Two back-to-back wins catapult the player to the top of the charts Umut Ozturk has made poker history by becoming the first-ever two-time Player of the Year (POY) winner on the Mid-States Poker Tour (MSPT). Following his outstanding performance in 2024, Ozturk successfully defended the title he claimed in 2023, cementing his legacy within the
The win came as the final hours of 2024 were counting down Francis Anderson capped off 2024 with a victory in the Venetian New Year’s Extravaganza UltimateStack event. The Wappinger Falls, New York native outlasted a competitive field of 515 entries in the $800 No-Limit Hold’em tournament, which featured a $250,000 guarantee. His triumph earned
Authorities are still investigating what led to the altercation between Bergeron and another man Craig Bergeron, a well-known poker professional from Michigan, has been arrested and charged with multiple felonies, including first-degree murder. Authorities allege that Bergeron, 35, fatally shot 37-year-old Tommy “Mike” Ireland with a rifle on Monday evening in Detroit. The shooting reportedly
Daniel Negreanu is campaigning for a number of changes to poker events Daniel Negreanu, one of poker’s most prominent voices, is calling for changes to tournament rules following the conclusion of the 2024 WSOP Paradise festival. He recently took to social media and his YouTube channel to address various concerns, sparking widespread discussion within the
Poker Players: Johannes Straver Blasts Past Hellmuth To Earn First WSOP Bracelet Johannes Straver from the Netherlands claimed his first World Series of Poker bracelet in the $10,000 GGMillion$ No-Limit Hold’em championship at the 2024 WSOP Paradise. After a very intense duel, the European managed to take home an important victory for his career. Straver
The British poker pro has scored the largest prize ever won by a female player Liv Boeree has etched her name into poker history with a record-breaking performance at the WSOP Super Main Event. The British player secured a fourth-place finish, earning $2.8 million. This is now considered the largest single cash ever achieved by
The high-stakes player was controversially called out for his garb during the game Justin Bonomo, one of the most successful poker players in history, faced controversy during the $25,000 WSOP Paradise Super Main Event. Deep into the tournament, WSOP officials threatened to disqualify him for wearing a keffiyeh, a traditional Middle Eastern scarf that has
Daniel Negreanu saw his stack quickly dwindle before finally succumbing to a bad run Daniel Negreanu faced a tough day at the 2024 WSOP Paradise $25,000 Super Main Event. Despite entering Day 3 with a strong stack of 5,795,000 chips, placing him 39th among 297 remaining players, Negreanu’s tournament came to a frustrating end. Early
The loss came soon after the fighter faced defeat in the octagon Former UFC welterweight title challenger Colby Covington faced a tough week, taking losses both in the octagon and at the poker table. Covington, known for his fiery personality and strong performances, suffered a third-round stoppage in his fight against Joaquin Buckley at UFC
The women’s event attracted a very respectable 485 entries Tirza Sanders claimed victory in the 2024 WPT Ladies Championship, emerging from a competitive field of 485 entries to secure her first major title and a career-high payout of $90,432. The event took place at the Wynn Las Vegas, where friends and supporters gathered to cheer
The long-time poker pro adds another WSOP title to his growing collection Alex Foxen is closing out 2024 in dominant fashion, further solidifying his place among poker’s elite. The 33-year-old American pro has had a remarkable year, making 20 final tables in Card Player Player of the Year (POY)-qualified events and capturing three titles. His
The long-time poker pro is ready to get back into the action Garrett Adelstein is set to make a highly anticipated return to live-streamed poker action tomorrow, at Bally Live Poker’s “Live at the Commerce” event. Known for his deep-stacked, aggressive playstyle, Adelstein will join an exciting mix of professionals and recreational players at the
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