Each format brings a different approach, but all require clear thinking and an adaptable strategy Small pocket pairs are among the trickiest starting hands in poker, and how you approach them can vary depending on the discipline you’re playing. Whether you’re in a tournament, cash game, or sitting down at a fast-paced online table, understanding
Artur Papazyan scored $341,830 with his victory, taking his live winnings total to almost $2 million Artur Papazyan has added another impressive result to his poker résumé, taking down the WSOP Circuit Main Event at Commerce Casino on May 20 and banking $341,830. With this win, the Los Angeles-based player pushed his live tournament earnings
The poker grinder claims he was coerced during his stay at the Park Royal Centre for Mental Health Tom Dwan, one of poker’s most recognized names, has come forward with serious claims following a recent stay in a mental health facility in the UK. The high-stakes player, often known for his quiet public presence, is
Narrowing ranges comes from combining certain clues and staying adaptable throughout the game In Texas Hold’em heads-up play, narrowing down your opponent’s range is one of the most valuable skills you can develop. With only two players involved, hand ranges are naturally wider, which means reading your opponent becomes both more important and more possible
Jesse Lonis still leads the CardPlayer race, but changes could be coming this summer The 2025 World Series of Poker (WSOP) is about to begin, and with it comes a growing focus on the Player of the Year races. Both the CardPlayer and Global Poker Index (GPI) rankings are shaping up to be tightly contested,
Anthony Hutchison is looking for ways to stall the case from seeing a courtroom Anthony Hutchison, a high-stakes poker regular and former professional athlete, is pushing for a new trial following his conviction on multiple federal charges linked to a bribery and fraud scheme involving the Houston Independent School District (HISD). The verdict was handed
With practice, staying composed and making calm mucking decisions becomes part of your game Keeping your emotions in check is one of the hardest skills to develop in Texas Hold’em, especially when facing a tough decision about whether to muck your hand. Tilt can creep in during moments of frustration, leading to poor choices that
A field of 3,040 entries pushed the prize pool up more than three times its original amount Corey Wick pulled off a major milestone at FireKeepers Casino in Battle Creek, winning the MSPT Michigan Poker State Championship on May 18. The Wisconsin player outlasted a field of 3,040 entries and walked away with $397,587, the
Kevin Li took down the Tournament of Champions, adding $200,000 to his bank Kevin Li made his mark on the 2025 World Series of Poker (WSOP) by winning the Tournament of Champions, earning his first WSOP bracelet and a $200,000 top prize. The 23-year-old poker pro from Calgary, Alberta, secured his spot in the invite-only
Mastering heads-up Short Deck Hold’em means balancing controlled aggression with thoughtful hand reading Short Deck Hold’em, also known as 6+ Hold’em, changes the pace and feel of traditional Texas Hold’em by removing cards ranked 2 through 5. This smaller deck creates more action and changes hand strengths, making heads-up play especially dynamic. When playing one-on-one,
The Texas Card House uncovered the scam quickly, but still hasn’t caught the crooks A poker room in Dallas is dealing with a counterfeit chip case that has sparked concern among players and staff. The Texas Card House recently uncovered fake chips being used at its Dallas location, prompting swift action from management and local
The Poker Brat’s son is already finding his way around the poker table, but without the tantrums Phil Hellmuth may be the most decorated World Series of Poker player in history, but now his son, Phil Hellmuth III, is starting to make waves of his own. The 24-year-old recently had what his father described as
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