When and how to semi-bluff with rag hands in Texas Hold’em to build pots June 26, 2024 Your semi-bluffing strategy will depend largely on who you’re up against Semi-bluffing with rag hands can be a powerful strategy in Texas Hold’em when executed correctly. A rag hand typically refers to a hand with low or mediocre value, such as suited connectors or low pocket pairs. The objective of semi-bluffing with these hands is
Strategies for playing middle pocket pairs in early position in Texas Hold’em June 25, 2024 Holding middle pocket pairs in early position may warrant a more cautious approach When playing middle pocket pairs (such as 7-7 or J-J) in early position in Texas Hold’em, it’s important to have a clear strategy in order to maximize your chances of success. Here are some strategies to consider: Before making any decisions, take
Sunday Recap: Poker Players Score Trips to Uruguay and Vegas June 24, 2024 It was another action-packed Sunday at ACR Poker, with players winning more than just cash — trips to Las Vegas and Uruguay were also up for grabs! Didn’t play yesterday? Catch up with our June 23rd Sunday Recap. $500,000 Sunday High Roller 806 entrants played in Sunday’s $500K GTD High Roller tourney. This $630 buy-in
How to play flush draws out of position in Texas Hold ’em June 24, 2024 Evaluating the type of flush draw and the pot odds are key to success Playing flush draws out of position in Texas Hold ’em can be a tricky and challenging task. However, with a sound strategy and proper decision-making, you can effectively maximize your chances of winning. Here are some tips on how to play
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The art of pot manipulation in PLO June 21, 2024 PLO’s unique rules mean adopting a more flexible strategy Pot Limit Omaha (PLO) is a complex and dynamic form of poker where the art of pot manipulation plays a crucial role in a player’s success. Unlike No-Limit Hold’em, where players can bet any amount of their stack at any time, PLO restricts bets to the
Last chance to win a $7,000 package to Uruguay this Sunday! June 20, 2024 Did you take part in our first Punta del Este satellite to Uruguay last Sunday? If so, you might be one of the seven players who secured their $7,000 package to play in the $1 Million Enjoy Poker Series Main Event this October. If you didn’t take part last weekend, don’t worry. We have the
Maximizing value with well-timed bluffs in Texas Hold’em June 20, 2024 A proper bluff has to be delivered at the right moment to maximize its value In Texas Hold’em, bluffing is a crucial skill that can greatly enhance a player’s chances of winning. While bluffing is often seen as a risky move, mastering the art of well-timed bluffs can maximize value and potentially turn the game
The importance of position with middle pocket pairs in Texas Hold’em June 19, 2024 Middle pocket pairs offer a chance at success, but proceed with caution In the game of Texas Hold’em, position is a critical factor that can greatly influence a player’s decision-making and, ultimately, their chances of success. This holds particularly true when it comes to middle pocket pairs. Middle pocket pairs, such as 66 or 77,
Semi-bluffing with flush draws in Texas Hold’em June 18, 2024 Flush draws over plenty of outs, and it’s possible to win without even hitting them In Texas Hold’em, one of the most powerful plays to make is a semi-bluff with a flush draw. A semi-bluff is a bet or raise made with a hand that is not currently the best hand, but has the potential
Sunday Recap: Players get into the fast lane and win big June 17, 2024 Our Vegas Fast Track Series came to an exciting conclusion yesterday. The week-long series was highlighted by a $500,000 GTD PKO and it was just part of the huge action at our tables this weekend. Read more in our Sunday Recap for June 16th. In addition to the tourneys below, we awarded 12 more Vegas
How to approach playing rags from the small and big blinds in Texas Hold’em June 17, 2024 It’s possible to win big in Texas Hold’em, even if you play with small hands When you’re dealt rags in Texas Hold’em, it means that you have been given a weak starting hand, usually consisting of low-ranking cards that are unlikely to form a strong hand. This can be particularly challenging when playing from the