The two have become regular fixtures on the global poker stage During a press event at Resorts World Las Vegas, PokerStars recently welcomed two new ambassadors, Jason Koon, and Caitlin Comeskey. This announcement comes as the company continues to attract top players and personalities to promote its brand. Known for his expertise in high-stakes games,
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Building a Preflop Ranges Matrix for PLO Cash Games
A well-defined preflop ranges matrix provides a foundation for making profitable decisions Creating a preflop ranges matrix for Pot-Limit Omaha (PLO) cash games is a valuable strategy tool for players looking to improve their hand selection and decision-making. Unlike Texas Hold’em, where a player holds two cards, PLO gives each player four hole cards, resulting
World Poker Tour Inks New Broadcasting Deal With CBS Sports Network
CBS will carry exclusive coverage of WPT events and tournaments for the next several years The World Poker Tour (WPT) has signed a multi-year broadcasting agreement with CBS Sports Network, bringing exclusive coverage of its events to the network’s sports lineup. This partnership, set to start on November 14, will showcase episodes from WPT’s seasons
Sheila Stimson Ships NAPT Las Vegas Women’s Event
The North Carolina native captured her biggest cash to date and a trip to the Winter Poker Festival Sheila Stimson achieved a significant milestone in her poker career by winning the Women’s Event at the PokerStars North American Poker Tour (NAPT) in Las Vegas. The North Carolina poker player claimed her biggest payout to date,
Leveraging Your Position To Exploit Opponents on the Bubble in Texas Hold’em
By using your position to read opponents, you can control the pace of play In Texas Hold ’em, playing near the bubble is a critical opportunity to exploit opponents by leveraging your position. At this stage, many players tighten up, fearful of missing out on a payout. Understanding how to take advantage of this dynamic
ClubWPT To Host $5 Million Freeroll Weekend This Month
The mega series will take place on November 16 and 17 The World Poker Tour (WPT) is gearing up for a major $5 million freeroll event, scheduled to take place next month at Wynn Las Vegas. This record-breaking freeroll offers an impressive prize pool, and poker enthusiasts will soon have a chance to win their
WSOP Winner Francesco Garofalo Disqualified, Losing Title and Million-Dollar Purse
No reason for the disqualification has been given Francesco “forzaitalia” Garofalo, the initial winner of the WSOP Online $25K GGMillion$ Super High Roller Championship, has been disqualified, losing his title and more than a million-dollar prize. Well after the event had completed, tournament host GGPoker took action by confiscating Garofalo’s winnings and redistributing them among
Bet Sizing Tips for Playing Small Pocket Pairs Effectively in Texas Hold’em
Strategic bet sizing allows you to extract maximum value when you hit your hand When playing small pocket pairs in Texas Hold’em, smart bet sizing can help you navigate tricky spots and maximize potential winnings. Small pairs, typically 22 through 66, hold good value because of their potential to turn into strong hands, like a
BetMGM Completes Poker Player Pool Merger in Michigan and New Jersey
The move continues the push for more online poker across the US BetMGM Poker has officially merged its Michigan and New Jersey player pools, marking a significant milestone for online poker players in both states. This merger allows players from BetMGM Poker MI, BetMGM Poker NJ, and its New Jersey partner sites, PartyPoker and Borgata
Ethan “Rampage” Yau Ships Charity Series of Poker Event
The turnout for the All In For Impact charity event was high, resulting in a successful night Ethan “Rampage” Yau took home the win at the Charity Series of Poker (CSOP) “All In For Impact” event on November 2, hosted at Hattie Marie’s Texas BBQ on Las Vegas Boulevard. With a $250 buy-in, the event
The Impact of Table Dynamics on Flush Draw Decisions in Texas Hold’em
Several factors must be considered before playing flush draws in Texas Hold’em In Texas Hold’em, understanding table dynamics is essential for making smart flush draw decisions. Table dynamics refer to how players are behaving, including factors like their aggression levels, stack sizes, position, and playing styles. Recognizing these can help determine whether to continue with
Ivan Leow Player of the Year Title Winner Announced
Danny Tang took the honor following a strong performance in the Triton Poker Series The Triton Poker Series has announced Danny Tang as the winner of the Ivan Leow Player of the Year title, recognizing his stellar achievements in high-stakes poker tournaments. The award was presented to Tang during the Triton Poker Monte Carlo 2024