Poker players of all levels will have ample opportunities to compete for a seat at the tables Wynn Las Vegas has revealed an exciting slate of satellite tournaments for players aiming to secure a seat at the prestigious WPT World Championship or a coveted Golden Passport for the ClubWPT $5M Invitational Freeroll. These opportunities come
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Maria Lampropulos Takes the Title at the Women’s Winter Festival Main Event
Lampropulos defeated Ann-Roos Callens in the final heads-up battle to secure the top prize Maria Lampropulos has claimed yet another impressive poker title, winning the Women’s Winter Festival Main Event in London. The tournament, which was part of PokerStars’ inaugural women-only poker festival, drew a field of 271 participants, showcasing the growing interest in female-focused
Fold Equity: Exploiting Opponents’ Fear of Flush Draws in Texas Hold’em
When executed well, this tactic can secure pots you might not win otherwise In Texas Hold’em, mastering the concept of fold equity can give you a significant edge, especially when leveraging your opponents’ fear of flush draws. Fold equity refers to the value you gain from forcing an opponent to fold, allowing you to win
New Live! Pittsburgh Poker Room Now Open
The casino is celebrating its fourth anniversary with a new poker room and a high-limit room Live! Casino Pittsburgh has revealed exciting new features as part of its $7.5 million renovation, marking its four-year anniversary with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. The upgrades, which were completed over four months, include a poker room, a high-limit table games
Satellite Winner Advice
Destination poker vacation season is upon us, with ACR Poker hosting two satellites to the Punta del Este series in Uruguay this November, each guaranteeing 7 packages worth $8,000 each. As a four-time satellite package winner—once right at the beginning of my poker career some twenty years ago that brought me to Las Vegas for
Maria Ho Ships Celebrity Poker Tour 2024 Championship
The Women in Poker Hall of Fame inductee showed off her skills against a tough table Maria Ho claimed another impressive poker victory, winning the 2024 Celebrity Poker Tour Championship in Las Vegas. The celebrated poker pro outlasted a field filled with stars from various industries, including comedians, athletes, and streaming personalities, to take home
Tips for Online vs. Live Pot-Limit Omaha Tournaments
Adapting to the environment is essential when transitioning between online and live PLO events Pot-Limit Omaha (PLO) is a dynamic and action-packed game, and the strategies for online and live tournaments often differ. Understanding these nuances can help players maximize their chances of success in both formats. Online PLO tournaments are known for their speed
Moneymaker Poker Tour Coming to Orange City, Florida
The poker series will run at the Orange City Racing and Card Club December 4-16 The Moneymaker Poker Tour is set to make its first stop at the Orange City Racing and Card Club in Orange City, Florida, from December 4 to December 16. This marks a new venue for the tour, which has previously
Phil Hellmuth to Emcee Upcoming Big Deal for One Drop Poker Tourney
The event will be held at Resorts World Las Vegas this week Phil Hellmuth is set to take on the role of emcee at the Big Deal for One Drop charity poker event happening this week at Resorts World Las Vegas. Scheduled to coincide with the Formula 1 race week, the event promises an exciting
Dealing With Variance in Texas Hold’em Freeroll Tournaments
When dealing with variance in freerolls, skill and consistency are the keys to success Variance is an unavoidable aspect of Texas Hold’em freeroll tournaments, and understanding how to manage it can significantly impact your success. In freerolls, where the entry cost is free, the player pool is often large and diverse, leading to unpredictable dynamics.
JACK Cleveland Casino Poker Dealer Busted for Swiping Chips
The dealer was fired almost immediately after being caught A former poker dealer at JACK Cleveland Casino in Ohio is facing charges for allegedly stealing poker chips during his shifts. He seems to have taken advantage of the trust as a worker at the gaming site, but his luck has run out. Jason Saliba, 51,
Chile’s Nick Yunis Takes Down the WPT Bestbet Scramble Championship
Yunis scored over $315,000 with the win, his largest single cash to date Nick Yunis, a veteran poker player from Chile, has finally achieved a major milestone by winning the World Poker Tour (WPT) bestbet Scramble $5,000 buy-in event. With 361 entries in the field, the tournament culminated in Yunis taking home a career-best $315,791