Eugenio Castaneda is accused of being the aggressor in the melee Charges have been filed following a physical altercation involving poker pro Maurice Hawkins at a private cash game in Florida. The incident, which was captured on video and widely shared online, stemmed from a heated argument that escalated into violence at the table. The
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MTT Strategies for Six-Plus Hold’em
Players who understand adjusted hand strength and stay aggressive when needed will make deep runs Six-Plus (or Short Deck) Hold’em tournaments demand a mindset shift from traditional no-limit formats. With smaller decks and altered hand rankings, equities run closer together. In multi-table tournaments, understanding this compressed variance is key to long-term survival. Preflop ranges should
Texas to Join as Official Stop on the 2026 WSOP Circuit Tour
The first event will run from April 23 through May 4 at TCH Social in Austin Texas will officially join the World Series of Poker (WSOP) Circuit Tour in 2026, marking a first for the state and a major milestone for its live poker scene. The WSOP confirmed that Austin will host a Circuit stop
Adrian Mateos a Candidate for Top 100 Athletes of the Year List
The poker grinder’s addition to the list reinforces the belief of many that poker qualifies as a sport Spain’s Adrian Mateos is receiving unexpected recognition from the broader sports world after being nominated for MARCA’s Top 100 Athletes of the Year list. The Spanish outlet, known as the country’s largest sports newspaper, placed the poker
Tips for Playing for Survival vs. Chip Accumulation in Satellites
The key to balancing survival and accumulation is recognizing when chip preservation outweighs chip gain In satellite tournaments, every decision should be shaped by the unique payout structure. Unlike standard events, where accumulating chips is the primary goal, satellites reward survival above all else. Knowing when to shift between these two mindsets is crucial, especially
WSOP Brings an ICM Calculator to Online Tournament Play
The calculator is now built directly into the WSOP+ app The World Series of Poker (WSOP) has quietly rolled out a feature that many players never expected to see: an ICM calculator built directly into the WSOP+ app. The tool gives every player who reaches the money a real-time estimate of their stack’s value based
WSOP Drops Ren Lin’s Suspension Following Collusion Accusations
Lin received a ban in October after coaching a player during a competition Ren Lin has returned to World Series of Poker (WSOP) events just weeks after being suspended over collusion-related allegations tied to online play. The high-profile GGPoker ambassador was sidelined in October following an investigation into ghosting during a recent final table. The
Understanding the Disconnect Between Card Decks and Player Skill
True mastery in poker comes from separating emotion from expectations Many players struggle with the idea that card decks do not “care” who is sitting at the table. Cards are random, neutral, and independent of past outcomes. Skill does not influence which cards appear, only how those cards are used once they arrive. This disconnect
MSPT Starts Season 17 With New Years Poker Open at the Venetian
The new season will officially begin on January 1 The Major Series of Poker (MSPT): The Tour is set to ring in the new year with the launch of its 17th season at the Venetian Las Vegas. The opening stop will be part of the Venetian’s DeepStack Extravaganza, which runs from late December through mid-January
Sam Soverel Wins WSOP Paradise for $2.6M and Fourth Bracelet
The long-time grinder took down the $100,000 Triton Pot-Limit Omaha Main Event Sam Soverel capped off an incredible run at WSOP Paradise by winning the $100,000 Triton Pot-Limit Omaha Main Event for $2.6 million, earning his fourth career WSOP bracelet. The event stretched long into the early morning on Day 2, prompting organizers to add
The Importance of Position in Heads-Up Texas Hold’em
Effective heads-up strategy revolves around recognizing how positional advantages shape each street Position plays a massive role in heads-up Texas Hold’em because every decision becomes magnified when only two players are competing for every pot. With blinds coming around quickly and ranges widening, acting last gives you a crucial informational edge. Seeing your opponent act
Green Valley Ranch To Reopen Poker Room on December 18
The casino in Henderson, NV, is helping bring poker back to the state Green Valley Ranch is set to welcome players back to a fully renovated poker room on December 18, marking the first major update to the space as part of the property’s $200 million makeover. The room will reopen at its original location











