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First Two Ring Winners Crowned at the 2024 WSOP Circuit UK

Wed, 20 Mar 2024 16:01:02 +0000

The first two of 11 World Series of Poker Circuit rings have been awarded at the 2024 WSOP Circuit UK at Dusk Till Dawn in Nottingham. Peggy Crawford took down the £230 Ladies Event, with Andrew Maskell crowned the £340 Colossus champion.

The festival concludes on March 24, and there are another nine gold rings waiting to be won, making for a busy few days at the home of British poker, Dusk Till Dawn.

Are You Ready to Drop Everything This May? The 2024 PokerStars SCOOP Kicks Off May 5

Mon, 18 Mar 2024 14:36:33 +0000

It is almost that time of year again when online poker tournament grinders flock to PokerStars in an attempt to boost their bankrolls with massive prizes. We are, of course, talking about the Spring Championship Of Online Poker (SCOOP). Although PokerStars is still finalizing the 2024 SCOOP schedule, PokerNews has learned that the latest edition of SCOOP runs for 25 days betweenMay 5-29, so keep those dates free in your diary.

Soheb Porbandarwala Wins 12th Circuit Ring in WSOP Hammond Main Event

Thu, 14 Mar 2024 00:01:01 +0000

Connecticut’s Soheb Porbandarwala won his twelfth World Series of Poker Circuit (WSOPC) Ring this week as he took down the $1,700 buy-in WSOPC Hammon Main Event for $257,725.

The WSOP Hammond stop in the Chicago area ran Feb. 29-March 11 and consisted of more than a dozen Ring events that generated $4.1 million in prize pools, including a $400 opening event with five starting flights and a $2,200 High Roller to help close things out.

Join PokerNews For Some Poker Fun in the Sun at the Merit Poker Carmen Series

Wed, 06 Mar 2024 16:36:07 +0000

The five-star, all-inclusive Merit Crystal Cove Hotel & Casino in Kyrenia, Cyprus, is gearing up to host another action-packed poker festival, the Merit Poker Carmen Series. Running from March 18-31, the Merit Poker Carmen Series schedule features over 60 tournaments and satellites, with each boasting a guarantee.

PokerNews’ live reporting team is heading to sunny Cyprus to bring you live and exclusive coverage from three of the Merit Poker Carmen Series’ biggest events.

Inside Gaming: PartyPoker Up For Sale, and 888poker Leaving the US?

Wed, 06 Mar 2024 15:35:53 +0000

PartyPoker could soon be under new ownership if rumors circulating are true. Several sources have contacted gambling newsletter Earnings+More claiming the former number one online poker site is deemed surplus to requirements by parent company Entain.

It is not all sunshine and rainbows at Entain right now, with the gambling giant on the hook for a £615 million settlement following an HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) investigation that started in 2019. The HMRC and the Crown Prosecution Service pursued Entain, which was named GVC Holdings at the time, claiming it failed to prevent bribery at its former Turkey subsidiary between July 2011 and December 2017. Entain agreed to pay £615 million over four years in exchange for settling the case.

Mixed Game Festival VII Draws Bracelet Winners; John Rozance Wins NAPT Package

Wed, 06 Mar 2024 00:35:45 +0000

The poker room at Resorts World Las Vegas once again transformed into a mixed game oasis this past week as Cardplayer Lifestyle hosted its seventh Mixed Game Festival from Feb. 25-29.

The Mixed Game Festival VII featured everything from a pizza party and trivia challenge to a Women’s Wednesday and a $300 H.E.R.O.S. tournament that awarded a $3,000 PokerStars North American Poker Tour (NAPT) package to the winner.

PokerNews’ own Chad Holloway, Matt Hansen and Connor Richards were in the mix over at Resorts World and got a glance of the popular poker festival that has drawn players from around the world. Here’s a look at some of the highlights.

WSOP Main Event Finalist Nick Marchington Wins the Grosvenor UK Open Main Event

Mon, 04 Mar 2024 12:00:44 +0000

Nick Marchington captured his first recorded live poker tournament victory by taking down the 1,500 buy-in Grosvenor UK Open Main Event in Coventry for an impressive 146,560. Marchington outlasted 619 opponents en route to collecting the second-largest score of his poker career.

Marchington is a cash game specialist who successfully dabbles with tournament poker. The British star is best known for a seventh-place finish in the 2019 World Series of Poker (WSOP) Main Event, a fine result that bagged him $1,525,000. Marchington came close to his maiden live victory in November 2019 but fell at the final hurdle in the $1,100 Last Chance Turbo at the PartyPoker MILLIONS World Bahamas. He now has got the proverbial monkey off his back.

A Crucial Read Puts Torelli in Commanding Position in 2023 WSOP Main Event Day 4

Wed, 28 Feb 2024 19:39:49 +0000

Were back in action on Day 4 of the World Series of Poker (WSOP) Main Event with another Hand of the Day breakdown. For those new to the series, here are the earlier installments of the series:

Its midway through Day 4, the money bubble just burst, and were guaranteed $25,000 in prize money for our effort thus far. Its no small sum, of course, but as any poker player can attest, its as much of a disappointment as it is a success. Lets be real, you dont sign up for the Main Event to min-cash.

11 Chances to Win a WSOP Circuit Ring at Dusk Till Dawn In March

Mon, 26 Feb 2024 15:36:38 +0000

The 2024 World Series of Poker (WSOP) is still three months away, but you dont have to wait until May 28 to play a WSOP event thanks to the WSOP Circuit heading to Dusk Till Dawn in Nottingham, United Kingdom. Although no WSOP bracelets are up for grabs, 11 gold WSOP Circuit rings are, and with buy-ins starting at only 230, competing for a ring is more affordable that you may have initially thought.

The Muck: What Does the Poker Community Like and Dislike About the 2024 WSOP Schedule?

Sun, 25 Feb 2024 16:36:38 +0000

The eagerly anticipated 2024 World Series of Poker (WSOP) schedule released last week, and the most prominent reaction to it on social media has been positive thanks in large part to some of the new exciting tournaments.

Here at PokerNews we’re stoked to introduce the first ever $600 PokerNews Deepstack Championship No-Limit Hold’em WSOP event, which kicks off June 25 at Horseshoe and Paris Las Vegas. But we aren’t the only ones who are intrigued.

Two Rising Poker Players With Competing Styles Face Off In High-Stakes Crossbook

Fri, 23 Feb 2024 01:36:29 +0000

In the wake of excitement over the release of the 2024 World Series of Poker (WSOP)summer schedule, there’s a looming poker match-up that has garnered the most excitement of all.

Poker prodigies Landon Tice and Jeremy Becker agreed to a 100% crossbook in at least 25 mutually played events over the summer a bet brought together by none other than Daniel Negreanu meaning that a hot summer for one of the young grinders could mean disaster for the other and their supporters.

Want to join the PokerNews Team for the 2024 WSOP in Las Vegas? Find Out How!

Mon, 19 Feb 2024 10:36:29 +0000

If you have a passion for poker, a knack for writing, and have always wanted to get closer to the action, PokerNews wants you to join our team of live reporters for the 2024 World Series of Poker (May 28-July 17) and beyond.

What does a PokerNews Live Reporter do?

Our live reporters travel the globe to bring fans live coverage of pokers biggest events. The PokerNews team is the exclusive live reporting partner of the WSOP and an official live reporting partner for PokerStars and other major events around the world.

Daniel Negreanu Plans a Lighter WSOP Schedule, More Time for Rest

Sat, 17 Feb 2024 01:01:25 +0000

In line with his 2024 tournament plans, Daniel Negreanu revealed his summer schedule, and he’s leaving himself with more days off than in recent years.

Following two years of significant losses at the World Series of Poker (WSOP) totaling a combined nearly $2 million, the GGPoker ambassador plans to lighten the load this year. On Friday, the 2024 WSOP schedule, which includes 99 gold bracelet events, was released to the poker community’s delight.

Bomb Pot Event, PLO Mystery Bounty & Other New Events On the 2024 WSOP Schedule

Fri, 16 Feb 2024 16:37:25 +0000

One of the most exciting days of the year for poker players is upon us as the World Series of Poker (WSOP)released the schedule for the summer festival. The 2024 WSOP schedule reveals a handful of new events that are sure to get players even more excited.

From a Bomb Pot tournament to the first-ever PokerNews-sponsored bracelet event, here is a look at some of the most eye-catching new additions to the WSOP schedule.

The 2024 WSOP Official Tournament Schedule

Fri, 16 Feb 2024 16:36:57 +0000

It seems like a lifetime ago that we watched Daniel Weinman defeat Steven Jones heads-up in the record-breaking 2023 World Series of Poker (WSOP) Main Event and become poker’s world champion.

In reality, a little over 200 days have passed since that iconic moment, but 200 days is plenty long enough to sit around waiting for the 2024 WSOP schedule. Thankfully, the arduous wait is finally over, and PokerNews is delighted to unveil the full schedule for the 2024 WSOP in Las Vegas.

Who Will Be Crowned the 2024 GUKPT Open Main Event Champion?

Fri, 16 Feb 2024 14:36:25 +0000

The 2024 Grosvenor UK Poker Tour (GUKPT) is in full swing, with two of 12 planned stops already in the history books. Luke Porter emerged victoriously from the London Main Event in January, and Vincent Melitriumphed in Manchester on February 11. A short turnaround means the third leg of the 2024 GUKPT, the Grosvenor UK Poker Open, is right around the corner.

The Grosvenor UK Poker Open runs from February 18 through March 3 at the Grosvenor G Casino, Coventry. Cash Out satellites dominate the first couple of days, with the first “proper” tournament shuffling up and dealing at 4:00 p.m. GMT on February 23.

888Ride: Ben Lamb Wants to Get High Stakes Golf Show Up & Running

Sat, 10 Feb 2024 18:36:45 +0000

888poker has treated poker fans yet again with another excellent episode of their YouTube show 888Ride. The poker player in the passenger seat for the latest installment is 2011 WSOP Player of the Year Ben Lamb.

Despite boasting an impressive poker resume with two WSOP Bracelets and two Main Event final tables, Lamb now prefers to maintain a relatively low profile. He shared that he’s limited his poker play to a modest 50-60 days per year while spotlighting the $50,000 buy-in PLO event at the WSOP.

Mike Holtz Wins WSOP.com NV/NJ Player of the Year; Zach Gruneberg Takes PA Title

Tue, 09 Jan 2024 20:35:40 +0000

Although he knew it would happen by the summer, Mike “BrockLesnar” Holtz officially secured the WSOP.com Player of the Year award in Nevada/New Jersey at the end of December.

The same online poker award in Pennsylvania went to Zach “CaptainLevi” Gruneberg. Both players have something in common beyond their online prowess they’re also skilled live poker tournament players.

Nevada Online Poker Legend Does it Again

Holtz, who won the award in 2021, has been crushing it on WSOP.com Nevada for quite a few years now. If you play in the multi-table tournaments (MTTs) regularly, you’ll frequently see his screen name, “BrockLesnar,” among those who reached the money.

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.

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.

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.

Alec Torelli on Using Live Reads on Day 3 of the WSOP Main Event

Sun, 10 Dec 2023 17:36:52 +0000

This is the third article in this series where I break down a key hand from each day of my eight-day 2023 World Series of Poker (WSOP) Main Event run. You can read about Day 1 here and Day 2 here.

Also, Ive created video breakdowns of key hands I played, which you can get access free here.

I began Day 3 with just over 200,000 chips, but have already worked my way up to over 350,000 during the first level with a well-timed bluff and by picking up a few solid hands.

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.

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

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.

Poker Vloggers You Should Know and Watch

Wed, 29 Nov 2023 11:00:41 +0000

In the ever-evolving realm of poker entertainment, a new breed of storytellers has emerged, capturing the highs, lows, and heart-stopping moments that unfold at the green-felt battlegrounds. Enter the world of poker vlogging, where the clinking of chips and the shuffling of cards provide the soundtrack to compelling narratives told by individuals who live and breathe the game.

This article serves as your guide to the vibrant and diverse community of poker vloggers, shedding light on the personalities who have mastered the game’s art and become captivating storytellers in their own right. Whether you’re a seasoned poker aficionado or a casual observer curious about the inner workings of the poker world, these are the faces you should probably know and the vlogs you definitely should be watching. So, buckle up as we explore the dynamic landscape of poker vlogging, introducing you to the players who have reshaped the narrative of poker content creation.

Ontario Player Matthew Silva Wins WSOP Paradise Package on GGPoker

Sat, 25 Nov 2023 21:35:33 +0000

The World Series of Poker (WSOP) is headed to the Bahamas on December 3 for the WSOP Paradise. In the run-up to the event, PokerNews has been checking in with some of the players who have won their way into the event online.

Matthew Silva joins several other Ontario poker players including Dana Karlson and Matthew Aquino who have won their way to the WSOP through GGPoker’s Road To Paradise promotion.

Dana Karlson Wins WSOP Paradise Package After Years Away From Poker

Sat, 25 Nov 2023 02:35:35 +0000

As the World Series of Poker (WSOP) Paradise in the Bahamas draws ever closer, PokerNews has been checking in with some of the players who have won their way into the event online.

Ontario-based poker player Dana Karlson is one such player who won their way into the event by playing the Road To Paradise on GGPoker.

PokerNews caught up with Karlson to talk about how he won his WSOP ticket and what he plans to do if he wins one of the fourteen $1,000,000-plus guaranteed events.

Here Are the Celebrities & Poker Pros Confirmed to Attend WSOP Paradise

Wed, 22 Nov 2023 09:00:34 +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.

GGPoker Ambassador Daniel Negreanu is confirmed to attend the event and recently spoke with PokerNews about his plans in The Bahamas. Meanwhile, legendary WSOP commentary duo Lon McEachern and Norman Chad have already ventured to the Atlantis to film instructional videos to help attendees learn everything they need to know when on-site for the WSOP Paradise.

Negreanu Shares WSOP Paradise Plans; Which of His Poker Friends Will Be There?

Sun, 19 Nov 2023 00:35:37 +0000

In the meantime, 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 comes 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.

Ontarian Engineer Matthew Aquino Wins WSOP Paradise Ticket on GGPoker

Sat, 18 Nov 2023 07:35:37 +0000

The World Series of Poker (WSOP) Paradise in the Bahamas is just a few weeks out now and online qualifiers are cropping up all over the globe. Ontario player Matthew Aquino is among those Road To Paradise winners who are eyeing up the prize pool and the hotel pool after winning a WSOP package.

Aquino joins several other players who won their seats in the main event and accommodation at the Atlantis Hotel on GGPoker.

Poker Vlogger Eric Tsai Leads the Final Table of the WSOP Europe Main Event

Wed, 15 Nov 2023 11:35:35 +0000

Eric Tsai has been followed around all week by a cameraman documenting his run at the 2023 World Series of Poker Europe. He put on a cinematic masterpiece that saw the Taiwanese poker ambassador take the chip lead into the final table of the WSOP Europe Main Event.

Tsai was on the right side of a flurry of eliminations, including the last one of the night when he busted Yulian Bogdanov in ninth place, to end up with 23,650,000 and in pole position to bring the Main Event gold bracelet back to Asia.

WSOP Paradise Parlay Gives Players Shot at $100K in Bahamas; Player Reactions

Tue, 14 Nov 2023 18:00:34 +0000

On Monday, WSOP officials announced the WSOP Paradise Parlay by GGPoker, which is a chance for players that cashed in the 2023 WSOP to parlay their summer success into additional cash during 2023 WSOP Paradise.

Tom Hall outlasts 10,005 Opponents to Win the PokerStars Sunday Million

Tue, 14 Nov 2023 13:00:43 +0000

British star Tom “Jabracada” Hall pushed his recorded online poker tournament winnings towards $5.6 million after taking down the latest edition of the PokerStars Sunday Million. Some 10,006 players bought in for $109 and created a $1,000,600 prize, with Hall walking away with $82,079 of that princely sum, with bounty payments included.

With bounties included, none of the nine PokerStars players who navigated their way to the final table could win less than $9,640. That is the sum now nestled in the account of Kazakhstan’s “p1amor,” the ninth-place finisher.

5 Fun Non-Poker Activities in the Bahamas During WSOP Paradise

Sun, 05 Nov 2023 00:00:00 +0000

While the main focus of the WSOP Paradise series in December will be on chasing gold bracelets, there are plenty of activities and sights worth checking out in the Bahamas after busting out of a tournament.

The World Series of Poker (WSOP) is hosting its first bracelet series ever in the Bahamas from Dec. 3-14, and it includes 15 tournaments and $50 million in guaranteed prize pools, including the $15 million guaranteed Main Event (Dec. 9).

Alec Torelli Rivered the Nuts on Day 2 of WSOP But Needed to Decide What to Bet