Over 1,400 players signed up for the $1,700 buy-in WSOPC Main Event at Harrah’s Cherokee The $1,700 buy-in World Series of Poker Circuit (WSOPC) Main Event at Harrah’s Cherokee drew a massive field of 1,437 players, and when the final hand played out, it was New Yorker Zachary Fischer who claimed the title and $324,135
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Transitioning From Cash Games to Tournament Heads-up Play
Successful players learn to value each chip as though it represents survival, not just money in play Making the switch from cash game poker to heads-up tournament play requires a clear understanding of how strategies change once the format and incentives shift. Many players who thrive in cash games struggle in tournament heads-up scenarios because
Onyx Club Super High Roller Series Produces Some of Poker’s Best Action of the Week
Dan “Jungleman” Cates takes a beating at the felt, but still comes out on top The Onyx Club Super High Roller Series in Cyprus delivered some of the most dramatic high-stakes poker ever streamed, drawing global attention to a clash between Ossi Ketola and Dan “Jungleman” Cates. Over twelve intense hours, the two players battled
Poker Hall of Famer, Former Tournament Director Jack McClelland Passes Away
The Vegas and poker icon passed away at the age of 74 The poker community is mourning the loss of Jack McClelland, a Hall of Famer and one of the most respected tournament directors in the game’s history. He passed away at the age of 74, leaving behind a legacy that shaped poker across decades.
Using Stealth: Playing Under the Radar in Texas Hold’em Tournaments
Where every decision can determine survival, subtlety can sometimes be the sharpest weapon In Texas Hold’em tournaments, survival is just as important as aggression. While flashy plays and big bluffs often draw attention, many successful players thrive by taking the opposite approach—playing under the radar. Stealth in tournament poker means blending into the table dynamic,
America’s Place Casino in Illinois Opens Poker Room Ahead of Schedule
The casino has been planning this event for the past couple of years America’s Place Casino in Waukegan, Illinois, has opened its Harbor Poker Room ahead of schedule, adding another gaming option to its growing lineup. The six-table room officially launched over the weekend with a ribbon-cutting ceremony that included city officials and casino executives.
Jennifer Shahade Takes Down Women’s Summer Festival Main Event in London
Shahade defeated Claire Taylor in heads-up play to earn the title Jennifer Shahade added another highlight to her career last week by winning the Women’s Summer Festival Main Event in London. The PokerStars ambassador collected £22,200 after outlasting a field of 193 players at the Clermont London. The tournament carried a £400 buy-in and marked
When Mucking Beats Going All-In in Texas Hold’em
Going all-in recklessly may feel bold, but folding at the right time keeps you in the game to win In Texas Hold’em, players often dream about the big double-up, pushing all their chips in and scoring a massive pot. However, there are many moments where folding quietly, or mucking your hand, is actually the stronger
ClubWPT Gold’s New ‘Hand Reveal’ Feature Turns Controversial
The new option allows players to pay to see others’ hole cards ClubWPT Gold has rolled out a new feature that is already dividing its player base. Called “Reveal Hands,” the option allows users to see the hole cards of every player at the table after a hand concludes, provided they are willing to pay
Jake Cody ships Seminole Hard Rock Poker Open Championship
The British pro won $510,000 in the $5,300 buy-in event Jake Cody, one of Britain’s most accomplished poker professionals, captured the Seminole Hard Rock Poker Open Championship in Florida, marking his largest tournament score in 14 years. The $5,300 buy-in event drew 889 entries, generating a tough final table that included Chris Hunichen, Stephen Song,
Analyzing the Meta: How to Adapt to Different Opponents in Short Deck Hold’em
Those who track the shifts and respond decisively often maintain the upper hand Short Deck Hold’em, with its reduced 36-card deck and altered hand rankings, creates a unique environment where reading and adapting to opponents becomes even more critical. Because flushes rank higher than full houses and certain preflop equities run closer together, the meta
WPT Global Becomes New Partner of Battle of Malta
This year’s edition will take place from October 28 to November 5 WPT Global has joined the Battle of Malta (BOM) as an official online qualifier partner, marking the first collaboration between the two. The partnership will give players the chance to win entry into the live poker festival’s 10th-anniversary edition, set for October 28