Pre-flop heads-up is fluid, but a strong strategy will allow you to control the pace A strong pre-flop plan is critical in heads-up poker because ranges widen, hand values shift, and every pot becomes a battle for momentum. With only two players at the table, blinds come around quickly, making aggression a necessity rather than
The Swedish Poker Federation wants poker reforms after last Friday’s raid A police raid on an underground poker game in Stockholm has sparked outrage among Swedish players and renewed calls for reform. The incident occurred last Friday at Krukan, a long-running unlicensed poker club, where officers stormed the venue with guns drawn and drones overhead.
The long-time WSOPC is threatening to sue over claims he started last week’s brawl Maurice Hawkins, one of the most decorated players on the WSOP Circuit, is pushing back against claims that he instigated a physical altercation during a Thanksgiving poker game in Palm Beach County, FL. A video circulating on social media shows an
The real edge comes from knowing when to tighten up and when to turn up the pressure Balancing caution and aggression in poker is one of the toughest skills to master because the game constantly shifts between moments that reward patience and spots that demand pressure. Leaning too far in either direction creates predictable patterns.
The Asian Poker Tour saw several big events during its 17-day run The 2025 APT Championship in Taipei set a new benchmark for Asian poker thanks to overwhelming player participation across its 17-day schedule. Held at Red Space Taipei, the festival drew 28,265 total entries and awarded more than TWD1.06 billion (US$33 million), making it
The fight occurred during a private game in Palm Beach County WSOP Circuit veteran Maurice Hawkins found himself at the center of a physical altercation during a private poker game in Palm Beach County, Florida, adding another chapter to a career marked by both success and controversy. Hawkins, who holds a record 21 WSOPC rings
Monitor stack depths, opponent tendencies, and changing incentives to adapt faster than the table Adapting to changing table dynamics in freezeouts is one of the most important skills for maintaining a deep run. Unlike rebuy formats, every player has only one shot, which creates constant shifts in pressure, risk tolerance, and playing style. Recognizing these
Phil Ivey is one of the many big names that will appear in the event The pairings for the $250,000 Triton Invitational at this year’s WSOP Paradise have been revealed, setting the stage for one of December’s marquee events. The exclusive tournament features 40 players: 20 invited guests from the business and entertainment world, each
The South African player took home $138,000 for his performance The Hendon Mob Championship Cape Town Million wrapped up its third edition with South Africa’s Sean Bloom emerging as the champion after a field of 354 entries. The ZAR8,000 (US$450) event, hosted at GrandWest Casino, nearly doubled its original guarantee and generated a prize pool
The top prize of $600,210 was among Lee’s biggest for 2025 as he continues to make deep runs American high-stakes pro Calvin Lee added another major title to his breakout year by winning the APT $50,000 Superstar Championship in Taipei. The event drew 36 entries and generated a prize pool of more than $1.8 million.
Heads-up poker should never pressure your personal income or savings Managing your bankroll in heads-up Texas Hold’em requires more precision than in full-ring or six-max games because the swings come faster and the pots tend to be larger relative to stack size. With only two players involved, you are constantly in action, which makes discipline
The controversial player has been accused of similar actions in the past The BSOP Millions Super High Roller in São Paulo delivered high-stakes drama, but much of the attention shifted away from the cards when Martin Kabrhel became the center of controversy once again. During the R$500K (US$100,000) Main Event final table, local favorite Renan
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