The poker player comes under fire for allegedly using pity to gather donations Rob Mercer was recently accused of faking a terminal cancer diagnosis to scam the poker community and request donations to pay for his entry into the 2023 World Series of Poker Main Event. Todd Witteles exposed the likely scam after tweeting a
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How to defeat open limpers in Texas Hold’em
Identify passive players to keep up the pressure and win more hands Defeating open limpers in Texas Hold’em requires a strategic approach that takes advantage of their passive playstyle and maximizes your own opportunities. Open limping, where players call the minimum bet to enter the pot, is often seen as weak play. It’s possible to
ESPT Barcelona Main Event sets a new poker record
The large tournament attracted players from all over the world Lucien Cohen of France recently won the PokerStars 2023 Estrellas Poker Tour Barcelona Main Event, outlasting a record-setting field to take home €676,230 ($735,568). The €1,100 buy-in tournament drew a record 7,398 entries (3,291 unique), breaking the previous record for PokerStars’ biggest live event ever.
A lesson on poker attention: Player loses $20K for misreading hand
A Hustler Casino Live player thought he was on a lucky streak before realizing he had nothing Another crazy hand will be added to the Hustler Casino Live (HCL) library. HCL’s Thirsty Thursday Game had drinks going around the table in the most recent edition, with one player drowning his sorrows after an expensive mistake.
How to play a flopped straight in cash games
Flopping a straight must be finessed in order to maximize the possible winnings Playing a flopped straight in cash games requires careful consideration of your position, the board texture, your opponents’ tendencies, and effective bet sizing. To navigate a flopped straight, follow some proven steps. Consider your position at the table. Being in later positions
Ocala, Florida, gets a new poker room
Ocala Bets is ready to become the third card room in the region Ocala, Florida, is getting a new poker venue as the region becomes a hotbed for card games. The city is preparing for the opening of a new entertainment venue that will feature over 30 tables, including Texas Hold’em and plenty of other
High Stakes match between Negreanu and Polk ends in spectacular fashion
Poker fans got a treat as the two skilled players met at the felt Daniel Negreanu still has an uphill climb to break even against former rival Doug Polk but got a little closer on Thursday. Kid Poker took home the $200,000 prize in the highly anticipated Round 2 of High Stakes Duel 4 battle
How to adopt a loose aggressive strategy in Pot-Limit Omaha
Being an unpredictable PLO player will allow you to take home more pots Adopting a loose aggressive strategy in Pot-Limit Omaha (PLO) can be a formidable approach that adds unpredictability and pressure to your game. This strategy involves playing a wide range of hands aggressively, leveraging the inherent complexity of PLO to your advantage. In
PokerNews gets first-ever online ambassador
The poker news website looks to add clout through Lukas “RobinPoker” Robinson PokerNews recently named Lukas “RobinPoker” Robinson as its first ambassador, in a position where he’ll continue to stream his online poker action on Twitch. Robinson became the first player to stream over 1,000 hours of poker during 100 days in 2021. As PokerNews
Doug Polk and Daniel Negreanu to duke it out at the poker tables
Two of poker’s hottest players are ready for battle today Kid Poker will face off against ‘Kid Polker’ for $200,000 at this week’s PokerGO High Stakes Duel on Thursday. Daniel Negreanu and Doug Polk are preparing for a monster heads-up poker clash. There is some history between these two players leading up to the event.
Tips for 4-betting in Texas Hold ’em
Extra analysis is required before deciding to jump into a 4-bet-worthy hand In Texas Hold ’em, the 4-bet is a strategic move that can significantly impact the dynamics of a hand. Typically, it’s a re-raise that occurs after an initial bet (1-bet), a raise (2-bet), and a re-raise (3-bet). Mastering the art of 4-betting requires
First WSOP Circuit Graton wraps up following successful Main Event
$1,700 becomes $175,000 after just a few days of action Michael Persky was crowned the latest World Series of Poker Circuit (WSOPC) champion, winning the WSOP Graton Main Event in Northern California for $175,595. The series was the first Circuit event at Graton Casino & Resort, hosting 20 Circuit ring events from August 10-21. The