In heads-up poker, emotional control is a crucial edge that keeps you playing at your best Losing in heads-up poker can sting more than any other form of the game. The intensity of one-on-one play amplifies every decision, and when a loss comes, it often feels personal. However, the ability to stay composed after a
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Mohegan Sun Casino to Hold Annual Fall Showdown Poker Tournament
The tournament series is running from November 19 to 22, with a prize pool of $100,000 The Mohegan Sun Casino in Connecticut is bringing back its popular Fall Showdown Poker Tournament from November 19 to 22, giving players a chance to compete for a share of a $100,000 prize pool. The event will take place
WSOP Paradise Documentary To Feature Dnegs, Hellmuth
Poker documentary titled No Limit is set to premiere next week A new poker documentary titled No Limit is set to premiere next week, giving fans a behind-the-scenes look at last year’s WSOP Paradise Super Main Event. The docuseries follows some of the biggest names in the game, including Daniel Negreanu, Phil Hellmuth, Kristen Foxen,
Early Stage Survival Tactics in Freezeouts
Steady discipline early often sets the stage for success later Early stages in freezeout tournaments can be tricky, especially since there are no rebuys to fall back on. Every chip holds real value, and one mistake can mean an early exit. To survive and thrive, players must balance caution with opportunity, adjusting their approach based
PokerGO Tour Has First Three-Time Series Winner
David “Chino” Rheem makes history as the first to win three different PGT series titles David “Chino” Rheem has made PokerGO Tour history by becoming the first player ever to win three different PGT series titles. His latest victory came in the 2025 PGT Pot-Limit Omaha (PLO) Series II, where he outlasted some of poker’s
When to Embrace Risk in Short Deck Hold’em
Balancing various factors helps you time your aggression and achieve consistent profits Short Deck Hold’em rewards players who know when to take calculated risks. Since the deck excludes cards two through five, the game becomes more volatile, and hand values shift dramatically. Hands like flushes are rarer, while straights and sets gain importance. This dynamic
Borgata Fall Poker Open Makes a Return After 5-Year Break
The tournament series begins on November 4 and includes a $1M GTD Main Event The Borgata Fall Poker Open is officially making its return after a five-year break, and players across the East Coast are gearing up for one of Atlantic City’s biggest poker events of the year. The series runs from November 4 to
Poker Player Ernest Scherer III Loses Appeal of 2011 Murder Conviction
The California Court of Appeals has upheld his 2011 conviction for killing his parents Ernest Scherer III, once a successful professional poker player, has lost his appeal in a double murder case that shocked both the poker and California communities. The California Court of Appeals upheld his 2011 conviction for killing his parents, Ernest and
How Emotional Control Improves Your Muck Game
Mastering your emotions improves your muck game and sharpens every decision you make Keeping emotions in check can make a big difference in how well you play marginal or losing hands—and that includes your muck game. Emotional control helps you stay focused on long-term goals rather than reacting to short-term frustration. When you avoid tilting
RGPS Tulsa Main Event Taken Down by Player Who Almost Didn’t Play
Nicholas Burris walks away a winner after making a last-minute decision to participate Nicholas Burris wasn’t even planning to play the RunGood Poker Series Tulsa Grand Prix Main Event, but a last-minute change of plans turned into a career highlight. After a canceled trip and a reminder from a friend, Burris made his way to
Former NFL Player Emerges as Alleged Key Figure in Illegal Poker Scandal
Former LA Chargers tight end Antonio Gates is allegedly linked to a rigged poker game in Miami Federal investigators have uncovered another major layer in the ongoing sports gambling and poker scandal that has already rattled the NBA. The controversy now extends into the NFL, with former Los Angeles Chargers tight end Antonio Gates being
The Importance of Table Image: Maintaining Confidence with Bad Cards
A steady, self-assured presence can turn even a bad card run into an opportunity In poker, your table image—the way opponents perceive you—is one of your most powerful tools. Even when the cards aren’t going your way, maintaining confidence can keep you competitive. Players constantly read each other for signs of weakness, and a shaky











