Making good preflop calls in Texas Hold’em can set the pace for the rest of the hand In Texas Hold’em, the preflop phase is a critical juncture where strategic decisions can set the tone for the entire hand. Preflop calling, the act of matching the big blind without raising, requires careful consideration to navigate the
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The WSOP Paradise tournament series continues to take shape
The lineup includes a number of big poker pros and other celebrities The World Series of Poker (WSOP) Paradise winter series from the Atlantis Paradise Island in The Bahamas is set to run from December 3-14, featuring 15 bracelet events and more than $51 million in prizes. Several top pros are confirmed to attend, including
Maryland could be ready to consider online poker legislation
Maryland may be the next state to welcome back online poker A recent report authorized by state regulators says that Maryland online poker and casinos could generate $533.4 million in gross gaming revenue in 2026, increasing to $921.1 million in 2032. These projections could be the catalyst the state needs to approve online gaming legislation.
Joshua Reichard now tied with Maurice Hawkins in WSOP Circuit wins
The competition to rule the WSOP Circuit leaderboard continues to heat up Joshua Reichard is now tied for second in World Series of Poker Circuit (WSOPC) all-time wins with Maurice Hawkins after picking up his 15th WSOPC ring in a $400 buy-in No-Limit Hold’em tournament on Saturday, November 18 at the WSOPC Grand Victoria Casino
Strategies for playing one card flush draws in Texas Hold’em
The odds of scoring a flush are longer, and players have to temper their bets accordingly In Texas Hold’em, mastering the art of playing one-card flush draws is a strategic endeavor that can significantly impact a player’s success. A one-card flush draw occurs when a player holds only one card of a particular suit and
Bar Poker Open Florida World Championship a huge success
Ian Auvil takes the top prize in a tournament that attracted a lot of participation Ian Auvil was crowned the winner of the No-Limit Pub Poker Tour Bar Poker Open Florida World Championship after beating Ronald Kaepernick heads-up to take the title and $50,000 in a thrilling final day at the Palm Beach Kennel Club.
Former basketball player takes down WSOPE Main Event
Max Neugebauer takes his competitive skills to the felt and wins a record-setting tournament The previous three World Series of Poker Europe (WSOPE) €10,350 ($11,310) buy-in No-Limit Hold ’em main events have set new attendance marks. It continued with a 7% rise in entries in 2023, from 763 last year to 817 players, surpassing the
How to know when to shove in Texas Hold’em
Going all-in isn’t always the best option, but it can be powerful when used properly Knowing when to make a strategic move like shoving in Texas Hold’em is a crucial skill that separates seasoned players from novices. Shoving, or pushing all your chips into the pot, is a high-stakes decision that can either catapult you
The Borgata continues preparations for the Winter Poker Open
The Atlantic City casino’s annual poker event is coming in January The tournament poker calendar for 2024 will have The Borgata in Atlantic City hosting the first one of the New Year, its famous Borgata Winter Poker Open. The tournament schedule will have something for every player’s budget, including the main event. The twenty-tournament series
Two Warriors That Will Revolutionize Your Poker Game
The famous Russian author and philosopher Leo Tolstoy once wrote: “The two most powerful warriors are patience and time.” Leo Tolstoy Believe it or not, this powerful insight applies not just for life in general, but for the life of a poker player as well. Let’s break down how these two warriors can improve our
More players added to the Big One For One Drop list
Jason Koon, Aleksejs Ponakovs and others are now getting ready for next month’s big poker tourney December’s $1 million buy-in Big One for One Drop at the World Poker Tour (WPT) World Championship at Wynn Las Vegas has confirmed five more players who will sit down at the high-stakes event. Jason Koon will again bring
Get the most out of exploitative play in Pot-Limit Omaha
Learn how to target weaknesses to get the most out of your PLO game In Pot-Limit Omaha (PLO), exploiting opponents’ weaknesses can be a powerful strategy to maximize your winnings. Here are key insights into getting the most out of exploitative play in PLO: Exploitative play in PLO begins with a deep understanding of your