The game ended in an ICM chop, with Matthew Sabia taking second Max Pinnola claimed victory at the Pennsylvania State Poker Championship after a hard-fought event at Live! Casino and Hotel Philadelphia. The $2,200 Event #3, sponsored by PokerStars, drew almost 250 entrants across four Day 1 flights. After the field narrowed to 34 players
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Understanding Pot and Implied Odds With Middle Pocket Pairs in Texas Hold’em
Pot odds and implied odds guide whether it’s worth continuing in a hand with middle pocket pairs Understanding pot odds and implied odds is essential for making informed decisions when playing with middle pocket pairs in Texas Hold’em. Middle pocket pairs, such as 7s, 8s, or 9s, can be tricky hands to play because they
Inaugural NAPT Golden Player of the Series Competition Sees Big Turnout
The winner receives bragging rights and a NAPT Main Event spot The first-ever NAPT Golden Player of the Series competition attracted a large turnout during the RGPS Tunica stop, with players battling it out for a prestigious prize package worth $10,000. Participants earned leaderboard points based on their tournament cashes throughout the series, and the
Latest WSOP Circuit Playground in the Record Books
The poker tournament series found 15 new champs The latest WSOP Circuit Playground festival has officially wrapped up, with 15 new champions crowned and almost $5 million in prize money awarded. This highly anticipated event saw poker players from all over come together for various tournaments, making it one of the most exciting stops on
Stephen Song Ships EPT Barcelona Main Event
The event was the fourth-largest main event for the EPT Stephen Song has added another major accomplishment to his poker career by winning the European Poker Tour (EPT) Barcelona Main Event. The event, which celebrated the 20th anniversary of the EPT, drew 1,975 entries, making it the fourth-largest EPT Main Event in history. Song’s victory
Overplaying vs. Underplaying Flush Draws in Texas Hold’em
The key to playing flush draws well lies in understanding pot odds and the strength of your opponents In Texas Hold’em, flush draws are exciting hands with the potential for big payoffs, but playing them correctly can be tricky. The challenge is knowing when to be aggressive and when to play more conservatively, balancing the
Michigan Poker Player Jason Kapoor Passes Away at 29
The player was a grinder on the local circuit Jason “Clozer” Kapoor, a well-known figure in the Michigan poker scene and the wider Midwest poker circuit, has passed away at 29. He reportedly took his own life, leaving behind a community of players and friends who admired him both for his talent at the table
Key Factors To Consider Before Making a Bet on the Bubble in Texas Hold’em
It can be easy to navigate the bubble if you pay close attention to your opponents Betting on the bubble in Texas Hold’em can be a crucial moment in any poker tournament. The bubble is the stage where the next player out will miss out on the prize money, making it a time of heightened
New Poker Room in Texas To Host the Trailblazer Poker Tour
TCH Social in Austin will host the event next month A new chapter in Texas poker is set to begin with the launch of the Trailblazer Poker Tour, a fresh tournament series kicking off in Austin this October. The event will be hosted at TCH Social, a newly opened 70-table poker room that is already
Angela Jordison Ships the MPST East Chicago for New Career Best Cash
The grinder turns $1,100 into $161,513, the largest payout of her career Angela Jordison made a significant mark in the poker scene this past weekend after winning the Mid-States Poker Tour (MSPT) Main Event at Ameristar East Chicago. The tournament, which had an entry fee of $1,100, attracted 861 participants. Jordison, a well-known figure in
When and How to Bluff in Texas Hold’em Freeroll Tournaments
By bluffing wisely, you can chip away at opponents’ stacks and position yourself for a deep run Bluffing in Texas Hold’em freeroll tournaments can be a powerful strategy, but knowing when and how to execute it is crucial. Unlike regular cash games, freeroll tournaments often feature more unpredictable players, making bluffing a bit tricky but
WSOP Online Circuit Series Has 12 Ring Events This Month
The series will run from September 13 to 14, with millions in guarantees The WSOP Online Circuit series is set to return this September, offering poker enthusiasts another chance to compete for the prestigious WSOP Circuit rings. Running from September 13 to 24, the series features a total of 12 ring events, with separate tournaments