The card is graded PSA 10 Gem Mint by Professional Sports Authenticator Ethan Yau, better known to fans as “Rampage,” has added a major collectible to his portfolio. The poker pro and YouTube vlogger announced on X that he purchased a rare Pokémon card for $340,000. The buy ranks among the highest publicly reported prices
Freezeouts reward players who read opponents accurately and apply pressure with precision Freezeout tournaments reward patience and discipline, but they also create clear player tendencies. Tight players are common in these formats because there are no rebuys and every chip matters. Many competitors wait for premium hands and avoid marginal spots. Recognizing this mindset early
The win follows a prop bet between Riess and Jess Lonis Ryan Riess added another highlight to his competitive résumé this week, though it didn’t come at a poker table. The former World Series of Poker (WSOP) Main Event champion rolled a perfect 300 game in league play, cashing in on a $5,000 prop bet
Over time, disciplined adjustments create a balanced big blind strategy that is difficult to exploit Defending the big blind is already challenging, and adding check-raises requires careful balance. Many players either never check-raise or do it far too often. Finding the right frequency keeps opponents guessing and protects your range. The big blind closes the
The return of the WSOPC marks another busy March for poker players in New York The World Series of Poker Circuit (WSOPC) is heading back to Turning Stone Resort Casino for the fifth year in a row. The New York stop runs March 12-23 and remains the state’s only Circuit series on the 2026 schedule.
He’s unlikely to receive maximum penalties but could still serve several years behind bars Prominent attorney and high-stakes poker player Tom Goldstein has been convicted on most counts in a federal tax fraud case tied to his gambling activity. A jury in Greenbelt, Maryland, found him guilty on 12 of 16 charges after several days
Players who adapt intelligently rather than panic give themselves the best chance to weather tough stretches Every poker player eventually runs into a cold deck. Premium hands disappear, strong holdings get cracked, and momentum feels impossible to find. Advanced players understand that surviving these stretches requires more than patience; it demands strategic adjustment. A cold
The tournament includes a $300,000 GTD Main Event The Great Lakes Poker Classic is set to return to FireKeepers Casino Hotel this March, bringing nearly two weeks of tournament action to Michigan players. The series runs from March 11 through March 22 and features a full slate of events for a wide range of bankrolls.
Inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2022, Seymour has since become a regular poker presence Former New England Patriots star Richard Seymour added a different kind of hardware to his collection this week. The Pro Football Hall of Famer captured the $2,200 High Roller at the World Series of Poker Circuit stop
Mastering the balance between securing a seat and building a stack is what separates cashers from contenders Tournament poker forces players to balance survival with ambition. Every decision can shape whether you simply last long enough to cash or build a stack capable of chasing the title. Understanding when to protect your chips and when
Despite the absence of a body or weapon, the jury determined there was enough to establish guilt A Michigan jury has found Willie James Jr., 57, guilty of second-degree murder in the 2021 killing of poker player Andrew Watson II. The verdict was delivered in Ingham County Circuit Court after a case built largely on
Strong heads-up players treat continuation betting as a flexible weapon, not an automatic habit Heads-up Texas Hold’em is a different game from full-ring poker. Ranges widen, aggression increases, and small edges matter more. Continuation betting becomes one of the most important tools in this format. In heads-up play, you raise frequently from the button. That
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