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Sun, 31 Dec 2023 22:35:39 +0000

As December ends, PokerNews offers a look back at its Top 10 Stories of 2023. The PokerNews Podcast crew which lost Jesse Fullen a couple months back but welcomed Matt Hansen alongside co-hosts Chad Holloway and Connor Richards thought wed do the same by sharing our six favorite episodes of the year!

It was another great year with some strong guests that included Poker Hall of Famers Erik Seidel, Scotty Nguyen, Billy Baxter, Phil Hellmuth, Brian Rast, Daniel Negreanu, Jack McClelland, Eli Elezra, Chris Moneymaker, and Mori Eskandani.

Kara Scott Leaves 888poker After Almost Eight Years as an Ambassador

Sun, 31 Dec 2023 16:35:40 +0000

Kara Scott and 888poker have officially parted company, concluding a nearly eight-year partnership. Scott has flown the 888poker flag since February 2016, representing them in live events, in the online poker world, and help create long-lasting content for the poker room’s social media channels.

Multi-talented Scott was announced as an 888poker ambassador on February 23, 2016, to much fanfare. Scott had previously featured on Sky Poker, Sky Television, the European Poker Tour (EPT), High Stakes Poker, GSN, Poker Central, and the WSOP on ESPN.

Poker Player Mistakenly Sends $21K In Crypto, Accuses MonkerGuy of Keeping It

Sun, 31 Dec 2023 03:00:40 +0000

Over the holidays, German high-stakes pro Daniel Smiljkovic publicly accused MonkerGuy of keeping $21,744 that Smiljkovic had mistakenly sent in a cryptocurrency exchange, while MonkerGuy denied ever receiving the money.

MonkerGuy is a poker service that lets players request game-theory optimal (GTO) simulations or rent servers to help them “play mathematically perfect strategy from UTG to Big Blind.”

Read About Recent Private Game Cheating Allegations

Money Sent to Wrong Crypto Address

Smiljkovic, a pro best known by his online poker username “SmilleThHero”, wrote in a Two Plus Twopost that he tried to send a friend $21,744 in a crypto exchange about a month ago. Smiljkovic accidentally sent the money to the previously used crypto address, “which was the one I uses to pay for MonkerGuy.”

Xuan Liu's $50,000 Cross-County Challenge to Every Canadian Province & Territory

Sun, 31 Dec 2023 00:35:39 +0000

Xuan Liu, a Canadian poker pro based in Toronto, works with Poker Power, A5 Labs, and WPT Global, the last of which recently set her a challenge to play poker in every province and territory of her home country.

The challenge took her from St John’s Newfoundland on the east coast to Vancouver on the West and deep into the interior to Nunavut in the north. On her tour of the ten provinces and three territories of Canada, Liu started with US$1,000 (coming to a little over thirteen hundred loonies) live and US$1,000 online. From this bankroll, she had to pay her way across the Great White North!

FPN Vegas World Championship at Golden Nugget Will Award $25,000 to Winner

Sat, 30 Dec 2023 01:35:39 +0000

The Free Poker Network (FPN) Vegas $100,000 World Championship is just around the corner and will award $25,000 to the lucky champion. The FPN Vegas $100,000 World Championship will take place Jan. 4-7 at Golden Nugget in downtown Las Vegas as qualifiers compete for a piece of the $100,000 prize pool.

PokerNews will be on-site to provide live updates for the World Championship Main Event on Jan. 7, as well as the $200 buy-in Tag Team Trophy event on Jan. 6.

GGPoker Bans Superuser Moneytaker69 After Client Vulnerability Exposed

Fri, 29 Dec 2023 16:35:39 +0000

Online poker has come a long way since the “POTRIPPER” superuser scandal of 2007, and yet…

GGPoker today sensationally issued an announcement stating that a player called “Moneytaker69” had been banned, with almost $30,000 in unfair winnings confiscated. Details of the scandal came to light following a post on the 2+2 poker forums.

“We sincerely apologize for the incident,” GGPoker said. “Which has caused many poker players to worry about the games integrity and shaken their trust in GGPoker to provide the best poker experience.

Smart & Troopaloop10 Win Global Poker 25 Days of Poker Main Events

Thu, 28 Dec 2023 20:35:39 +0000

There has been plenty of holiday poker action on Global Poker as the site is winding down its 25 Days of Poker running throughout the month of December with prizes ranging from Global Poker sweaters to Global Poker mittens.

The series, running Dec. 1-31, has consisted of daily spins and freerolls and culminated with two Home For the Holidays Main Events on Dec. 26 with Gold Coins 40,000,000 and Sweeps Coins 250,000 in guaranteed prizes. Additionally, the top 200 finishers in the GC Main Event were gifted festive Global Poker beanies.

Run It Once Poker Training: A Legacy of Excellence and a Bright Future Ahead

Thu, 28 Dec 2023 13:35:40 +0000

Since its inception in December 2012, Run It Once has been a cornerstone in the world of poker training, providing poker enthusiasts with unparalleled insights and strategies to hone their skills at the tables. Over the years, the commitment to excellence has fueled a prolific release schedule, delivering two videos a day, every day, for over a decade.

The journey has been marked by a diverse lineup of over 160 coaches, each contributing a unique perspective to the art and science of poker. These coaches have not only shared their expertise but have also played a pivotal role in creating a community of dedicated learners and passionate players. The wealth of knowledge exchanged on the platform has empowered countless individuals to elevate their game and navigate the complex world of poker with confidence.

Sean Perry Eliminated From $9.3 Million Circa Survivor Contest After Refusing Chop

Mon, 25 Dec 2023 16:35:45 +0000

Sean Perry is out of the Circa Survivor football contest after the Denver Broncos lost 26-23 on a last-minute field goal by the New England Patriots. The high-stakes poker player had refused to chop the $9.3 million prize when 13 contestants remained.

Of the ten entries that were left in the contest for Week 16, six picked the Broncos, while the remaining four players split their choices among the Chicago Bears, Los Angeles Rams, and Green Bay Packers. All three teams won, which leaves just four entries to fight for the $9.3 million prize or chop it if they wish.

MSPT & WSOP Champion Found Zip-Tied, Allegedly Held Captive For 35 Days

Mon, 25 Dec 2023 03:00:42 +0000

A Michigan poker player and four-time World Series of Poker Circuit (WSOPC) Ring winner was allegedly kidnapped and held captive for more than a month as part of a two-year extortion scheme that federal investigators are apparently looking into.

According to local news reports on Dec. 21, George Janssen of Bad Axe, Michigan was found on a rural road in Meade Township bloodied and with his hands zip-tied after flagging down a passerby.

Remembering Those Poker Players and Personalities Who Passed Away in 2023

Sun, 24 Dec 2023 03:35:40 +0000

The New Year is not only an opportunity for poker players to look ahead, perhaps setting new resolutions and goals, but also a chance to look back at the year gone by. In 2023, that entails remembering those players who passed on.

Heres a look at some of those we lost over the past year.

Las Vegas Poker Player & ARIA Regular Hank Yang Passes Away

Hank Yang, a Las Vegas poker player who frequented the Aria poker room, passed away in January.

Daniel Lowery Caps Off Career Year With WPT Seniors Win Just Weeks After His 50th

Sat, 23 Dec 2023 04:35:39 +0000

Seniors tournaments got a lot more difficult when Daniel Lowery turned 50 on November 25, and it didnt take long before he stacked the age-restricted field for yet another poker accolade in his hard-charging career.

By winning the WPT $10,000 Seniors NLH High Roller just weeks after his 50th birthday, Lowery likely became one of the youngest players to ever win an over-50 event. He defeated another familiar face on the scene, Judy Bielan, an accomplished player in her own right with well over $500K in tournament earnings and a long list of cashes on the WSOP Circuit and throughout Florida in 2023.

Ren Lin Wins $50k WPT Alpha8 for $1,045,781; Jason Koon Runner-Up

Fri, 22 Dec 2023 15:35:40 +0000

Ren Lin had already proved to be a skilled poker player before entering the $50,000 buy-in World Poker Tour (WPT) Alpha8 tournament. But now he can add the first seven-figure cash to his The Hendon Mob resume.

The Chinese pro defeated a field of 69 players at Wynn Las Vegas on Thursday for a $1,045,781 score. He beat the great Jason Koon heads-up at the end, along with a star-studded field full of some of the best players in the world.

Andrew Robl is Tearing Up Live Cash Game Streams; Up $3.156M in 2023

Fri, 22 Dec 2023 11:35:39 +0000

It is usually poker tournament players that find themselves in the headlines after helping themselves to a bumper score, capturing a World Series of Poker (WSOP) bracelet, or lifting a coveted trophy aloft. Cash game players often fly under the radar, going about their business in a quiet yet deadly efficient way. Andrew Robl is one such cash game superstar, a player who is in profit to the tune of $3,156,100 in televised cash games, according to Highroll Poker Tracker.

Dan Sepiol Wins WPT World Championship ($5.3 Million) w/ Brilliant Final Table Performance

Fri, 22 Dec 2023 09:00:40 +0000

One of the largest tournaments in poker history, the $10,400 buy-in WPT World Championship, came to its conclusion with Dan Sepiol finishing off Georgios Sotiropoulos to close it out for the $5,282,954 first place prize via a heads-up ICM chop.

Day 7 the final table began a bit after 4 p.m. PT Thursday afternoon from inside Wynn Las Vegas. A World Poker Tour (WPT) Champions Club spot and millions of dollars were at stake between the final six players from the 3,835 entrants who sought a piece of that juicy $40 million guaranteed prize pool.

Kick Off Your 2024 Poker Grind at the Galway Poker Festival

Thu, 21 Dec 2023 12:00:40 +0000

It’s time to mark your calendars and kick off the new year in style with the Irish Poker Tour! The Galway Poker Festival promises an exhilarating week of intense poker action at The Galmont Hotel in Galway.

With a festival guarantee of 500,000, including an additional 25,000 in added value by Paddy Power Poker, the stakes are higher than ever.

Main Event: Galway Poker Cup

The highlight of the festival is the Galway Poker Cup Main Event, boasting an impressive 300,000 guaranteed prize pool. Running from January 4-7, this flagship tournament features a total of five starting flights, offering players multiple chances to secure their spot in the final day.

PokerStars and Paddy Power Share Schedule for 2024 Irish Poker Open

Thu, 21 Dec 2023 09:35:39 +0000

After a groundbreaking Irish Poker Open in 2023 that shattered records, poker enthusiasts worldwide are gearing up for another thrilling edition set to unfold from March 25 to April 1, 2024. The festival promises eight days of intense poker action, both on and off the felt, as players converge on the vibrant Irish capital to partake in Europe’s oldest poker tournament.

Hosted at the prestigious Royal Dublin Society in Ballsbridge, Dublin, the Main Event boasts a jaw-dropping 1 million guaranteed prize pool. Proudly sponsored for the second consecutive year by PokerStars and Paddy Power, both integral parts of Flutter Entertainment, the event is set to reach new heights.

Mikita Badziakouski Ships $1 Million Buy-In WPT Big One for One Drop ($7.1 Million)

Thu, 21 Dec 2023 05:35:39 +0000

Mikita Badziakouski became $7,114,500 richer on Wednesday by winning a thrilling World Poker Tour (WPT) Big One for One Drop final table, defeating Mario Mosboeck heads-up to close it out.

Six players returned to Wynn Las Vegas for one final session Day 3 but only four would go home with money. Two others left the casino with nothing but memories of the $1 million they spent to enter the tournament.

Lucky Chewy Catches Fire to Lead Stacked WPT World Championship Final Table

Thu, 21 Dec 2023 05:00:40 +0000

The World Poker Tour (WPT) World Championship at Wynn Las Vegas started with 3,835 entrants, and on Tuesday just 16 players returned for Day 6 action. By the end of the night, the final table of six was established.

The players in the best spot to make a run at the $5,678,000 first-place prize is Andrew Lucky Chewy Lichtenberger, who bagged a big chip lead with 148,200,000 (124 bb). While he has a WPT Alpha8 title on his poker rsum, Lichtenberger is looking to claim his first WPT Main Tour title.

2023 WPT World Championship Hands of the Week: WSOP Champ Felted By Hall of Famer

Thu, 21 Dec 2023 01:35:39 +0000

The World Poker Tour (WPT) World Championship Festival at Wynn Las Vegas is nearing the end of the $10,000 WPT World Championship, and PokerNews has been on-site for the duration.

During that time we kept an eye on the live updates being provided by our friends on the WPT Live Reporting team. They captured a number of interesting and game-changing hands, which are highlighted below in the latest edition of “Hands of the Week.”

Gamble, Weng & Coleman Win at WPT World Championship Festival; Leah Claims 2nd Trophy

Wed, 20 Dec 2023 19:35:39 +0000

The World Poker Tour (WPT) World Championship Festival at Wynn Las Vegas may be shining a light on both the $10,000 WPT World Championship and $1,000,000 WPT Big One for One Drop, but recently there was a slew of side events that crowned some big-name winners.

We previously recapped winners such as George Tomescu winning the $1,600 Mystery Bounty for $564,202, David Larson taking down the $1,100 Seniors NLH for $141,386, and Mike Leah emerging victorious in the $2,200 8-Game for $78,841.

888poker Unveils Massive $10,000 Daily Prize Pool Boost on BLAST Leaderboards

Wed, 20 Dec 2023 12:35:39 +0000

888poker is amping up the excitement with a substantial boost to the BLAST Leaderboards prize pool, now soaring to an impressive $10,000, available exclusively on the platfrom from December 20-26, 2023!

Engage in daily poker showdowns as players vie for the top spot on the leaderboards, where the stakes have been raised even higher with a daily prize pool of $10,000.

Participating in the BLAST Leaderboards allows players to snag additional rewards by showcasing their skills in short-handed Sit & Go tournaments and securing a prominent position on the leaderboard.

Calvin Anderson Wins WPT Prime Championship for $1,386,280

Wed, 20 Dec 2023 09:00:40 +0000

A millionaire was made on Tuesday at Wynn Las Vegas in the World Poker Tour (WPT) Prime Championship final table, and that individual was Calvin Anderson, who defeated Aaron Pinson heads-up for the trophy.

The $1,100 buy-in tournament had a $5 million guarantee, but the prize pool hit $10,196,640 with 10,512 entrants, nearly double last year’s turnout when Stephen Song won it for $712,650. Song’s payout in 2022 barely would have beat third place money this year.

Ben Jacobs Leads WPT World Championship Final 16; Moorman, Lichtenberger & Sepiol Alive

Wed, 20 Dec 2023 07:35:39 +0000

The World Poker Tour (WPT) World Championship at Wynn Las Vegas started with 3,835 entrants, but after Day 5 action on Tuesday, just 16 players remain in contention for the title and $5,678,000 first-place prize.

The man best positioned to make a run at it is Ben Jacobs, who finished as chip leader with 46,400,000 (77 bb). Not too far behind are Maxime Chilaud (38,200,000 64 bb) and Artur Martirosian (36,200,000 60 bb), while Carl Shaw (29,000,000 47 bb) and Daniel Sepiol (27,900,000 47 bb) round out the top five.

Dan Smith Bags Chip Lead w/ 6 Left in WPT Big One for One Drop

Wed, 20 Dec 2023 07:00:40 +0000

There’s going to be a seven-figure money bubble on Wednesday at the final table of the Big One for One Drop, a $1 million buy-in World Poker Tour (WPT) event that is one day away from making one wealthy person much wealthier.

Although Phil Ivey didn’t make it to Day 2 after busting late on Day 1, the 14 players who returned to Wynn Las Vegas for the second of three days of play were among the best in the world. Dan Smith, who busted Ivey, came in with the chip lead. He’d lose a chunk of his stack, but still remained at or near the top throughout most of the session.

Actor Neil Patrick Harris Takes Brutal Cooler in WPT Celebrity Poker Tournament

Wed, 20 Dec 2023 01:35:39 +0000

The final hand wasn’t very funny to comedic actor Neil Patrick Harris in Monday’s WPT x Daniel Arsham Celebrity Invitational.

Harris ran into a cooler in the six-player celebrity sit-n-go against actress Arden Cho with five players remaining. The winner, entrepreneur Adam Weitsman, won a blue Porsche sculpture designed by Daniel Arsham, who played in the poker game and was the first to bust. Arsham is a world-renowned contemporary artist out of New York, and he designed the World Poker Tour (WPT) Champions Club trophies for the current season.

Weng and Foxen Have Firm Grip on GPI POY Race, MSPT to Host Mid-Major Finale

Tue, 19 Dec 2023 18:35:39 +0000

The 2023 Global Poker Index (GPI) Player of the Year race is Bin Wengs to lose as the players wind down a bumper year for live poker throughout the world.

Weng is on top of a crowded leaderboard of pokers best, but his big wins and deep runs throughout 2023 may be too much to overcome in the last month of the year.

Nacho Barbero trails by less than 300 points an amount easily overcome by a win in the $40 million WPT World Championship at Wynn Las Vegas and Ren Lin was near the top of the leaderboard near the end of Day 4. Lin could jump into the lead with a win.

Phil Ivey Busts on Day 1 of $1M WPT Big One for One Drop

Tue, 19 Dec 2023 09:35:39 +0000

It was a slow start and a rough Day 1 in the $1,000,000 buy-in World Poker Tour (WPT) Big One for One Drop for poker legend Phil Ivey, who busted just before the session concluded.

The Poker Hall of Famer and WPT ambassador was among the 17 players who registered for the seven-figure tournament, and one of three who couldn’t find a bag.

Poker Legend Can’t Find a Fold

Ivey started off slowly, losing a decent amount of his 1,000,000-chip stack relatively early in the tournament. He’d battle throughout the day before Level 8, the final level of the night, where he tangled with Dan Smith in a monster pot.

Reality TV Star Princess Love Among 45 Left in WPT World Championship

Tue, 19 Dec 2023 06:35:42 +0000

The $40 million guaranteed World Poker Tour (WPT) World Championship, which started with 3,835 players, has dwindled down to just 45, one of whom is reality TV star Princess Love Norwood.

On Day 4 (Monday), 132 players returned to Wynn Las Vegas still hoping to win the $5,678,000 first place prize. But that dream died for about one-third of them, including Igor Kurganov (48th place for $111,300), Upeshka De Silva (76h place for $60,800), WPT ambassador Brad Owen (88th place for $53,500) and 2009 world champion Joe Cada (108th place for $41,900).

EPT Prague Hands of the Week: Straight Flush vs Nut Flush on Stone Bubble, No One Busts

Mon, 18 Dec 2023 16:35:40 +0000

The 2023 European Poker Tour (EPT) wrapped up on Sunday with Ireland’s Padraig O’Neill emerging victorious in the 5,300 PMain Event for 1,030,000.

PokerNews was on-site for the duration of the festival, and during that time our live reporting team captured a number of interesting and game-changing hands, which are highlighted below in the latest edition of “Hands of the Week.”

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WPT x Daniel Arsham Celebrity Invitational Features Actor Neil Patrick Harris

Mon, 18 Dec 2023 15:35:40 +0000

Doogie Howser is coming to the World Poker Tour (WPT) on Monday.

Actor Neil Patrick Harris will headline a WPT Celebrity Invitational at the Wynn Las Vegas, and it will be live-streamed on YouTube starting at 4 p.m. PT.

The 50-year-old celebrity initially became famous in the early 1990s when he played the role of Doogie Howser on the hit TV sitcom Doogie Howser, MD. In that role, he played a teenage prodigy who became a medical doctor before he was even old enough to vote.

Shyngis Satubayev Closes Series With Comeback Victory in 10K EPT High Roller

Mon, 18 Dec 2023 09:35:39 +0000

All around, chips were being cleared into boxes, tables were emptying, and the confetti was already blasted out of cannons as the winner of the Main Event was announced. But over in a quiet corner of the Hilton Prague, the final table of the 10,300 High Roller was still running and it was the last remaining event of the year at the PokerStars European Poker Tour.

When it came down to it, a heads-up deal was made between Shyngis Satubayev from Kazakhstan and Antoine Saout from France. Both are no strangers to playing for six-figure scores and agreed that a deal made sense. The figures were evened out, with 40,000 and the trophy left to play for.

Defending Champ Eliot Hudon Out; Naj Ajez Leads WPT World Championship

Mon, 18 Dec 2023 07:00:40 +0000

During the Day 3 session, we asked the question, will there be a repeat winner in the World Poker Tour (WPT) World Championship. That answer is no after Eliot Hudon, the defending champion, was eliminated late in the day in 186th place for $27,000.

Hudon won it last year for $4.1 million, beating out 2,960 entrants in the first edition of the WPT World Championship at Wynn Las Vegas.

He moved all in with KJ and a short stack against the AQ held by Ardit Kurshumi. No improvement for either hand came on the board, and that was the end of the title defense.

Mystery Bounty Makes PokerStars Debut as Part of $35m GTD New Year Series

Mon, 18 Dec 2023 01:35:40 +0000

It’s been coming, but Mystery Bounty tournament will finally debut on PokerStars over the course of the upcoming New Year Series. The festival is scheduled to run from December 24 until January 16 with $35 million in guarantees.

Featuring a 350-event schedule of traditional low, medium and high buy-in levels, players of all level will get the chance to ring in the new year with some unmissable poker action.

Were excited to round off the year and ring in 2024 with the New Year Series for our .COM players said Chris Straghalis, Director of Online Poker Experience at PokerStars. With 24 days of unmissable poker and the inclusion of the Mystery Bounty format we hope to bring the holiday cheer to our PokerStars community with a range of buy-ins and plenty on offer.

Will the WPT World Championship Have a Repeat Winner?

Mon, 18 Dec 2023 01:00:40 +0000

Going back-to-back in one of the largest poker tournaments ever no chance, right? Don’t be so sure about it. Eliot Hudon, who won the World Poker Tour (WPT) World Championship last year for $4.1 million, still has a shot at a repeat on Day 3.

The task to win any tournament twice in a row isn’t easy, let alone a $10k with thousands of players, many of whom are considered some of the best in the world. In 2022, Hudon defeated 2,960 entrants en route to his first significant live poker tournament cash. This time around, the field is even larger 3,835 entries making his run thus far impressive no matter how he finishes.

Daniel Neilson Responds to Dealer Error at WSOP Paradise that Cost Him $160K in Equity

Mon, 18 Dec 2023 00:00:40 +0000

While the World Series of Poker (WSOP) Paradise proved to be a success, an unfortunate situation has come to light regarding an error at the final table of the $5,300 Main Event. PokerMedia Australia has reported that during three-handed play, Australian poker pro Daniel Neilson paid an extra 10 million in chips after losing a big all-in pot to eventual champ Stanislav Zegal.

A dealer error resulted in an incorrect count 48 million as opposed to 38 million and ultimately left Neilson with 5.2 million in chips instead of 15.2 million. He would be eliminated a short time later. The error wasnt caught by officials and subsequently resulted in the wrong counts on the live stream, which when reviewed confirmed the error had taken place.

Padraig O'Neill Turns 12 Big Blinds into 1,030,000 En Route to 2023 EPT Prague Main Event Victory

Sun, 17 Dec 2023 23:35:39 +0000

The road to PokerStars European Poker Tour glory always has plenty of twists and turns, and the record-breaking EPT 5,300 Prague Main Event was no exception.

Jon Kyte, who had led the tournament from Day 3, entered the finale with 229 big blinds and a historic chip lead, one that was assumed to be unassailable. Padraig O’Neill had other ideas and was unexpectedly awarded the final EPT Trophy of the 2023 season after overcoming the Norwegian in heads-up play.

Brazilian Pro Pablo Silva Takes the Trophy in 10,200 No-Limit Hold'em (153,900)

Sun, 17 Dec 2023 21:00:40 +0000

One of the final events of the 2023 PokerStars European Poker Tour (EPT) Prague has wrapped, with Pablo Silva defeating Sweden’s Mounir Tajiou heads up to claim the 10,200 NL Hold’em II title. The tournament attracted a total of 46 entries, with only the top six sharing a prize pool of 446,200.

“It feels good. It was an amazing tournament - my last one in the series,” Silva said following the win. The Brazilian didn’t have it all his own way on Day 2 but managed to take it down for only his second tournament win of his poker career.

WATCH: Joe Hachem Folds Kings Near WPT World Championship Bubble

Sun, 17 Dec 2023 10:00:40 +0000

The bubble phase is always tense in any poker tournament, especially when there’s at least a five-figure sum waiting around the corner in one of the richest live poker tournaments of all time.

Whether you’re an amateur on a fabled Cinderella run or a seasoned vet like, say, a WSOP Main Event champion, decisions can be difficult, definitely when you’re on the shorter stack.

With players on the cusp of the hand-for-hand phase in the 2023 WPT World Championship, Joe Hachem was dealt pocket kings in second position and facing a raise from under the gun.

Aces Cracked to Bust the Bubble on Day 2 of WPT World Championship

Sun, 17 Dec 2023 06:00:40 +0000

One of the largest poker tournaments in history is in the money. On Level 15, the 481st player busted from the $10,400 buy-in World Poker Tour (WPT) World Championship, giving everyone else still standing a sigh of relief.

Day 2 on Saturday began at noon PT with 1,400 players hoping to get a slice of that juicy $40 million prize pool. Unfortunately, for many of them, the dream was shattered before the bubble burst.

What Players Should You Expect for the WPT $1,000,000 Big One for One Drop?

Sun, 17 Dec 2023 01:35:39 +0000

The $1,000,000 buy-in Big One for One Drop will debut from Dec. 18-20 at the WPT World Championship festival at Wynn Las Vegas. It marks the fifth edition of the seven-figure buy-in event, and the first one since 2018.

After a five-year hiatus it seems the grounds have never been more fertile for the Big One, it is clear it has been missed, said Alexandre Meunier, One Drop Foundations Chief Marketing and Events Officer. Past players from the worlds of business and high stakes poker are showing strong interest as well as players who have never played a Big One before which is very encouraging. We would go as far to say that we havent seen such strong interest at this stage since the early editions of the history-making event.

High Flying Jon Kyte Leads Final Five in 2023 EPT Prague Main Event

Sat, 16 Dec 2023 19:35:47 +0000

Jon Kyte has been living every poker player’s dream over the last few days at the 2023 PokerStars European Poker Tour Prague. The Norwegian poker pro ended Days 3 and 4 as the chip leader in the 5,300 EPT Main Event and he maintained his position atop the counts as the series showstopper gears up for its final day.

Just five of the record-breaking 1,285-entry field remain, with Kyte’s stack of 22,900,000 (229 big blinds) leading the handful of hopefuls. His grip on the chip lead was rarely threatened throughout the day, thanks to a hat trick of early eliminations that put him into the stratosphere. He will go into the finale with more than half of the chips in play.

Garrett Adelstein Books Another Six-Figure Win in WPT Cash Game

Sat, 16 Dec 2023 19:35:40 +0000

Another day, another huge win at the poker table for Garrett Adelstein.

The Los Angeles high-stakes poker legend competed on Friday in a World Poker Tour (WPT) Cash Game live-streamed on YouTube, his second appearance this week in his return to poker for the first time in nearly 15 months.

Adelstein admitted after his Dec. 13 appearance on Bally Live Poker at Tropicana, where he won over $130,000, that he played solid but made some mistakes. In the WPT Cash Game, however, he appeared to be more on his game throughout the lengthy session.

WSOP Paradise Proves Successful w/ Big Names & Prize Pools; Only One Missed GTD

Sat, 16 Dec 2023 18:00:39 +0000

When the World Series of Poker (WSOP) Paradise was announced earlier this year, many in the poker world were skeptical it could be a success given it would be going up against two previously-announced stops in the WPT World Championship and EPT Prague. However, with the help of GGPoker, the 15-bracelet-event stop proved to be a success awarding more than $70 million in prize money, well ahead of its promised $50 million in guarantees.

Jeff Platt Joins David Tuchman For An 888Ride Interview

Sat, 16 Dec 2023 09:35:46 +0000

888Ride is the popular Youtube feature where David Tuchman meanders around Vegas in a silver Cadillac Escalade with an 888poker logo on the door and a poker personality in the passenger seat.

One of the latest guests was Jeff Platt, who joined Tuchman for an interview about being poker’s best-known interviewer.

Platt has become a household name in his role as a poker commentator. His “stand up for me” interviews are now an integral part of the annual WSOP broadcasts. He also plays the game, having won a WSOPC Online ring in 2017, an MSPT Main Event in 2022, and a small RunGood event in November. He also made it to five WSOP Online final tables and one live, not to mention several deep Main Event runs during the 2010s.

Numerous Big Names Moving on After Day 1d in the WPT World Championship

Sat, 16 Dec 2023 09:35:39 +0000

While there was some overlay in the World Poker Tour (WPT) World Championship, Day 1d brought out a massive field, and the tournament is officially one of the largest in poker history.

Registration closed in the $10,400 buy-in event on Friday evening with 1,523 players registered for the final session, bringing the total to 3,835, a 30% increase from the 2022 edition. There were numerous high-profile players who bagged on Day 1d, including many big stacks such David Peters and Huck Seed.

WPT's Long-Term Plan Playing Out says Pliska After World Championship Overlay

Sat, 16 Dec 2023 06:00:43 +0000

“We knew the risks. But I know that we’ve achieved what we were going for.”

Those are the words of Adam Pliska, President and CEO of the World Poker Tour after registration closed in the 2023 WPT World Championship, just 247 entries short of the figured required to meet the $40 million guarantee.

“What people saw was a substantially larger event that ran even smoother. I don’t want to suggest other events weren’t a factor, but what it did not affect is the quality of the event that we produced, and that was our main focus.

Class of 2023 Reflect on Joining the WPT Champions Club

Sat, 16 Dec 2023 00:35:54 +0000

The names of WPT Champions Club members are immortalized not only on the Mike Sexton WPT Champions Cup trophy, but in the brains of poker players and fans all over the world.

WPT legends like Gus Hansen and Phil Ivey. Four-time champ Darren Elias. Defending WPT World Championship winner Eliot Hudon. All of whom have added a WPT title to their poker resume.

So far in 2023, the WPT has crowned seven new champions, and a special ceremony was hosted to mark the occasion at the Wynn.

Gab Yong Kim Dominates Way to 3,000 Mystery Bounty Victory at EPT Prague (214,674)

Fri, 15 Dec 2023 20:35:45 +0000

South Korea’s Gab Yong Kim has won the 3,000 Mystery Bounty at the 2023 PokerStars European Poker Tour Prague for 219,214 after defeating heads-up opponent Andrej Tekel of Austria in what proved to be a back-and-forth heads-up battle.

Kim came into Day 3 as the chip leader and continued to build his stack throughout the day, “I felt good, I really thought I could win,” said Kim talking about his day. He continuously used his aggression for success, “I knew I could put a lot of pressure on the final table.”

2024 World Series of Poker (WSOP) Dates Confirmed; Main Event to Run July 3-17

Fri, 15 Dec 2023 17:35:39 +0000

The World Series of Poker (WSOP) just wrapped up its WSOP Paradise stop in the Bahamas yesterday, but already theyre turning their attention back to Las Vegas with the date announcements for the 2024 WSOP!

The 55th Annual WSOP will take place from May 28-July 17, 2024, and while the schedule of tournaments wont be released until sometime in the new year, officials did confirm that the 2024 WSOP $10,000 Main Event will run from July 3-17.

Bernardo Neves Ships the WSOP Paradise The Closer Turbo Bounty

Fri, 15 Dec 2023 10:36:01 +0000

After an incredibly fast and action-packed day, Event #14: $2,000 The Closer Turbo Bounty has crowned a winner here at the 2023 World Series of Poker Paradise from the Atlantis Resort in The Bahamas. After a full afternoon of all-ins, flips and a shallow tournament chip average, Bernardo Neves stood alone to claim the $166,000 first-place prize and the bracelet after defeating Archibald Seaton in heads up play who will take home $101,000 for his runner-up finish.

Excitement Is Building For the New 888poker UK Poker League

Fri, 15 Dec 2023 10:35:48 +0000

Live poker is as popular as it has ever been in the United Kingdom, with the impressive attendance figures for the 2023 Grosvenor UK Poker Tour (GUKPT) evidence of that. Exciting times lay ahead for British grinders because there is a new tour in town for 2024: the 888poker UK Poker League.

The 888poker UK Poker League, abbreviated to UKPL, was announced in late November alongside 888poker LIVE’s schedule release. The fledging tour sees 888poker join forces with Grosvenor Casinos, a partnership that bore fruit throughout 2023, to run seven UKPL festivals in 2024.

Dante Goya Goes From 2 Big Blinds to WSOP Paradise PLO Champion

Fri, 15 Dec 2023 10:35:39 +0000

The last WSOP gold bracelet of the 2023 World Series of Poker Paradise has been awarded at Atlantis Resort in The Bahamas. Brazils Dante Goya Fernandes completed a stunning comeback to win his first bracelet and $277,700 in Event #13: $10,000 PLO Championship. Goya defeated three-time bracelet winner Jim Collopy in heads-up play to clinch the title.

The four-card tournament drew 104 entries to create a $1,040,000 prize pool. The top 16 finishers made it into the money and only 13 bagged for the final day with eyes on the bracelet.

$40 Million Guarantee Within Reach as WPT World Championship Approaches Day 1d

Fri, 15 Dec 2023 10:00:40 +0000

A total of 973 players entered Day 1c of the World Poker Tour (WPT) World Championship on Thursday, bringing the total entries to 2,312. For the $40 million guarantee to hit, the tournament needs 1,819 players to register for Day 1d (Friday), and there’s a high probability that will happen.

Although the first three sessions attracted far fewer players than is needed on Friday, the final session is expected to far and away be the biggest. Many players have been waiting to register for Day 1d, and numerous players flew from the Bahamas on Thursday to Las Vegas from the World Series of Poker (WSOP) Paradise event.

BrigitteBardot Wins WSOP Paradise Online Event #12 For $178,261

Fri, 15 Dec 2023 09:35:54 +0000

The pursuit of WSOP Paradise bracelets isn’t just for the players who physically made it out to the Bahamas. There are also online bracelets up for grabs, including the bracelet for Event #12: No-Limit Hold’em FREEZEOUT Online.

This event was held on December 13 and was hosted by GGPoker on its online poker client.

The $1,050 buy-in tournament attracted a field of 1,336 players from all over the world, generating a prize pool of $1,366,000 and beating the guarantee of $1,000,000 by a wide margin. This huge field also meant that the top prize was a whopping $178,261.

Kings of Tallinn 2024: Northern Europe's Premier Poker Festival Returns for its Milestone Tenth Year

Fri, 15 Dec 2023 09:35:39 +0000

In a highly anticipated return, Northern Europe’s premier poker event, the Kings of Tallinn, is gearing up for its milestone tenth year. From February 23 to March 3, 2024, poker enthusiasts will gather at the iconic Olympic Park Casino and Hilton Tallinn Park Hotel in Estonia’s capital for an exhilarating 10-day poker extravaganza.

With over 50 tournaments on the schedule, including the Main Event boasting a guaranteed prize pool of 500,000, Kings of Tallinn 2024 is set to surpass its own legendary status.

Kristen Foxen Turns a Full House But is Drawing Dead in WPT Ladies Cash Game

Fri, 15 Dec 2023 07:35:47 +0000

The action was intense in the World Poker Tour (WPT) Ladies Cash Game on Thursday, but the hand of the night involved Kristen Foxen who was put in a brutal situation with a full house.

Foxen was joined by some other skilled opponents inside the Encore Ballroom, including Xuan Liu, Lily Kiletto, and Kasey Lyn Mills for some $25/$50 no-limit hold’em on the WPT YouTube channel.

Can She Find a Fold?

Entering the hand, about four hours into the session, Foxen was the game’s biggest winner, up more than $11,000. Iris Liu (“Pocky”) made it $300 with A6 from early position and received a call from Foxen’s 22, Kiletto’s 44 in the cutoff, and Liu’s K7 in the straddle.

Online Qualifier Stanislav Zegal Wins First WSOP Paradise Main Event ($2,000,000)

Fri, 15 Dec 2023 01:35:39 +0000

The first-ever World Series of Poker (WSOP) Paradise Main Event champion has been crowned as Germany’s Stanislav Zegal took down the $5,000 buy-in event for $2 million and his first WSOP bracelet. The GGPoker qualifier defeated heads-up opponent Michael Sklenicka of the Czech Republic to wrap up a final day that only lasted four hours.

The inaugural WSOP Paradise Main Event at the five-star Atlantis Resort in The Bahamas drew 3,010 players for a prize pool that just squeaked past the $15 million guarantee. The field included dozens of online qualifiers, including Zegal, who was able to parlay his online poker prowess into a life-altering seven-figure victory.

Dong Chen Wins WSOP Paradise Event 15 $10K High Roller with The Robbi ($411,659)

Thu, 14 Dec 2023 20:35:43 +0000

After three days Event #15: $10,000 High-Roller 6-Handed concluded Thursday at the 2023 World Series of Poker (WSOP) Paradise at the Atlantis Resort on Paradise Island. China’s Dong Chen defeated Thomas Santerne in heads-up play to lay claim to a top prize of $411,659 and his first WSOP gold bracelet.

Chen came into the final day with a dominating chip lead over his final three competitors that he never relinquished en route to capturing the title. Chen had just over $1 million in career tournament earnings and a previous-best score of $153,473 from a runner-up finish at the APPT in Macau back in 2018 before the win. That previous-best score is nearly tripled with Chens win at WSOP Paradise.

Happy Holidays Sale at 888poker: Unwrap Exciting Discounts on Tournaments!

Thu, 14 Dec 2023 11:35:39 +0000

As the festive season kicks into high gear, 888poker is spreading the holiday cheer with its exclusive Happy Holidays Sale, offering poker enthusiasts the chance to indulge in thrilling tournaments at a fraction of the regular cost.

From December 17-30 (excluding Christmas Day), players can enjoy a spectacular 50% discount on numerous popular tournaments, ensuring a festive season filled with excitement and value.

Here’s a glimpse of the exciting deals that await poker enthusiasts during the Happy Holidays Sale:

Artur Martirosian Flip & Go's His Way to Second WSOP Bracelet ($110,591)

Thu, 14 Dec 2023 10:35:39 +0000

Another gold bracelet winner has been crowned on the penultimate day of the 2023 World Series of Poker Paradise at the Atlantis Resort & Casino in The Bahamas. Only 96 players out of 767 entries had survived their pineapple flip to secure a portion of the $567,580 prize pool and returned to their seats for the final day of Event #11: $800 Flip & Go.

Some of the contestants were chasing the elusive WSOP victory, while others had a shot at additional bonuses courtesy of GGPoker. After running hot on the final two tables, rising poker prodigy Artur Martirosian defeated Dongwuk Moon in heads-up to claim his second WSOP gold bracelet.

Lynn Gilmartin Spins Up a Stack on Day 1b of WPT World Championship

Thu, 14 Dec 2023 09:35:39 +0000

It’s starting to look like the $40 million guaranteed prize pool will be smashed in the World Poker Tour (WPT) World Championship at Wynn Las Vegas following a huge Day 1b session on Wednesday.

After 609 players entered Day 1a on Tuesday, another 730 showed up with $10,400 to register for the second opening flight, one of them being World Poker Tour host Lynn Gilmartin, who turned her 100,000 initial stack into 556,000. That puts the Australian poker personality among the top stacks out of the 265 who bagged on Day 1b.

Garrett Adelstein Bluffs w/ J4 in Poker Return, Shows Little Rust on Bally Live Poker

Thu, 14 Dec 2023 07:35:39 +0000

Garrett Adelstein returned to poker for the first time in nearly 15 months Wednesday night, but not on Hustler Casino Live, and he didn’t appear to display much, if any, rust.

The Los Angeles high-stakes poker legend competed on Bally Live Poker (previously Bally’s Big Bet Poker and Live at the Bike) at Tropicana in Las Vegas in a $100,000 minimum buy-in game against Patrik Antonius, Eric Persson, and other live-stream regulars.

WSOP Paradise Main Event Hands of the Week: Kabrhel Antics, Jamming into Quads & a Royal Flush

Thu, 14 Dec 2023 00:35:39 +0000

The 2023 World Series of Poker (WSOP) Paradise at the Atlantis Paradise Island in The Bahamas is comprised of 15 gold bracelet events, and PokerNews has been on-site offering live updates from the vast majority of them.

During that time, our Live Reporting Team has captured some entertaining and game-changing hands in the $5,300 Main Event, which we’ve decided to feature in our latest “Hands of the Week.”

Meet Some of the ClubWPT Qualifiers Playing the WPT World Championship

Wed, 13 Dec 2023 20:35:39 +0000

The World Poker Tour (WPT) World Championship at Wynn Las Vegas is happening now, and the field is chock-full of qualifiers, many of who won a $12,500 WPT World Championship Passport on ClubWPT.

Below is a look at a handful of qualifiers who will be worth keeping an eye on as one of the industrys biggest and most prestigious events plays out.

Plus, here is a look at some past ClubWPT qualifiers PokerNews has profiled headed into the WPT World Championship:

Jon Glendinning Leads Final Nine In WPT Prime Championship After Day 3

Wed, 13 Dec 2023 15:00:40 +0000

The WPT Prime Championship is well underway at the Wynn Las Vegas with the brutally long Day 3 of the massive event ending when the field hit nine players.

Over four Day 1 flights, the tournament attracted 10,512 entries for a $10,196,640 prize pool more than doubling the guarantee. These nine players are all that remain of the 10,000 entrants and form the unofficial final table.

Jon Glendinning will be chip leader when play resumes at 2 p.m. local time tomorrow to play down to the official final table of six.

fjreis Wins 888poker KO Games Mystery Bounty Main Event ($11,330)

Wed, 13 Dec 2023 11:35:39 +0000

After two hours of play at the final table of Event #29: $25 Main Event Mystery Bounty at the KO Games hosted by 888poker, “fjreis” emerged victorious, defeating start of day chip leader “and_ortega” in heads-up play to secure the title and $11,330 in total payouts from the $200,000 total prize pool.

“AELlike_it_3” took the last podium position in third while “Bkira”, who had one of the larger stacks for much of the day, saw their hot streak come to an end earlier than they hoped, condemning them to a fourth-place finish.

Alan Keating Bags Big Stack on Day 1a of WPT World Championship

Wed, 13 Dec 2023 09:00:40 +0000

Hustler Casino Live fan favorite Alan Keating, who rarely plays tournaments, finished Day 1a of the $40 million guaranteed World Poker Tour (WPT) World Championship on Tuesday with a healthy chip stack.

The loose-aggressive player who routinely VPIP’s in the 80% or higher range was among a large group of big name players who competed in the opening session of the historic $10,400 buy-in tournament. Many of those high-profile players found a bag and will come back on Saturday for Day 2.

Player Booted from EPT Prague Main Event for Head-Butting Opponent

Wed, 13 Dec 2023 03:00:40 +0000

There was a triple-knockout on Day 1b of the European Poker Tour (EPT) Prague Main Event, but only one involved poker chips, and the rest the result of a fight that broke out at the table.

Despite the aggressive incident involving two opponents who played an all in pot together, the PokerStars-branded event, a 5,300 buy-in no-limit hold’em contest, is off to a strong start with over 1,200 players in the field and registration still open until the start of Day 2 on Wednesday.

Did Wynn Figure Out the Perfect Bubble Stalling Solution During WPT Prime Championship?

Tue, 12 Dec 2023 19:00:40 +0000

In an attempt to combat stalling near the bubble, Wynn and the World Poker Tour (WPT) made a significant change to the $1,100 buy-in WPT Prime Championship on Day 1.

Many tournament players take issue with incessant tanking from short-stacked players attempting to stall their way into the money. This is especially problematic during major events with massive guarantees. And the WPT Prime Championship had over $10 million in the pot when registration closed during Sunday’s Day 1d session.

Oleg Vasylchenko Makes Light Work of the EPT Prague 10K Mystery Bounty

Tue, 12 Dec 2023 17:35:40 +0000

Oleg Vasylchenko has overcome a 56-entry field and defeated Enrico Camosci heads-up to win the 74,673 first-place prize here at the 2023 PokerStars European Poker Tour Prague.

Along with his maiden EPT title, Vasylchenko claimed four mystery bounties en route to his victory, totalling 80,000 to bring his final payday 154,673.

Vasylchenko’s win comes after a long history of close calls. Before today, Vaslychenko had four EPT final tables under his belt over the past several years but was never able to take down the title.

Masashi Oya Beats Jason Koon in WSOP Paradise $100,000 Ultra High Roller Championship ($2,940,000)

Tue, 12 Dec 2023 16:35:39 +0000

The biggest buy-in of the 2023 World Series of Poker Paradise at Atlantis Resort in The Bahamas has come to a close as Masashi Oya took down Event #9: $100,000 Ultra High Roller Championship. Oya bagged the bracelet and the $2,940,000 up top after besting GGPoker ambassador Jason Koon in heads-up play.

The tournament ran over the course of three days and garnered 111 entries, creating a $11,100,000 prize pool. Oya began the final day as the chip leader and stayed atop of the counts throughout the session.

Poland's Grzegorz Kozieja Gets His Biggest-Ever Live Cash at EPT Prague (474,510)

Tue, 12 Dec 2023 15:35:40 +0000

It took an extra session to crown the winner of the 2,200 Eureka High Roller at the 2023 PokerStars European Poker Tour Prague, but Poland’s Grzegorz Kozieja sprinted to the finish line on Day 3 to wrap up proceedings.

The professional poker player and coach overcame a 2:1 chip deficit as he defeated Safwane Bahri in heads-up play to capture the 474,510 up top along with the trophy.

However, any plans to commemorate the triumph will have to wait as Kozieja has hopped straight into Day 1b of the 5,300 Main Event in hopes of another bankroll boosting payday.

5 Big Hands from the Final Episode of Game of Gold - Maria Ho Claims Victory

Tue, 12 Dec 2023 02:35:40 +0000

On Friday, December 8, GGPokers hit show Poker After Dark: Game of Gold released its 12th and final episode.

In the finale, the final six players participated in one last sit-n-go playing 50-minute levels with the blinds at 10,000/20,000/20,000. Seats were chosen based on chip stacks, which in turn were based on the number of gold coins earned throughout the competition.

Here is how the final table stacked up:

Seat	Player	Big Blinds
1	Dan Cates	109 BB
2	Josh Arieh	220 BB
3	Fedor Holz	195 BB
4	Kyna England	81 BB
5	Yoh Viral	239 BB
6	Maria Ho	261 BB

The button was randomly drawn and ended up on Josh Arieh and action was soon underway, complete with Daniel Jungleman Cates in full leprechaun character.

Tamas Adamszki Captures His Second EPT Prague Trophy in the 50,000 Super High Roller

Mon, 11 Dec 2023 23:00:39 +0000

Tamas Adamszki set a goal for himself at the start of 2023 as he prepared to transition to playing more live poker tournaments: try to replicate the success he had online over a career that spanned more than a decade to the live arena.

He accomplished that in a big way today when the Hungarian emerged as the champion of the 50,000 Super High Roller at the PokerStars European Poker Tour Prague, defeating fellow Hungarian Laszlo Bujtas to earn 394,670 following a heads-up deal. The win is Adamszkis second one here in Prague after he won the 10,200 No-Limit Holdem event a few days ago, increasing his winnings from these two events to more than 500,000.

Alexander Tkatschew Tops the Record-Breaking 1,100 Eureka Main Event at EPT Prague (511,710)

Mon, 11 Dec 2023 21:35:46 +0000

Alexander Tkatschew has just conquered the record-breaking 4,403-player field in the 1,100 Eureka Main Event at the 2023 PokerStars European Poker Tour (EPT) Prague to earn 511,710 of the 4,226,880 prize pool.

Tkatschew is no stranger to victory, though, as he has just come off a first-place victory of $432,090 at EPT Cyprus, defeating 59 runners in the $25,000 No-limit Hold’em.

“It feels very good. They are very long days and a lot of fun,” said the newly crowned champion. “I like the structure and the field. It’s a very good tournament.”

WSOP Paradise Hands of the Week: Ryan Riess Bubbles & Aces Cracked By Quads... Twice!

Mon, 11 Dec 2023 21:35:40 +0000

During that time, our Live Reporting Team has captured some entertaining and game-changing hands, which we’ve decided to feature in our latest “Hands of the Week.”

WPT Prime Championship Prize Pool Cracks $10 Million

Mon, 11 Dec 2023 18:35:40 +0000

The World Poker Tour (WPT) Prime Championship, which began Dec. 7 at Wynn Las Vegas, had a lofty $5 million guaranteed prize pool, quite sizeable for just an $1,100 buy-in. But that guarantee turned out to be just a starting point.

When registration closed on Sunday’s Day 1d session, the field had reached 10,512 entrants, making it the largest field in live poker history outside the World Series of Poker (WSOP).

There Is Still A $30k Overlay In 888poker's KO Games Main Event!

Mon, 11 Dec 2023 18:00:40 +0000

Day 2 of the 888poker KO Games Main EventOverlay Edition begins today. The massive $200,000 guarantee still hasn’t been reached, making for a juicy overlay.

The $25 buy-in event is the main event of the KO Games. This is 888poker’s festival of knock-out tournaments.

With 7,454 entrants locked in over multiple Day 1 flights, at the time of writing, the prize pool would be just $171,442. As a result, the $200,000 guarantee makes for a juicy $28,558 in overlay.

Ben Wilinofsky Wins WSOP Paradise Event #8: Online Mystery Bounty PLO

Mon, 11 Dec 2023 10:00:40 +0000

The 2023 WSOP Paradise is in full swing now with three bracelets awarded, three bracelet events underway, and nine yet to start.

The latest bracelet to find its forever wrist went to Ben Wilinofsky of Canada for his victory in Event #8: Mystery Bounty Pot-Limit Omaha (Online). As well as pocketing $113,079 for his first-place finish, Wilinovsky also drew $26,300 in bounties for a win of $139,379.

The $2,200 buy in event attracted 668 entries for a prize pool of $1,336,000. Half of this cash went to the mystery bounty pool, half to the positional payouts.

Poseidon Hellmuth Makes Grand Entrance in WSOP Paradise Main Event

Mon, 11 Dec 2023 02:35:39 +0000

The World Series of Pokef (WSOP) Paradise $5,300 Main Event hosted Day 1b on Sunday, and a couple of levels before the dinner break the WSOPs most decorated player, 17-time bracelet winner Phil Hellmuth, made his entrance. As usual, he did so in grand style.

Hellmuth is no strange to making a spectacle whenever he enters a WSOP Main Event, a Vegas tradition hes continuing in the Bahamas. In past years, the Poker Brat has shown up as Julius Caesar, General Patton, a racecar driver, Gandalf from Lord of the Rings, and most recently at the 2023 WSOP as P.T. Barnum from The Greatest Showman, complete with a sidekick in Dan Jungleman Cates as a lion.

Alleged Home Burglar & EPT Champ Jordan Saccucci Removed from WSOP Paradise

Sun, 10 Dec 2023 22:35:39 +0000

Less than a week ago, poker player Jordan Saccucci, who won nearly $1 million for taking down the 2022 European Poker Tour (EPT) Prague Main Event, was arrested in Ontario, Canada in connection with a robbery spree that included more than 30 residential properties.

The 33-year-old is seemingly out on bond as he was spotted, and confirmed via a registration list, to be competing on Day 1b of the 2023 World Series of Poker (WSOP) Paradise Main Event.

Mike Leah, George Tomescu Among Latest Big Winners in WPT World Championship Festival

Sun, 10 Dec 2023 20:35:39 +0000

The $40 million guaranteed World Poker Tour (WPT) World Championship event hasn’t even begun, but there’s already been a number of big winners during the series at Wynn Las Vegas.

On Monday, the largest guaranteed prize pool in poker history kicks off, and everyone in the poker world is talking about it. But before looking ahead to that historic event, we look back to honor those who’ve performed at a high level, winning Wynn replica trophies over the past few days.

Get Ready for the Omaha Ultimate Cashback Promotion on 888poker (Dec 10-16)

Sun, 10 Dec 2023 10:35:39 +0000

888poker has consistently been at the forefront of delivering innovative and rewarding experiences to its players, and the latest addition to its arsenal of player-centric promotions is the Omaha Ultimate Cashback offer.

Tailored exclusively for enthusiasts of Omaha cash games and designed to infuse an extra dose of thrill and anticipation into your poker journey, this promotion presents an opportunity to walk away with tangible, cold, hard cash. Earn up to 100% cashback on your PLO play at 888poker from December 10-16.

I Didn't Even Plan to Come Here: Boris Kolev Wins 6-Handed Event at WSOP Paradise

Sun, 10 Dec 2023 05:00:39 +0000

The second and final day of Event #6: $3,000 No-Limit Holdem 6-Handed has come to an end at World Series of Poker Paradise and Boris Kolev has defeated Daniel Neilson in heads-up play for $424,500 and the WSOP gold bracelet.

The tournament drew 755 players for a prize pool of $2,265,000.

The top two were followed by Fabian Bernhauser in third and Mark Burford in fourth, while Cristian Nagaki and Jeremy Izquierdo rounded out the final table.

Ole Schemion Ends His Seven-Year Wait for EPT Glory

Sun, 10 Dec 2023 02:00:39 +0000

Seven years on from winning the 100,000 Super High Roller in Monte Carlo, Ole Schemion has finally ended his wait for another EPT title.

The 31-year-old, who now has over $19.5 million in live tournament earnings, topped the 27-entry field in the second 25,000 NL Hold’em tournament of the 2023 PokerStars European Poker Tour (EPT) Prague for 246,370.

He defeated Diego Zeiter in heads-up play to end his EPT trophy drought. Despite being the runner-up, Zeiter secured his best-ever payout in live poker and banked 158,800 for his efforts.

Erik Seidel Joins Exclusive 10-Bracelet Club, Wins WSOP Paradise Super High Roller ($1,704,400)

Sun, 10 Dec 2023 01:35:39 +0000

It’s a special day in The Bahamas as Poker Hall of Famer Erik Seidel won his tenth bracelet by taking down Event #7: $50,000 Super High Roller at 2023 World Series of Poker (WSOP) Paradise for $1,704,400, the biggest WSOP score of his illustrious career.

Seidel, whose first bracelet dates back more than three decades from a victory in Event #4: $2,500 Limit Hold’em in 1992 when the World Series was held at Binion’s Horseshoe, joins an elite club of players with ten bracelets that includes Phil Ivey, Johnny Chan and the lateDoyle Brunson. The only player with more bracelets is Phil Hellmuth with 17.

WSOP Paradise Main Event Winner to Take Home One-of-a-Kind Bracelet

Sun, 10 Dec 2023 00:35:39 +0000

The World Series of Poker (WSOP) Paradise$5,300 Main Event kicked off on Saturday at Atlantis Paradise Island in the Bahamas, and officials took the opportunity to reveal to players what theyll receive it theyre fortunate enough to finish as the last player standing.

In addition to a seven-figure payday, the winner will receive a new WSOP Paradise Main Event bracelet that is hand-crafted by Jostens and features an island spin on the classic WSOP Main Event bracelet. Custom made from 10-karat yellow gold, just like the summers trophy, the WSOP Paradise Main Event bracelet weighs nearly 95 grams and is hand-set with 494 genuine blue topaz round stones.

Which Golden Hunters on Global Poker Will Earn Mrs Frosty Avatars?

Sat, 09 Dec 2023 22:35:39 +0000

Global Poker is currently hosting its 25 Days of Poker series, which features an exciting tournament lineup, challenges and some surprises along the way.

The 25 Days of Poker series began on December 1 and is slated to run through the end of the money. There are daily spins and freerolls, in addition to the regular Gold Coins and Sweeps Coins tournament action. The series will culminate with two Main Events on Dec. 26 with GC 40,000,000 and SC 250,000 in guaranteed prizes, making them the biggest guaranteed Global Poker events of the year.

Martin Raus Takes Down WSOP Paradise Event #4: $1,000 Mini Main Event ($334,380)

Sat, 09 Dec 2023 20:35:47 +0000

The final day of Event #4: $1,000 Mini Main Event of the 2023 World Series of Poker Paradise ended Friday night at the Atlantis Resort in the beautiful Bahamas with Martin Raus standing alone to hoist the gold bracelet and the first-place prize of $334,380.

The event drew a massive field of 2,234 entries and created a staggering $2,234,000 total prize pool. When the day began, 23 hopefuls returned for the final day of play, all of whom had one goal in mind; to navigate their way to the winner’s circle and claim the most coveted prize in all of poker and to say that everyone came to play would be an understatement as the field reduced itself from 23 to the final table in just over two hours.

One Big Blind to Champ: Nikolaos Lampropoulos Wins WSOPP $25,000 High Roller PLO ($871,600)

Sat, 09 Dec 2023 20:35:38 +0000

The inaugural 2023 World Series of Poker (WSOP) Paradise at the five-star Atlantis Resort & Casino concluded one of the busiest days of the series so far. A trio of gold bracelet winners was crowned on Friday night and the last player to lift the hardware happened to be cash-game specialist Nikolaos Lampropoulos from Greece.

He did so in a rather remarkable fashion in Event #5: $25,000 High Roller PLO, which drew a field of 140 entries for a $3,500,000 prize pool. With 22 hopefuls still in the mix, Lampropoulos lost a big pot during the three-hour-long money bubble and was down to fewer than one full big blind. However, the Greek secured several double-ups and eventually came out on top of a short-lived heads-up duel with Dan Shak.

Samuel Mullur Wins WSOP Paradise $25K GGMillion$ High Rollers Championship ($2,726,300)

Sat, 09 Dec 2023 20:00:40 +0000

On the third and final day of play, Austrias Samuel Mullur won his first bracelet and $2,726,300 by conquering Event #3: $25,000 GGMillion$ High Rollers Championship at the 2023 World Series of Poker (WSOP) Paradise. Mullur defeated American actor Frank Brannan in heads-up play following a three-hour battle at Atlantis Resort in The Bahamas.

The high roller tournament drew a whopping 533 entries from two live starting flights and an online flight to create a prize pool of $13,325,000. 80 players advanced to the live felt on the second day in the money, and only eight returned to Day 3 with eyes on the bracelet.

Former Main Event Champs Kick Off WSOP Paradise Main Event; Hellmuth Coming?

Sat, 09 Dec 2023 19:35:39 +0000

On Saturday at Noon local time, the first-ever World Series of Poker (WSOP) Paradise$5,300 Main Event kicked off. Executive Director Ty Stewart was flanked by a half dozen former Main Event champions Daniel Weinman, Espen Jorstad, Koray Aldemir, Jamie Gold, Damian Salas, and Ryan Riess to officially get things underway in the flagship tournament.

The first starting flight included bracelet winners Jessica Teusl, Daniel Smiljkovic, Mark Ioli, Ami Barer, Alexandros Kolonias, Christian Roberts, and Alexandre Vuilleumier; as well as GGPoker Twitch Squad member Patrick Tardif, philanthropist Scott Wellenbach, and Phil Nagy.

Lisa Costello Takes Down WPT Ladies Championship at Wynn for $85,297

Sat, 09 Dec 2023 18:00:40 +0000

Friday’s focus at Wynn Las Vegas was on women in poker. More specifically, a special Ladies Meet-Up Game (MUG) in the morning followed by the final table of the World Poker Tour (WPT) Ladies Championship, which was live-streamed on YouTube.

In that ladies tournament, part of the WPT World Championship Festival, Lisa Costello was the last player standing out of 457 entrants, and it paid her $85,297.

Before the final table took place, WPT Global ambassador Jamie Kerstetter hosted a MUG inside the Wynn poker room exclusively for women. There were nine low-stakes cash games going and many prize drawings for some valuable prizes, including multiple $1,100 WPT Prime Championship seats.

Asian Poker Tour Hanoi Cancels Main Event Prior to Day 4 Start

Sat, 09 Dec 2023 03:35:40 +0000

The Asian Poker Tour (APT) canceled the rest of the series in Hanoi in the middle of its biggest event the Main Event on Day 4 deep into the money.

On Saturday morning in Hanoi, the APT’s X account announced the decision, giving no explanation as to why the event abruptly ended. But many have speculated the operators were under pressure from the government. The social media account disabled comments on the post, however.

Game of Gold Crowns Winner In Twist Filled Final Week

Sat, 09 Dec 2023 01:35:40 +0000

After four weeks of fantastic poker television, Game of Gold’s breakout first season has come to an end. The GGPoker-created series pitted sixteen poker pros and personalities against each other in a mix of team and individual poker-challenges.

The final week included a surprise format reveal for the third-round competition and an epic final table that crowned the ultimate winner of the $456,000 first prize.

But first up, the remaining survivors from round two had to play through their heads-up matches.

Teun Mulder Closes in on Top Spot of the Netherlands All-Time Money List

Sat, 09 Dec 2023 00:35:38 +0000

It’s been quite the 24-months for Teun Mulder, and the Dutch star has added to his burgeoning legacy after securing another win on the PokerStars European Poker Tour.

His latest triumph has come at EPT’s final stop of the year in Prague, a destination he’s tasted success in before. This time around, he topped the 15-entry field in the festival’s first 25,000 NL Hold’em event.

He defeated Lithuana’s Paulius Plausinaitis in heads-up play, while online crusher Niklas Astedt rounded out the top three places. The trio were the only players to make the money and shared slices of the 360,150 prize pool.

Garrett Adelstein Ready to Play Poker ASAP: Where Might He Play?

Fri, 08 Dec 2023 21:00:40 +0000

It’s been 435 days since Garrett Adelstein last appeared on a poker live-stream, and the Los Angeles high-stakes legend is nearing his return, according to a post on X. But where will he end up? Let’s take a look at some of the possibilities.

Adelstein, aka “G-Man,” is a longtime popular player and crusher on Live at the Bike and Hustler Casino Live. On Sept. 29, 2022, however, he left HCL in the middle of the session after coming to the conclusion that his opponent, Robbi Jade Lew cheated him out of a six-figure pot.

Mexican Pro Jacobo Montoya Seeking Another Score in WPT World Championship

Fri, 08 Dec 2023 15:35:39 +0000

Mexico’s Jacobo Montoya is no stranger to poker tournament success. In 2019, the poker pro took down the WCOOP Main Event for $688,588 to set a record for the biggest online score for a Mexican poker player.

Four years later, Montoya is ready for another big score after qualifying into the World Poker Tour (WPT) World Championship on ClubWPT. PokerNews caught up with Montoya to chat about his poker background and how he plans to get ready for the $40 million guaranteed event.

Does Audio Reveal that Mars Cheated in Private Poker Game?

Fri, 08 Dec 2023 00:00:40 +0000

PokerNews has obtained a phone conversation between Wesley Fei and the poker player he accused of cheating a private game out of millions, Tony Mars.

During the 17-minute chat (video below), the Hustler Casino Live regulars and former friends had a heated discussion, which included subtle threats of violence and Mars dancing around the idea that he cheated a Southern California private game out of more than $3 million.

This is the first of two audio clips we’ve obtained, and will release Part II this weekend, which includes additional juicy content.

Tamas Adamszki Denies the In-Form Michel Molenaar in 10,200 NL Hold'em at 2023 EPT Prague (117,150)

Thu, 07 Dec 2023 21:00:39 +0000

They say you always remember your first, so it’s very likely that Tamas Adamszki has just created a lifelong memory after picking up his maiden PokerStars spadie trophy at the 2023 European Poker Tour Prague.

The Hungarian online grinder, who’s been dipping his toe in the live sphere as of late, topped the 35-entry field in Event #4:10,200 NL Hold’em for 117,150.

He bested the Dutch rising star Michel Molenaar in heads-up play to seal the victory. Molenaar, who was looking for his third tournament victory of the year under the PokerStars umbrella, collected 76,400 for his admirable effort. Prior to the event, Molenaar had recorded $483,934 in live earnings over the last 12 months, marking the best period of his career.

Multiple Big Winners Already Crowned at WPT World Championship Festival

Thu, 07 Dec 2023 19:00:40 +0000

The second annual World Poker Tour (WPT) World Championship is off to a strong start with four players having captured Wynn replica trophies in the first week.

“Miami” John Cernuto, Martin Kozlov, Michael Rossitto, and Ian Bradley took down the first events at Wynn Las Vegas. The series, which includes the first ever $40 million guaranteed poker tournament, will run until Dec. 21 at the luxurious Las Vegas Strip casino.

Jin Hoon Lee Ships the 2023 WSOP Paradise Mystery Millions for $420,000!

Thu, 07 Dec 2023 14:00:41 +0000

The opening event of the first ever World Series of Poker Paradise has crowned a champion here at Atlantis Resort in beautiful Bahamas and while sharks swim in the ocean just a few hundred yards away, a different type of shark has stacked up every chip in the room to stand alone in Event #1: $1,500 Mystery Millions.

In a tournament that had a field size totaling 3,446 entries spread across five starting flights, Jin Hoon Lee has become the last man standing, securing his first WSOP bracelet and the $420,000 lion’s share of the $5,169,000 prize pool that the event created.

Jin Hoon Lee Ships the 2024 WSOP Paradise Mystery Millions for $420,000!

Thu, 07 Dec 2023 10:00:39 +0000

Big Names Turn Out for Mixed Game Festival VI; Ari Engel Wins Main Event for WPT Voyage

Wed, 06 Dec 2023 15:35:49 +0000

Last week, CardPlayer Lifestyle hosted their sixth Mixed Game Festival. The Mixed Game Festival VI at Resorts World consisted of five days of mixed game fun, which included cash games, giveaways, and more, before culminating with a $260 buy-in H.E.R.O.S. Main Event that attracted some pretty big poker names.

Among those to attend were PokerNews very own Connor Richards, Jon Sofen, and Chad Holloway, who each wrote a bit about their experience competing in the Mixed Game streets.

Become the King or Queen of the TigerGaming Winter Knockout Series

Wed, 06 Dec 2023 15:35:40 +0000

Many parts of the world may be freezing cold right now, but the action at TigerGaming is red hot thanks to the $700,000 Winter Knockout Series. Running until December 10, the Winter Knockout Series features over 60 progressive knockout (PKO) tournaments with buy-ins ranging from only $11 right up to $215, and everything else between those two extremes.

Although there is no Winter Knockout Series Main Event as such, there are plenty of tournaments with guarantees large enough to get grinders all hot and bothered. Each day, at 7:30 p.m. ET, TigerGaming runs a $55 buy-in event with a cool $30,000 guaranteed prize pool.

Knock Out Professional Fighter Dan Hardy in the 888poker KO Games Main Event Overlay Edition

Wed, 06 Dec 2023 14:35:39 +0000

Arguably the best value online poker tournament in recent memory, the 888poker KO Games Main Event Overlay Edition, is in full swing. The tournament has a $200,000 guaranteed prize pool despite only costing $25 to enter, hence the overlay in its title. As expected, the KO Games Main Event Overlay Edition is set for a juicy overlay, yet 888poker has decided to add even more value by placing a $109 bounty on the head of former professional fighter, Dan Hardy.

Details Released for PokerStars EPT Prague Stream Schedule & Mini EPT Online Series

Wed, 06 Dec 2023 13:35:37 +0000

The 2023 PokerStars European Poker Tour stop in Prague has officially kicked off with proceedings underway inside Hilton Prague. The 1,100 Eureka Main Event is the first event of the festival, and its opening Day 1 flight is in session.

Alongside a jam-packed itinerary, poker fans have plenty to look forward to over the next two weeks as PokerStars has shared its live-streaming plan as well as the schedule for the Mini EPT Prague Online series, which features $40,000 in added value.

Become a Bigger Part of the Action With MyStack by PokerNews

Wed, 06 Dec 2023 12:35:37 +0000

Have you heard about MyStack by PokerNews? It is a free-to-use tool built into the PokerNews website that puts you in control of your chip counts on our live reporting pages. MyStack directly connects you to PokerNews’ live reporting pages, making you an even bigger part of the action in the events you play.

PokerNews’ team of live reporters travels the length and breadth of our incredible planet, bringing you live updates and chip counts from the world’s most prestigious poker tournaments. In December 2023 alone, our team is providing coverage of the World Series of Poker Paradise, the PokerStars European Poker Tour Prague, and WPT World Championship at Wynn Las Vegas.

Grosvenor Casinos Unveils 2024 GUKPT and 25/50 Schedule

Wed, 06 Dec 2023 10:00:38 +0000

The 2023 Grosvenor UK Poker Tour (GUKPT) concluded over the weekend, with Paul Vas Nunes emerging victoriously from the 2,000 buy-in Grand Final Main Event for 140,000. Fans of the GUKPT do not get much respite before they are back in action because the first leg of the 2024 GUKPT, the 18th consecutive season the tour has run, shuffles up and deals on January 4.

The Grosvenor Victoria in London, affectionately known as The Vic, is where the 2024 GUKPT begins. After London, the popular tour heads north to Manchester at the start of February before ending the second month of the year in Coventry for the GUKPT Open.

thechronic99 Emerges Triumphant in the 888 KO Games Overlay Edition $162 Mystery Bounty

Wed, 06 Dec 2023 09:35:37 +0000

After a brief final table of eight that lasted just over an hour, Denmark’s “thechronic99” was the last player standing in Event #19: $162 Mystery Bounty at the 888poker KO Games Overlay Edition, defeating “ingeruRO14” in heads-up play to secure the victory and a total payday of $20,091.

Coming into the third and final day, Canadian “UGOTPOONCHED” led the field but ultimately fell in fourth place, whereas “thechronic99” started third in chips and managed to navigate their way to the top. “Zindane”, flying the flag for Cyprus, finished on the podium in third place, good for $8,886, including bounties, while the aforementioned “ingeruRO14” of Romania took second and $13,262.

WSOP Champ Daniel Weinman Takes 2nd in Circuit Event; Stephen Song Claims Two More Rings

Wed, 06 Dec 2023 05:00:37 +0000

Reigning world champion Daniel Weinman nearly won a World Series of Poker Circuit (WSOPC) ring playing in his first tournament since the WSOP Main Event.

The current Circuit series at Harrah’s Cherokee in North Carolina began on Nov. 23 and wrapped Dec. 4 with some big winners, including 2022 World Poker Tour (WPT) Prime Championship champion Stephen Song securing two rings within a week.

In total, 19 rings were handed out throughout the series.

UKs Callum Gordon Wins Way to WSOP Paradise Via GGPoker Freeroll

Tue, 05 Dec 2023 20:00:38 +0000

The World Series of Poker (WSOP) Paradise is a winter series held at the Atlantis Paradise Island in The Bahamas. The series is underway and runs from December 3-14. It will feature 15 bracelet events across different variants with over $51 million in guarantees. PokerNews is on hand to provide live coverage of the event, with photos, videos, and player interviews live from the tournament floor in The Bahamas.

For months, GGPoker has been busy qualifying players from all over the world via their Road To Paradise, which launched at the beginning of October. Each WSOP Paradise package came with entry into the prestigious $5,000 WSOP Paradise Main Event, scheduled to unfold amid the tropical splendor of Atlantis Paradise Island from December 9, offering an impressive $15 million in guaranteed prizes. But that’s not all; winners will also savor a 10-night stay at the luxurious Atlantis Paradise Island resort, celebrated for its lavish amenities and awe-inspiring ocean vistas.

Accused Private Poker Game Cheater: I Didn't Bring Any Cards Anywhere

Tue, 05 Dec 2023 19:00:35 +0000

One day after being accused of cheating a California home game out of millions, Tony Mars issued a statement to PokerNews denying the allegations.

Wesley Fei and Nikhil “Nik Airball” Arcot, both Hustler Casino Live regulars, claim that Mars, who also plays on HCL, brought a special UV-marked deck that allowed him to decipher face-down cards.

The alleged scandal occurred in a game at a private residence in Yorba Linda, California, a community in Orange County.

Maria Ho Dominates As Game of Gold Becomes A Fight For Survival

Tue, 05 Dec 2023 15:35:40 +0000

Game of Gold’s third week saw one team seal their winning spot in round two, while another pair of teams battled on the brink of elimination.

The lightning strike of a show continues to generate drama on and off the set as the players compete for a $456,000 first place prize in a series of poker themed team challenges.

The increased stakes seemed to have actually calmed the villain from Week TwoDaniel “Jungleman” Cateswho mostly just chatted and napped this time around. Meanwhile, as he got closer to elimination, the tension started to bring out other players’ true colors as teammates Charlie Carrel and David Williams fought in the green room.

WSOP Paradise Kicks Off Massive Month of Live Poker; EPT Prague and WPTWC Still to Come

Tue, 05 Dec 2023 12:35:36 +0000

Move over November Nine, this year it’s all about the December Three.

The World Series of Poker (WSOP), European Poker Tour (EPT) and World Poker Tour (WPT) all host major events this month, and all will be vying for the attention and buy-ins of players from around the world.

PokerNews will be at all three, bringing you all the latest news, updates, drama and more as the festivals crown their champions, but here we take a closer look at what sets the three apart.

WSOP Paradise Crowns First Champion as Allan Mello Wins Event #2: $1,500 Millionaire Maker

Tue, 05 Dec 2023 11:35:35 +0000

It took over 15 and a half hours of play, but Brazil’s Allan Mello won his first bracelet and $1,000,000 by taking down Event #2: $1,500 Millionaire Maker at 2023 World Series of Poker (WSOP) Paradise in The Bahamas. The Brazilian defeated Ukraine’s Nazar Buhaiov after a heads-up exchange that saw the two trading leads back and forth for several hours before Mello picked off a bluff to come out on top.

Redemption For Paul Vas Nunes in the 2023 GUKPT Grand Final

Tue, 05 Dec 2023 08:35:32 +0000

Nine years ago, Paul Vas Nunes almost became the 2014 Grosvenor UK Poker Tour (GUKPT) Grand Final champion. The Londoner navigated his way through most of the 212-strong field, and found himself heads up against a certain Charlie Carrel, who was a relative unknown quantity back then. Carrel defeated Vas Nunes heads-up and clinched his first major live title, leaving Van Nunes to collect a 94,775 consolation prize.

Fastforward to 2023, and Vas Nunes has come out on top in the 1,800 buy-in GUKPT Grand Final Main Event, leaving 324 opponents in his wake on his way to collecting 140,000.

Texas Poker Community Mourns Loss of Empire Poker's Edward Garcia at Age 37

Mon, 04 Dec 2023 21:00:33 +0000

On November 27, the Texas poker community lost valued member Edward Garcia, one of the primary operators at the Empire Poker Club.

Born September 29, 1986, Garcia was well-known in Houston poker circles. At the end of November, the Empire Poker Club took a moment to offer a toast in remembrance.

He was the GM basically, but he was the literal definitely of selfless, Matt James said of Garcia. Always put everyone else that worked there ahead of himself. Just an all-around great guy and H-Town poker legend.

Hands of the Week: Briski Runs Pure to Win WPT Seminole RRPO

Mon, 04 Dec 2023 19:35:32 +0000

The World Poker Tour (WPT) recently stopped at Seminole Hard Rock Hollywood for the Rock n Roll Poker Open on the road to the WPT World Championship at Wynn Las Vegas later this month.

The tournament drew 1,447 entries who fought for the lions share of the $4,630,400 prize pool, and Istvan Briski took the top prize of $647,300 and added his name to the Mike Sexton Cup.

For this edition of Hands of the Week, we look back at some of the top clashes from the $3,500 Main Event at Seminole Hard Rock Hollywood.

Redemption For Paul Vas Nunes in the 2024 GUKPT Grand Final

Mon, 04 Dec 2023 15:00:36 +0000

Ten years ago, Paul Vas Nunes almost became the 2014 Grosvenor UK Poker Tour (GUKPT) Grand Final champion. The Londoner navigated his way through most of the 212-strong field, and found himself heads up against a certain Charlie Carrel, who was a relative unknown quantity back then. Carrel defeated Vas Nunes heads-up and clinched his first major live title, leaving Van Nunes to collect a 94,775 consolation prize.

Fastforward to 2024, and Vas Nunes has come out on top in the 1,800 buy-in GUKPT Grand Final Main Event, leaving 324 opponents in his wake on his way to collecting 140,000.

Online Qualifier Dwayne Sluis Wins 2023 Unibet Open Bucharest Main Event (65,830)

Mon, 04 Dec 2023 09:00:41 +0000

The 2023 Unibet Open Bucharest 1,100 Main Event came to an end on Sunday, December 3, at the JW Marriott Bucharest Grand Hotel.

Nine players out of 360 entrants were back on Day 3 for the final table. And after a bit more than seven hours of “stressful play” on a “tough table”, Dwayne Sluis was crowned as the champion. The Dutch player defeated Ivan Alin Constantin in heads-up play to win the Unibet Open trophy and 65,830.

For me it was easy, - Dmitry Yurasov Cruises to Merit Poker Gangster Series $3,300 Main Event Title ($295,500)

Mon, 04 Dec 2023 09:00:34 +0000

The final hand has been dealt in the 2023 Merit Poker Gangster Series $3,300 Main Event here at the Crystal Cove Hotel and Casino. It took just over ten hours for a winner to be crowned from 21 hopefuls who made it to the final day. Russias Dmitry Yurasov emerged as the last man standing when all was said and done, outlasting a total field of 566 entrants and last defeating fellow Russian Dmitry Gromov heads up to take home the title and top prize of $295,500.

Wesley, Airball Accuse HCL Foe Mars of Cheating Private Poker Games Out of Millions

Mon, 04 Dec 2023 00:00:33 +0000

Two Hustler Casino Live regulars Nikhil “Nik Airball” Arcot and Wesley Fei have accused their peer, a player who goes by the name “Mars,” of cheating a Southern California private game out of millions of dollars.

“Wes Side” Wesley shared details of the alleged scandal with PokerNews, including text screenshots. Before getting into the meat of the scandal, Mars allegedly brought his own special deck to a private game in Yorba Linda, California that he could see through, presumably with the help of special contact lenses. He supposedly won approximately $3 million in the game over the course of about a year.

Phil Ivey & Gus Hansen Drop Down to Low-Stakes Poker (For One Day)

Sun, 03 Dec 2023 21:00:33 +0000

Phil Ivey and Gus Hansen confirmed busto?

No, that isn’t why the poker legends were spotted competing among the low-stakes crowd at Wynn Las Vegas on Friday morning. They were in attendance chatting it up with poker fans for a fun and relaxing World Poker Tour (WPT) Premier Meet-up Game (MUG), along with several other prominent poker pros.

The session began at 9 a.m. local time on the Strip, and the 28-table card room was immediately packed full of MUG games, and dozens more were on a wait list. Poker players from all around the world came by to chase some “Bradley Dollars,” (Brad Owen), scoop a pot against Ethan “Rampage” Yau or Poker Hall of Famers Linda Johnson and Todd Brunson.

ClubWPT Qualifier Luis Gutierrez Ready to Take on WPT World Championship

Sun, 03 Dec 2023 20:35:32 +0000

With 25 years of experience playing poker, California’sLuis “LaParka” Gutierrez feels ready to take on the pros in the World Poker Tour (WPT) World Championship at Wynn Las Vegas after winning a $12,500 WPT World Championship Passport on ClubWPT.

PokerNews caught up with the information systems analyst and poker enthusiast to learn about his poker background and how he is getting ready for the record-breaking $40 million guaranteed event.

Here’s a look as some other ClubWPT qualifiers we’ve profile:

Brazil's Ivan Ost Mystery Bounties His Way to WSOP Paradise on GGPoker

Sun, 03 Dec 2023 16:35:33 +0000

The World Series of Poker (WSOP) Paradise is a winter series held at the Atlantis Paradise Island in The Bahamas. The series kicked off today and runs from December 3-14. It will feature 15 bracelet events across different variants with over $51 million in guarantees. PokerNews is on hand to provide live coverage of the event, with photos, videos, and player interviews live from the tournament floor in The Bahamas.

WSOP Paradise to Be First Live Event for GGPoker Qualifier Aurel Cotos

Sun, 03 Dec 2023 00:35:31 +0000

The World Series of Poker (WSOP) Paradise is a winter series held at the Atlantis Paradise Island in The Bahamas. The series runs from December 3-14 and will feature 15 bracelet events across different variants with over $51 million in guarantees. PokerNews will be on hand to provide live coverage of the event, with photos, videos, and player interviews live from the tournament floor in The Bahamas.

Most Epic Pots from the Historic 24-Hour Hustler Casino Live Poker Stream

Sat, 02 Dec 2023 22:00:35 +0000

Hustler Casino Live made history Friday, and into Saturday afternoon, by completing the first ever 24-hour poker live-stream.

The show began just after 1 p.m. PT Friday and wrapped at around the same time the following day. During the hundreds of hands played, there were numerous six-figure pots and one player Santhosh Suvarna lost over $1 million. Poker fans were also treated to the return of popular high roller Alan Keating, who had his usual roller coaster poker session.

Johnnyhaha Riesterer Wins Seat Into WPT World Championship In Las Vegas

Sat, 02 Dec 2023 17:35:33 +0000

Wisconsin’sJohn “Johnnyhaha” Riesterer likes to laugh, and he also likes to play poker. Later this year, Riesterer will take his shot in the $40 million guaranteed $40 million guaranteed World Poker Tour (WPT) World Championship after winning a $12,500 WPT World Championship Passport on ClubWPT.

PokerNews caught up with the retired real estate broker to learn how he got his nickname, got into poker and his path to winning a seat in the championship event.

Canada's Slava Royale Hopes to Buy Porsche 911 Turbo After WSOP Paradise

Fri, 01 Dec 2023 21:35:33 +0000

Poker Streamer Jonathan Van Fleet AKA apestyles Joins WPT Global

Fri, 01 Dec 2023 17:35:32 +0000

Online poker room WPT Global has just made a huge signing for their ambassador team. The latest poker superstar to be added to their ranks is none other than Jonathan Van Fleet, aka “apestyles”.

The Twitch poker phenom joins up with the likes of Brad Owen, Andrew Neeme, Ethan “Rampage” Yau and Phil Ivey as part of the ambassador team.

To get the newly forged relationship off to a flying start, WPT Global is giving away some tournament tickets. All you need to do is follow the instructions in the tweet below the perfect way to kickstart your weekend grind on the platform.

Global Poker Celebrating Holidays w/ 25 Days Of Poker Series

Fri, 01 Dec 2023 17:00:34 +0000

Global Poker is closing out the year on a strong note with a 25 Days of Poker series that will feature an exciting tournament lineup, challenges and some surprises along the way.

The 25 Days of Poker series will run Dec. 1-31 and will feature daily spins and freerolls, in addition to the regular Gold Coins and Sweeps Coins tournament action. The series will culminate with two Main Events on Dec. 26 with GC 40,000,000 and SC 250,000 in guaranteed prizes, making them the biggest guaranteed Global Poker events of the year.

Gross River Card in $500k Pot on Hustler Casino Live Sends 'Jungleman' to the Bank

Fri, 01 Dec 2023 05:00:32 +0000

Thursday night’s Hustler Casino Live stream has brought in over 20,000 concurrent viewers thanks in large part to hands such as the one you’re about to witness involving Dan “Jungleman” Cates.

The $200/$400/$400 game with a $100,000 minimum buy-in began at 5 p.m. PT at Hustler Casino in Los Angeles. By 8:00, the two-time World Series of Poker (WSOP) bracelet winner was down a quarter million, mostly because of one brutal river card.