Being on the bubble is a challenging spot, but playing smartly can help you survive In the high-stakes world of Texas Hold’em poker, being on the bubble is a crucial moment in the game that players must understand and navigate. The term “bubble” refers to the stage of the tournament where only a few players
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The WSOP Main Event has arrived
The action started with a bang as two players faced immediate elimination The biggest poker tournament of the year, the $10,000 World Series of Poker (WSOP) No-Limit Hold’em Main Event, started yesterday. Live coverage on PokerGO began with the action and will run until the champion is crowned on July 17. Expect over 100 hours
WPT commentator Tony Dunst picks up third WSOP bracelet
It’s been four years since the poker pro earned his last bracelet World Poker Tour (WPT) announcer Tony Dunst made a remarkable transition from the broadcast booth to the online poker tables on Sunday night, securing a significant win. The seasoned poker professional earned his third World Series of Poker (WSOP) bracelet by triumphing in
How the texture of the flop influences rag hands in Texas Hold’em
It’s important to understand the texture of the flop to determine how you’ll proceed In Texas Hold’em, one of the most crucial factors in determining the strength and potential of a hand is the texture of the flop. When it comes to rag hands, which are low-value or unsuited hands, the texture of the flop
Nominees for this year’s Poker Hall of Fame announced
Some of the top names in poker made the final list The World Series of Poker (WSOP) has concluded the nomination period, confirming this year’s 10 potential inductees for the Poker Hall of Fame. The list includes prominent figures from the global poker community. Annually, after the rules for induction were changed a couple of
The art of set mining with middle pocket pairs in Texas Hold’em
Set mining has a lot more potential value when holding mid pairs Texas Hold’em is a game of strategy and skill, and one of the crucial aspects of the game is knowing when and how to set mine. Set mining refers to the strategy of playing middle pocket pairs with the intention of hitting a
18 stops included as WSOP publishes next Circuit tournament schedule
The next round of WSOPC events kicks off as the WSOP Main Event comes to a close The World Series of Poker Circuit (WSOPC) has revealed the initial schedule for its landmark 20th season. Kicking off on July 17, 2024, the very day the WSOP Main Event concludes, the WSOPC promises an exhilarating season brimming
Scott Seiver adds third WSOP bracelet of the year
The Las Vegas poker pro continues to show off at the felt Las Vegas poker pro Scott Seiver etched his name deeper into poker history on June 30. The 39-year-old secured his third bracelet win of the World Series of Poker (WSOP) by conquering the prestigious $10,000 no-limit deuce-to-seven single draw lowball championship. This victory
Value betting with flush draws in Texas Hold’em
Flush draws can be powerful allies if you use them properly Value betting with flush draws in Texas Hold’em is a strategic move that can lead to significant profits if executed correctly. A flush draw occurs when a player holds four cards of the same suit with the potential to complete a flush on the
Seminole Hard Rock Poker Open coming at the end of July
The tournament series kicks off with a notable Deep Stack event with a $1M GTD The Seminole Hard Rock Poker Open (SHRPO) is back for another exciting summer series in South Florida. The iconic Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood will be the host, kicking things off on Wednesday, July 31 with the
3 Lessons from a billionaire turned Yogi that will cure your poker tilt
If you’ve never heard of author Michael Singer, his story will fascinate you. Having fallen in love with meditation in his early 20s, Singer made the extreme decision to give up all attachment to personal preferences by ignoring the endless avalanche of likes and dislikes we all hear inside our heads. Instead, he elected to
Justin Smith returns to WSOP after break of almost a decade
It’s the first time he’s sat down at a WSOP table since 2013 Justin “BoostedJ” Smith was once one of the brightest young stars in live and online tournament poker in the late 2000s. His status among the world’s top players was brief, and he hadn’t appeared at the World Series of Poker in over