One of poker’s most enduring couples gambles on the future as a permanent couple Two of poker’s most recognizable figures have officially tied the knot — and in true nontraditional fashion. Liv Boeree and Igor Kurganov, long regarded as one of the game’s ultimate power couples, were married at Burning Man, the annual counterculture festival
Ultimately, patience during cold decks protects your tournament life Poker tournaments are full of highs and lows, and one of the most difficult stretches any player faces is running into a cold deck. That means hand after hand comes with little playable value, or the action always seems to go against you. It can test
The decision is a reversal of the organization’s recent ban on social media personalities The World Series of Poker (WSOP) has announced a new rewards program aimed at content creators, marking a major policy shift that opens the door for vloggers, streamers, and influencers to cover its events. The move comes after years of debate
The win was the biggest for Eychenne and the third-largest for the EPT Thomas Eychenne is the newest champion of the PokerStars European Poker Tour (EPT) Barcelona Main Event, claiming a career-best score of $1,424,095 after topping a massive field of 2,045 players. The €5,300 buy-in event generated an $11.5 million prize pool, making it
Short Deck strategy isn’t just about ranges and reads—it’s also about economics Short Deck poker has exploded in popularity in recent years, offering players a fast-paced alternative to traditional No-Limit Hold’em. But like any format, the profitability of the game doesn’t depend only on cards and opponents—it also comes down to the structure, especially rake
Shiina Okamoto continues to show why she’s one of poker’s leading players Shiina Okamoto’s impressive run in women’s poker continued at the European Poker Tour (EPT) Barcelona, where she captured yet another title in the €550 (US$645) ladies event. The Japanese architect-turned-poker pro defeated a field of 126 entries to claim the trophy and €15,510
Argentinian player Nicolas Giacomino made a hero lay down that saved his chip stack Folding pocket aces is almost unthinkable in poker, but Argentinian player Nicolas Giacomino did just that during the final table of the 2025 WSOP Online $215 Mystery Millions Bounty on GGPoker—and in the end, it worked out in his favor. Seven
Mucks won’t show you the cards, but they still speak volumes about a player’s approach to the game In Texas Hold’em, every hand tells a story, even the ones you never see reach showdown. Paying attention to how opponents muck their cards can reveal valuable information that helps shape your future decisions. While many players
The goal is to increase WPT’s presence in mainstream channels The World Poker Tour (WPT) has announced a new partnership with Genco International, signing a multi-year agreement that will bring an expanded line of poker products to the consumer market. The collaboration is expected to give fans and home game players access to professional-grade equipment
Bay Area soccer coach Stefan Clemens earned over $151,000, his biggest cash to date California’s Stefan Clemens, a Bay Area soccer coach and entrepreneur, captured his first World Series of Poker Circuit (WSOPC) gold ring after winning the Graton Casino Main Event in Rohnert Park. Clemens outlasted a 520-entry field in the $1,700 No-Limit Hold’em
Handling strong competition in PLO means minimizing mistakes, using position wisely and choosing battles carefully Pot-Limit Omaha (PLO) tournaments can be some of the most challenging events in poker, largely because the game produces so many strong hands and draws. Unlike No-Limit Hold’em, where top pair can sometimes carry you through a hand, PLO regularly
Long-time WSOPC grinder Maurice Hawkins unsurprisingly sets the record The long-running chase to become the first poker player with 20 World Series of Poker Circuit (WSOPC) rings has officially ended. Maurice Hawkins secured the milestone victory in New Orleans, winning the $600 Pot-Limit Omaha event for $14,548 and etching his name alone at the top
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