The Texas native picked up $240,000 from the $1,700 buy-in event Alex Cruz from Midland, TX, secured his first-ever World Series of Poker Circuit (WSOPC) ring after a thrilling win at the Choctaw Casino Resort in Durant, Oklahoma. The $1,700 buy-in No-Limit Hold’em main event drew 968 players and generated a prize pool of $1.3
By not playing too many hands and chasing unnecessary draws, you can establish a strong base for a deep run In the early rounds of a poker tournament, many players make mistakes due to excitement, inexperience, or an incorrect approach to strategy. Avoiding these common errors can help you build a solid foundation as the
The former player allegedly hosted the games in a mansion in Los Angeles Gilbert Arenas, a former NBA All-Star, was arrested yesterday following a federal indictment accusing him of operating illegal poker games out of a mansion in Los Angeles. The indictment, unsealed by the United States Attorney’s Office for the Central District of California,
Karlsen led the final table from start to finish, never giving up control of the game Norway’s Drea Karlsen has captured her first World Series of Poker Circuit (WSOPC) ring after a commanding performance in the €350 (US$450) NLH Queens event at Olympic Park Casino in Tallinn. Karlsen walked away with €6,480 (US$7,452) and a
Effective aggression isn’t about bluffing every hand; it’s about applying pressure at the right moment Using aggression effectively with weak hands in Texas Hold’em is a skill that separates experienced players from those who only play their cards at face value. Aggression doesn’t mean recklessly pushing chips in with nothing—it means applying pressure at the
Gaming attorney Jeff Ifrah suggests the province is “actively seeking” a solution Ontario could be getting closer to opening its online poker tables to players outside the province, including those in the United States. Although the province’s market is currently restricted to residents within Ontario, legal efforts are underway to expand its reach, and according
This was Estes’ seventh final table appearance on the MSPT and pushed his total earnings past $430,000 Mike Estes clinched the 2025 MSPT Iowa Poker State Championship title at Riverside Casino, securing a career-best $153,551 payday and adding a coveted MSPT trophy to his name. The $1,110 buy-in No-Limit Hold’em event drew 815 entries, pushing
In PLO, where edge makes a difference, how others see you is just as important as your cards In Pot-Limit Omaha (PLO) tournaments, building and managing your table image plays a significant role in long-term success. Unlike No-Limit Hold’em, where ranges are tighter and aggression can often win pots without a showdown, PLO is a
PokerGO is behind the project, and the competition will stream on Peacock TV The National Heads-Up Poker Championship is making a long-awaited comeback this fall after a 12-year break. The revival of the popular bracket-style poker event comes through a partnership between PokerGO and PokerStars, and the competition will stream on Peacock TV. Known for
Elvis Bersai Lopez-Ambrosio was allegedly involved in the Lopez Human Smuggling Organization A poker player known to fans of Hustler Casino Live as “Pepe” is now facing serious criminal charges unrelated to his time at the table. Elvis Bersai Lopez-Ambrosio, a frequent participant in high-stakes streamed poker games, has been indicted by the US. Attorney’s
To succeed in deep-stack Short Deck games, balance patience with selective aggression Playing deep stacks in Short Deck (also known as 6+ Hold’em) presents a unique set of challenges and opportunities. With a smaller deck and more frequent strong hands, deep-stacked strategy requires players to stay flexible, patient, and aware of shifting equity dynamics. Here
The decision opens up new possibilities for poker and possibly gambling in the country Thailand has officially recognized poker as a sport, marking a significant shift in how the game is perceived in the country. The Sports Authority of Thailand (SAT) approved the move during a recent board meeting led by Deputy Prime Minister Suriya
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