A runner-runner flush gave Koon a huge win and the €1-million payout The high-stakes poker scene witnessed a remarkable display of skill as Jason Koon emerged victorious in a unique winner-take-all Sit and Go during the European Poker Tour (EPT) stop in Monte Carlo. Nine elite professionals bypassed a planned cash game stream to instead
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Adapting UTG Strategy for Tournament vs. Cash Games
UTG strategy changes because stack depth, antes and survival pressure change the value of early-position hands Under the gun (UTG) is the most constrained seat at the table because every player except the blinds acts after you preflop. That positional disadvantage forces a tighter opening range than later seats. In both tournaments and cash games,
The Oklahoma State Poker Championship at Hard Rock Arrives in a Week
The poker tournament series begins May 14 at the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Tulsa Professional poker players and local enthusiasts are preparing for the highly anticipated Oklahoma State Poker Championship, which officially returns to the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Tulsa on May 14. This 11-day series promises an intensive schedule featuring 19 individual
Daniel Dvoress Tops $50M in Live Earnings with EPT Monte Carlo Win
Dvoress tackled another No Limit Hold’em event to further his poker dominance The high-stakes poker community witnessed a significant achievement as Daniel Dvoress secured a major victory at the European Poker Tour (EPT) in Monte Carlo. By winning the $27,000 No Limit Hold’em event he pushed his lifetime live tournament earnings past the $50 million
Timing Aggressive Moves for Maximum Impact in Freezeouts
Aggression in freezeout tournaments works best when stack depth, payout pressure and table behavior support the move Freezeout poker gives players one entry and no rebuys, which changes the value of every tournament chip. Once a stack is gone, the tournament is over. That makes aggression different from cash games or re-entry events. The aim
Return of ‘Bracelet Hunter Bootcamp’ Gives Poker Players a Boost
Top poker professionals return to mentor players during the upcoming virtual Bracelet Hunter Bootcamp event The anticipated Return of ‘Bracelet Hunter Bootcamp’ Gives Poker Players a Boost as the summer tournament season approaches. Chip Leader Coaching recently revealed the latest dates for this intensive training program, which aims to prepare participants for major competitive events.
Brian Rast and Phil Laak Launch New Poker Podcast
The two prominent poker figures have officially entered the media space with their Late Reg podcast Industry veterans Brian Rast and Phil Laak have teamed up to launch a new weekly production titled Late Reg, which focuses on technical strategy and anecdotal history from the high-stakes circuit. The duo brings decades of professional experience to
Balancing Aggression and Caution in the Hijack
Smart hijack play depends on pressure, position, stack depth and disciplined hand selection The hijack is one seat before the cutoff, which makes it a profitable but sensitive position. It offers more stealing opportunities than middle position, but it is not late enough to ignore the cutoff, button, or blinds. A strong hijack strategy uses
The EPT Is Fueling a Race to Be the Top Money-Winner in Poker
The EPT Monte Carlo Super High Roller event is currently reshaping the all-time money leaderboard The ongoing EPT Monte Carlo Super High Roller has officially become the most expensive live tournament in the history of the tour. With a €250,000 (US$292,451) buy-in, this event has attracted the most elite players in the world to the
Albert Daher Pockets $2.4M With EPT Monte Carlo High Roller Victory
The massive pot isn’t even the largest the poker pro has ever won The 2026 PokerStars European Poker Tour (EPT) Monte Carlo reached a thrilling conclusion as Albert Daher triumphed in the high-stakes High Roller for One Drop event. This prestigious tournament attracted a field of 76 entries, establishing a new record for participation in
Extracting Extra Bets vs Calling Stations in Heads-up Poker
Learn how to value bet wider and stop wasting chips on low-success bluffs Calling stations change the shape of heads-up poker. They call too often, fold too late, and give less credit to betting lines that represent strength. That makes them frustrating when bluffs fail, but profitable when the adjustment is simple: reduce bluff frequency
First-Ever WSOP Event in Texas Sets Participation Record
The inaugural WSOPC event in Austin attracted 1,709 total entries The Texas poker landscape reached a significant milestone as the Texas Card House Austin hosted the state’s first World Series of Poker Circuit event, shattering attendance expectations. This historic series culminated in a record-breaking Main Event that drew an unprecedented number of players to the











