texas Hold’em
Learning to fold in unfavorable situations can save you money and keep you in the game longer Small pocket pairs can be both exciting and challenging in Texas Hold’em. While they may offer the potential to hit a strong hand, knowing when to fold them is a critical skill that separates skilled players from novices.
Borgata Winter Poker Open NLHE Championship Now In The History Books
The final event ended in a heads-up deal between the last two remaining The Borgata Winter Poker Open NLHE Championship has wrapped up, delivering an unforgettable conclusion to the two-week poker festival. This $3,500 buy-in event, hosted at the Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa in Atlantic City and sponsored by BetMGM Poker, crowned two champions
Poker Player, Supreme Court Blogger Tom Goldstein Indicted For Tax Fraud
The lawyer allegedly hid millions of dollars in winnings to avoid paying taxes Tom Goldstein, a poker player and founder of the Supreme Court-focused SCOTUSblog, has been indicted in a federal tax fraud case. The charges, filed in Maryland, allege that Goldstein participated in a multimillion-dollar scheme to evade taxes while misusing funds from his
The Role Of Implied Odds In Pot-Limit Omaha
Mastering the concept of implied odds allows you to evaluate risks versus rewards effectively Implied odds play a critical role in Pot-Limit Omaha (PLO), influencing the decisions players make throughout a hand. Unlike in No-Limit Texas Hold’em, where a single pair can often win, PLO is a game where strong hands like straights, flushes, and
WSOP Circuit Horseshoe Tunica To Offer $1.1 Million In Guarantees
The tournament series begins on January 23 and runs through February 3 The World Series of Poker Circuit (WSOPC) is returning to Horseshoe Tunica this January, bringing an exciting lineup of events and over $1.1 million in guaranteed prize pools. The series will run from January 23 to February 3, featuring 18 gold ring events
23-year-old Ships Beau Rivage $1,200 Buy-in $1M GTD Main Event
William Oertling outlasted 1,755 entries to win the event The Beau Rivage Heater series in Biloxi, Mississippi, concluded with a dramatic $1,200 buy-in, $1 million guaranteed main event, crowning 23-year-old William Oertling as the champion. The event, which ran from January 3-13 at the Beau Rivage Resort & Casino, drew an impressive 1,755 entries, pushing