The British poker pro has scored the largest prize ever won by a female player Liv Boeree has etched her name into poker history with a record-breaking performance at the WSOP Super Main Event. The British player secured a fourth-place finish, earning $2.8 million. This is now considered the largest single cash ever achieved by
Mastering the art of playing nut draws provides a solid foundation for success in Pot-Limit Omaha In Pot-Limit Omaha (PLO), the concept of nut draws plays a pivotal role in shaping strategies and decision-making at the table. Unlike No-Limit Texas Hold’em, where players often rely on a strong single pair or top set, PLO is
A 24-year-old topped the field and took home $6 million The WSOP Paradise $25,000 Super Main Event wrapped up with a surprising and memorable finish, as 24-year-old Yinan Zhou from China claimed the top prize of $6 million. Zhou outlasted a competitive field to secure the title in what has been hailed as the largest
The high-stakes player was controversially called out for his garb during the game Justin Bonomo, one of the most successful poker players in history, faced controversy during the $25,000 WSOP Paradise Super Main Event. Deep into the tournament, WSOP officials threatened to disqualify him for wearing a keffiyeh, a traditional Middle Eastern scarf that has
Pay attention to your table image and use this to your advantage Maximizing value on the river when holding the nuts in Texas Hold’em is a delicate balance of extracting the most chips while keeping your opponent invested in the hand. The river is your last opportunity to capitalize, so it’s crucial to understand your
Phil Ivey stops in to play a few hands and make some memories Phil Ivey, regarded as one of the greatest poker players in history, made a rare and memorable appearance at a World Poker Tour (WPT) Christmas Meet-Up Game (MUG) held Tuesday at Wynn Las Vegas. Fans of the game had the unique opportunity
Daniel Negreanu saw his stack quickly dwindle before finally succumbing to a bad run Daniel Negreanu faced a tough day at the 2024 WSOP Paradise $25,000 Super Main Event. Despite entering Day 3 with a strong stack of 5,795,000 chips, placing him 39th among 297 remaining players, Negreanu’s tournament came to a frustrating end. Early
Playing speculative hands can help you build a stack, but reckless overcommitment can lead to elimination In Texas Hold’em freerolls, players often encounter the temptation to play speculative hands, drawn by the allure of big payouts with little financial risk. Speculative hands—such as suited connectors or small pocket pairs—can be exciting to play, offering the
The final prize pool was over $650,000 against a $500,000 guarantee The $1,110 buy-in No-Limit Hold’em Mid-States Poker Tour (MSPT) Winter Poker Classic, hosted at the Hollywood Casino in Columbus, Ohio, attracted 672 entries over three starting flights, surpassing its $500,000 guarantee to create a $650,340 prize pool. The top 72 players walked away with
The loss came soon after the fighter faced defeat in the octagon Former UFC welterweight title challenger Colby Covington faced a tough week, taking losses both in the octagon and at the poker table. Covington, known for his fiery personality and strong performances, suffered a third-round stoppage in his fight against Joaquin Buckley at UFC
Recognizing the fear in others while managing your own can provide a significant edge The bubble in Texas Hold’em is one of the most intense and psychologically challenging phases of any poker tournament. It’s the moment when players are just short of the money, meaning the next elimination sends someone home with nothing, while everyone
A massive turnout has helped push the total prize pool higher than expected The WPT World Championship at Wynn Las Vegas is set to award a massive top prize of over $3.1 million, marking one of the most significant payouts in poker this year. With a buy-in of $10,400, the prestigious tournament drew a total
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