Longtime player Michael Linster finds success after a long wait The PokerStars Open stop in Philadelphia delivered a reminder that tournament poker still leaves room for unexpected stories. Held at Live! Casino & Hotel Philadelphia, the $1,100 Main Event drew hundreds of entries and produced a winner who had stepped away from the game for
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Patrick Adds 15th SCOOP Title to List of Accomplishments
With another record now, Leonard’s recent results show that he remains one of the best in online poker Patrick Leonard has added another milestone to his career after winning his 15th title in the Spring Championship of Online Poker (SCOOP). The British pro reached the record mark after securing two mixed-game victories on the same
Phil Hellmuth Weighs in on New Triton Tournament Play Clock
Poker pros like Hellmuth and Negreanu have long campaigned for play clocks Phil Hellmuth has shared his thoughts on a new timing system introduced during a recent Triton Poker Series stop, offering support for a format designed to speed up play while keeping decisions fair. The system, known as Triton Tempo, has quickly become a
Borgata to Host Spring Poker Open in April with $4M GTD
The series begins on April 23 and runs through May 8 Poker players will have another major stop on the East Coast this spring, with the Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa preparing to host its Spring Poker Open. The series is set to run from April 23 through May 8 and will feature more than
How to Navigate Multi-Stage Satellite Poker Events
Players who stay focused on the goal of advancing tend to perform better than those chasing big moments Multi-stage satellite tournaments offer players a path into larger poker events at a fraction of the usual cost. Instead of paying a full buy-in, players advance through smaller qualifiers, sometimes across several rounds. This format can be
Seminole Hard Rock to Host Eponymous Poker Showdown in April
The opening event is a $400 Deep Stack event that carries a $1 million GTD prize pool Poker returns to South Florida this spring with a full schedule set at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino. The Seminole Hard Rock Poker Showdown is slated to begin on April 8, opening with a $400 Deep Stack
Strategic Bluffing When Rebuys Are Available in Tournaments
Choosing the right moment, opponent and situation makes the difference between a gamble and a profitable move Rebuy tournaments create a unique dynamic compared to standard freezeouts. Players are allowed to purchase more chips after losing their stack during a certain period. This structure often leads to looser play early in the event, which creates
Triton Poker Tour Begins Using Play Clocks for Its Events
Many players have long campaigned for the use of play clocks in tournaments The Triton Poker Tour has introduced a new timing system designed to speed up play and create a more balanced environment at the table. The change debuted during the current stop in Jeju, where officials launched a system known as Triton Tempo.
Tony Gregg Defeats Darren Elias to Win PokerGo $10,000 NLHE Event
The win was worth over $173,000 and more bragging rights Tony Gregg captured the title in Event #7 of the 2026 PokerGO Cup after defeating Darren Elias in heads-up play. The $10,000 No-Limit Hold’em tournament attracted 67 entries at the PokerGO Studio, and Gregg earned $173,075 and the trophy following a long day of competition.
Vietnam’s NGO Khoa Anh Becomes First Player with Multiple Triton One Wins
The victory was worth $612,000, giving him over $2 million in total lifetime poker winnings Ngo Khoa Anh has made history after becoming the first player to win two titles on the Triton One tour. The Vietnamese competitor secured his second Trident trophy during the 2026 festival stop in Jeju. His latest victory came in
Revamped Marrakech Poker Open to Be Held in Morocco This Month
The festival runs from March 24 to March 29 at the Casino de Marrakech The Marrakech Poker Open is returning this month in Marrakech, continuing a long tradition that stretches back more than two decades. The upcoming festival marks the 67th edition of the series and will take place from March 24 to March 29.
Mukul Pahuja Ends Long-Running Tournament Win Drought at Borgata
It took 20 years for the poker pro to notch a win at his favorite casino Longtime poker pro Mukul Pahuja finally achieved a personal milestone at Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa. After more than two decades of playing tournaments at the property, Pahuja captured his first title there by winning the $400 PokerNews PowerStack











