While aggression is key, it’s crucial not to be overly reckless in Texas Hold’em Applying pressure on the bubble in Texas Hold’em tournaments is a critical skill that separates experienced players from the rest. The “bubble” refers to the stage in a tournament when only a few players need to be eliminated before reaching the
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WSOPE Proves Lucky for Two Italian Poker Players
Both players scored a pair of victories each during the series Two Italian poker players have enjoyed a lucky streak at the World Series of Poker Europe (WSOPE) this week, both securing their second career bracelets. Taking place in Rozvadov, the event has been fascinating, even as the online bracelet events grab some attention. Ermanno
Dennis Weiss Picks up First Bracelet at WSOP Europe
The German player closed out the PLO series of events with a big win Dennis Weiss claimed his first World Series of Poker (WSOP) bracelet at the 2024 WSOP Europe, winning Event #6: €5,000 (US$5,525) Pot-Limit Omaha and taking home €159,897 (US$170,000). The tournament, hosted at King’s Resort in Rozvadov, saw Weiss outlast a competitive
Reverse Implied Odds in Texas Hold’em and Its Impact on Middle Pocket Pairs
Being aware of reverse implied odds can help you avoid costly mistakes Reverse implied odds play a critical role in Texas Hold’em, particularly when holding middle pocket pairs like 7s, 8s, or 9s. Understanding reverse implied odds can help a player avoid situations where they may win small pots but lose big ones, which is
Mixed Game Festival IX Coming to Resorts World Las Vegas Next Month
The series runs concurrently with the North American Poker Tour The Cardplayer Lifestyle Mixed Game Festival is returning for its ninth edition at Resorts World Las Vegas next month, running from November 3-7. The festival takes place alongside the North American Poker Tour (NAPT) Las Vegas, making it an exciting time for poker enthusiasts looking
Michael Estes Ships WSOP Circuit Hammond Main Event for $198,000
Estes defeated Grant Keller for the title and the top prize Michael Estes took home a major victory at the World Series of Poker Circuit (WSOPC) Hammond Main Event, winning the top prize of $198,576. The $1,700 buy-in tournament, hosted at the Horseshoe Hammond casino in Indiana, attracted 746 players, but Estes outlasted the field
Why You Should Consider Opening up Your Three Bet Range in Texas Hold’em
Wider ranges can potentially lead to monster pots Expanding your three-bet range in Texas Hold’em can be a powerful strategy to elevate your game and gain an edge over your opponents. Many players stick to a conservative approach, only three-betting with premium hands like pocket aces, kings, or queens. While this cautious strategy can work,
NLHE Colossus at the WSOP Europe Attracts Huge Field
Almost 2,800 entries had King’s Resort filled to the brim The NLHE Colossus event at the World Series of Poker Europe attracted a massive field, with 2,799 players competing for a shot at a WSOP bracelet. Czech player Michal Schuh emerged victorious, securing €171,350 (US$190,000) and achieving a lifelong dream of winning the coveted gold
Storied Poker Player, Gambler Archie Karas Passes, Age 73
The long-time poker fixture had gone up against some of the best in the game Well-known – and also somewhat controversial – gambler and poker player Archie Karas has passed away at the age of 73. Known for his great streak of success in the 1990s, Karas was born Anargyros Karabourniotis in Greece on November 1,
Using Blockers to Enhance Your Flush Draw Strategy in Texas Hold’em
Combining the use of blockers with a solid understanding of pot odds gives you an edge In Texas Hold’em, using blockers can significantly improve your flush draw strategy. A blocker is a card in your hand that prevents opponents from holding specific combinations, such as a flush. When you have one or more blockers, you
PokerGO Tour To Highlight Pot-Limit Omaha in October
The fourth PokerGO PLO series runs October 14-22 The PokerGO Tour (PGT) is set to spotlight Pot-Limit Omaha (PLO) this October, with a series of events at the PokerGO Studio inside ARIA Resort & Casino in Las Vegas. Following the success of previous PGT PLO Series events, this October marks the fourth PLO-focused series, running
The Dumbest Path to Poker Enlightenment
I promise I mean no offense by what I’m about to say, but your brain is sort of an idiot. Observing what it does objectively, it’s easy to see that our minds are far from perfect. They are wildly susceptible to emotion, can be influenced by the slightest shift in perspective, and if history has