The victory included his first major WPT title and over $706,000 Argentina’s Nico Betbese claimed the top prize at the 2025 WPT Venetian Las Vegas Championship, earning $706,960 and capturing his first main tour title on the World Poker Tour. Betbese outlasted a field of 1,153 entries in the $5,000 buy-in No-Limit Hold’em event, held
Staying calm, using your position wisely, and picking your spots carefully will help you survive rough patches When the cards just aren’t coming your way in Texas Hold’em, it’s easy to get frustrated and start making poor decisions. Cold draws—runs where you’re consistently missing flops, turns, or rivers—can drain both your chip stack and your
More professional poker players are calling for a shot clock in all tournaments Daniel Negreanu is renewing his call for stricter time controls in poker tournaments after the 2025 World Series of Poker drew criticism over repeated stalling tactics by players. During the Main Event and other WSOP events this summer, several players were accused
The first-time WSOP winner bagged $237,924 off the $1,000 buy-in event Mitchell Hynam ended his 2025 World Series of Poker (WSOP) summer on the highest possible note by claiming his first gold bracelet in the final event of the series. Event #100, the $1,000 Super Turbo No-Limit Hold’em, drew 1,935 entries and wrapped up with
Learning to stay focused after losing a big pot or bubbling can make a real difference over time Switching from Pot-Limit Omaha (PLO) cash games to tournaments can be a rewarding but challenging move. While the game’s core mechanics remain the same—four hole cards, pot-limit betting, and plenty of action—the strategy shifts significantly when money
The poker tournament series will be held at Crown Melbourne beginning next April After a long break, one of poker’s most famous tournaments is officially back on the calendar. The Aussie Millions will return to Crown Melbourne from April 24 to May 10, 2026, marking its first run since 2020. Known for its unique mix
‘The Grinder’ had no trouble working his way to the top and taking home the $10m top prize Michael “The Grinder” Mizrachi has officially cemented his place in poker history, winning the 2025 World Series of Poker Main Event and earning an immediate induction into the Poker Hall of Fame—all in the same day. With
Knowing when to play balanced and when to press the edge can be the difference-maker In Short Deck Hold’em, the choice between Game Theory Optimal (GTO) and exploitative strategies can heavily influence a player’s long-term success. Short Deck, also known as 6+ Hold’em, uses a 36-card deck with the 2s through 5s removed, which shifts
Montana holds the top spot for poker players, according to a recent review A new study has shaken up the long-held belief that Las Vegas reigns supreme as the poker capital of the US. According to data published by Gambling.com, Montana now holds the title, based on the number of poker rooms relative to its
Phil Hellmuth and Daniel Negreanu aren’t happy with the current PHOF setup Poker legends Phil Hellmuth and Daniel Negreanu are urging the Poker Hall of Fame to make an exception for Michael Mizrachi and induct him immediately, before the usual voting process resumes next June. With Mizrachi dominating the 2025 WSOP Main Event and potentially
It’s not just about avoiding elimination—it’s about setting a solid foundation for the later stages In the early stages of a poker tournament, emotions can run high and chips can disappear quickly. That’s why bankroll management becomes one of the most important tools a player can rely on. While skill and strategy play major roles
The New York-born poker pro was added in his first year of eligibility Nick Schulman has officially joined poker’s most elite ranks. On Friday, the 40-year-old was named the sole 2025 inductee into the Poker Hall of Fame. It was his first year of eligibility, and few in the poker world were surprised by the
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