Middle-round strategies must shift between formats to meet the nuances of the game Transitioning from the early levels to the middle rounds of a poker tournament requires a significant tactical adjustment, particularly when comparing the online and live environments. In both formats, the middle rounds are defined by rising blinds and the introduction of antes,
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Malta Poker Festival Spring Schedule Released
The series will feature a €500,000 GTD Grand Event and diverse side tournaments The Malta Poker Festival (MPF) has finalized the schedule for its 2026 Spring Edition, which will take place at the Portomaso Casino in St. Julian’s from April 27 to May 4. This year’s series sees the return of a number of events
Maurice Hawkins Adds 24th WSOPC Ring to Keep His Record Intact
The latest title adds to an already unmatched record and keeps him firmly at the top of the WSOPC leaderboard Maurice Hawkins added another milestone to his already historic résumé, capturing his 24th World Series of Poker Circuit (WSOPC) ring over the weekend. The win came in a $400 Double Stack event held near Chicago,
Orleans Casino in Vegas Preparing Summer Open With $4.7M in Guarantees
The series includes a $600 buy-in Main Event with a $500,000 guarantee in July The Orleans Casino has released details for its 2026 Summer Open, giving players another option during the busy poker season in Las Vegas. The series will run from May 22 through July 12 and includes more than $4.7 million in guaranteed
Switzerland’s Anca Eggenberger Ships WSOPE €1,000 Ladies Championship
This victory puts Eggenberger’s name on the WSOP winners list and adds a major highlight to her career It was an excellent way for Anca Eggenberger to earn her first gold bracelet. The Swiss poker player won the Ladies Championship event of WSOP Europe where there were blinds set at €1,000 (US$1,160). There were 197
Sasha Cohen Wins Winamax Poker Tour Grande Finale
The event attracted a record 3,610 entries and gave Cohen over $200,000 for his performance Sacha Cohen delivered on expectations at the 2026 Winamax Poker Tour Grande Finale, turning a strong chip lead into a career-defining victory. Backed by a vocal rail of friends and supporters, he closed out the event by defeating Lucien Cervettaz
2026 US Poker Open to Run from April 10-23 at the PokerGo Studio
The series wraps up with a $25,200 No-Limit Hold’em event The 2026 US Poker Open is set to return this month, bringing another round of high-stakes action to Las Vegas. The series will run from April 10 through April 23 at the PokerGO Studio inside ARIA Resort & Casino. This year’s schedule includes ten events,
2026 Wynn Summer Classic Schedule Now Ready
The $10,400 Wynn Summer Championship will be a $10-million GTD event The Wynn Summer Classic is officially set for 2026, giving poker players a full summer schedule packed with large prize pools and a wide range of events. The series follows the conclusion of the Wynn Millions and continues the venue’s strong presence in the
Ebony Kenney Sets Herself Apart as a Triton Poker Master
Kenney has become the top female poker player on record in Triton Poker history Poker pro Ebony Kenney continues to build her reputation on the high-stakes stage, separating herself as one of the top performers in Triton Poker Series. Her steady results in elite fields have made her the most successful female player in the
Maximizing Value from Premium Hands in Freezeouts
Premium hands are powerful, but how they are played determines long-term success Premium hands are the foundation of success in freezeout tournaments, where there are no second chances. Getting maximum value from holdings like pocket aces or kings requires more than just raising big. The goal is to build pots while still keeping weaker hands
PokerStars Open Philadelphia Shows Why Poker Is Still Anyone’s Game
Longtime player Michael Linster finds success after a long wait The PokerStars Open stop in Philadelphia delivered a reminder that tournament poker still leaves room for unexpected stories. Held at Live! Casino & Hotel Philadelphia, the $1,100 Main Event drew hundreds of entries and produced a winner who had stepped away from the game for
Patrick Adds 15th SCOOP Title to List of Accomplishments
With another record now, Leonard’s recent results show that he remains one of the best in online poker Patrick Leonard has added another milestone to his career after winning his 15th title in the Spring Championship of Online Poker (SCOOP). The British pro reached the record mark after securing two mixed-game victories on the same











