The long-time grinder added $335,000 to his growing bankroll Justin Ong made headlines at the Asia Pacific Poker Tour (APPT) Manila series after winning two major events in just a matter of days. Known more for grinding cash games than chasing trophies, Ong decided to step into the tournament spotlight, and walked away with over
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Making the Most of Your Bluffing Opportunities During Cold Streaks
A cold streak doesn’t mean play recklessly, but is a chance to sharpen your ability to read opponents When a cold streak hits at the poker table, it can feel like nothing is going your way—your hands don’t connect, the board never cooperates, and opponents seem to have you beat every time. But rather than
Latest Episode of No Gamble, No Future Delivers Brutal Bad Beats
Garrett Adelstein has a rough go at the felt on the popular poker show Garrett Adelstein returned to the PokerGO stage for another episode of No Gamble, No Future, and despite his reputation as one of poker’s most respected high-stakes players, this session wasn’t his night. Tuesday’s episode featured rough spots, sharp reads, and one
Joseph Osterbauer ships Roughrider Poker Tour Jackpot Junction Main Event
The 22-year-old player is following in his father’s poker footsteps Joseph Osterbauer capped off a memorable run at the Roughrider Poker Tour (RPT) Jackpot Junction Main Event in Morton, Minnesota, by winning his first major poker title. The 22-year-old secured the top payout of $38,000—his largest career score—after agreeing to a three-way ICM deal before
Strategic Differences Between Short Deck Tournaments and Cash Games
Understanding the fundamental differences can help you transition successfully between formats Short Deck Hold’em, also known as 6+ Hold’em, offers a unique twist on traditional Texas Hold’em by removing all cards below six, but the differences between tournament and cash game formats go far beyond the deck. In tournaments, stack sizes and rising blinds play
Grosvenor Casino Coventry Records Largest-Ever Live Tournament Outside Vegas
Local poker player Paul Worsley shipped the event after almost not participating Paul Worsley, a poker player from Liverpool, pulled off one of the most unexpected tournament victories of the year, winning the Grosvenor Goliath at Grosvenor Casino Coventry. This record-breaking live event drew 12,961 entries, the largest field ever outside of Las Vegas. The
Antonio Vargas Takes Down MSPT Colorado Poker State Championship
The local player took home $141,255 after outlasting a field of 875 entries at Bally’s Black Hawk Antonio Vargas claimed the top spot at the MSPT Colorado Poker State Championship two days ago, securing his first title in the series and the biggest payday of his career. The Commerce City local walked away with $141,255
Creating an Effective Pre-Flop Strategy
Sticking to a disciplined plan sets you up for better decisions once the flop hits Developing a solid pre-flop strategy in poker is one of the most important foundations for long-term success. What happens before the flop often dictates how the rest of a hand will play out. Whether you’re grinding low-stakes tournaments or battling
This Month’s WSOPC Harrah’s Atlantic City Includes $500K GTD Main Event
The tournament series gets underway on August 14 The World Series of Poker Circuit (WSOPC) is returning to Atlantic City this month, with Harrah’s set to host a full schedule of tournament action from August 14 to 25. The series will feature 18 official ring events, including a $1,700 buy-in Main Event that guarantees a
Doug Polk Sells Upswing Poker to ClubWPT for Unspecified Amount
Polk confirmed in a video announcement that the site’s financial success resulted in a ‘significant deal’ Doug Polk, one of the most recognizable names in poker, has sold his long-running training site Upswing Poker to ClubWPT Gold, the online poker platform affiliated with the World Poker Tour. The sale, confirmed last week, marks a new
The Value of Table Image in Heads-up Poker: Building and Manipulating Perception
In heads-up play, those who understand how their table image influences action have an edge In heads-up poker, where only two players face off, the table image plays a significant role in shaping the game’s flow. Unlike full-ring or six-max formats, heads-up action involves far more hands and decisions, making perception even more critical. Your
Maryland State Poker Championship Returns In August
Live! Casino & Hotel Maryland will host the series, with over $1 million in prize money available The Maryland State Poker Championship is set to return to Live! Casino & Hotel Maryland this August, offering players nearly two weeks of high-stakes competition in one of the East Coast’s top poker venues. Scheduled from August 27