Playing short-stacked is always a challenge, but following a few tips can help you succeed Playing short-stacked in Pot Limit Omaha (PLO) tournaments can be a challenging situation. When you have fewer chips compared to the average stack size at the table, it becomes crucial to adapt your strategy and make the most out of
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WSOP heads to the Bahamas with $50M Super Main Event
The poker tables continue to light up with big-money tournaments The World Series of Poker (WSOP) is making a triumphant return to the Bahamas, bringing with it the largest guarantee in live poker tournament history. The WSOP Paradise festival, set to take place from December 6-19, will feature a $50 million guaranteed Super Main Event.
Mike Matusow gives WSOP poker players an unwanted surprise
“The Mouth” shows that he’s able to spew more than just foul or inappropriate language A bizarre incident unfolded during Day 1B of the 2024 World Series of Poker (WSOP) when veteran poker player Mike “The Mouth” Matusow experienced what some might dub a medical episode at the poker tables. I’ve seen it all now.
Proactive vs passive play when approaching the bubble in Texas Hold’em
Determining your approach depends on a number of factors In Texas Hold’em, reaching the bubble phase is a crucial turning point. It marks the stage where only a few players need to be eliminated before cash prizes or tournament entry tickets are awarded. At this point, players often adopt one of two strategies: proactive play
The WSOP Main Event has a $10-million winner
Jonathan Tamayo captures poker glory with his massive WSOP win The 2024 World Series of Poker (WSOP) Main Event concluded in dramatic fashion with a stunning victory for Jonathan Tamayo. The unassuming poker pro defied all odds to outlast a star-studded final table and claim the coveted WSOP bracelet and the life-changing $10 million first-place
WSOP Main Event final table down to three
Six players hit the rail before the first day ended on July 16 The 2024 World Series of Poker (WSOP) Main Event has reached its thrilling climax, with just three players remaining in the hunt for the coveted championship bracelet and a $10 million first-place prize. This year’s tournament shattered records, attracting a massive field
When to use aggressive or passive strategies with rag hands in Texas Hold’em
Stack size matters when playing with rag hands In Texas Hold’em, rag hands (also known as garbage hands) refers to low-ranking and weak hands that are unlikely to result in a winning combination. These hands can include a wide range of cards that do not appear to have strong potential, such as 2-7 offsuit or
Hollywood Casino to offer Maine’s only poker room
The poker room previously shut down because of COVID-19 After a lengthy closure due to the pandemic, the Hollywood Casino Hotel & Raceway has officially reopened its poker room. The announcement comes as exciting news for poker enthusiasts in the state of Maine, as this marks the return of the only live poker room in
Foul play suspected as Scottish poker pro dies in the Philippines
32-year-old Darren Young died under mysterious circumstances as he was traveling through Asia The family of Darren Young, a 32-year-old professional poker player from Kilmarnock, Scotland, is grappling with unanswered questions surrounding his death in the Philippines earlier this year. Young’s body was found in a luxury condo he rented in Manila, and his mother,
How to effectively play middle pocket pairs in late position in Texas Hold’em
Playing middle pocket pairs effectively in late position requires a combination of skills When playing Texas Hold’em in late position, holding middle pocket pairs (such as 7-7 or 8-8) can be both exciting and challenging. These hands have the potential to hit a set (three of a kind) on the flop, which can be a
WSOP Main Event final table ready to battle for the title
Another record WSOP now has its final field as players prepare for the ultimate poker competition The stage is set for an epic showdown! The 2024 World Series of Poker (WSOP) Main Event, boasting a record-breaking 10,112 entries, reaches its climax on July 16 at Horseshoe Las Vegas. Nine determined players will vie for poker
Poker Hall of Fame inducts its latest member
Patrik Antonius has now been immortalized with poker’s highest recognition The Poker Hall of Fame has a new member: the high-stakes maestro Patrik Antonius. This induction marks a significant milestone in the career of the Finnish poker pro, solidifying his place among poker’s elite. Antonius, 43, isn’t just a household name in poker circles –