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Full Return Percentages in Our Poker Rooms with Rake Races

November 10, 2011 at 3:46 PM |

This analysis has been written for those of our players who care about having good return percentages. As many players cannot estimate the expectable rakeback percentages when looking at a rake race, we have made an exact analysis using the results of previous months.

Poker Tournaments

WSOP Main Event - Pius Heinz Wins, Takes Home $8,7 Million

November 9, 2011 at 3:06 PM |

Pius Heinz, to first German player in the history of the WSOP won the 2011 World Series of Poker Main Event. He defeated the Czech Martin Staszko for the amazing $8,711,956 main prize, and of course the WSOP bracelet.

Poker Rooms

World Record Attempt: PokerStars to Organise the Biggest Tournament Ever

November 8, 2011 at 3:50 PM |

PokerStars aims to organise the biggest online poker tournament ever, with 150,000 players expected at the tables.

Poker Tournaments

WSOP Main Event - Heinz, Lamb and Staszko to Battle for the Bracelet

November 7, 2011 at 5:26 PM |

The day has finally arrived; the WSOP November Nine got underway yesterday. Pius Heinz, Ben Lamb and Martin Staszko made it to the final three, who will face each other on Tuesday in the Grand Finale of the WSOP 2011.

Online Poker

Questionable Method to Win PokerStars’ 70 Billionth Hand Promotion

November 4, 2011 at 3:32 PM |

’Koenigskebap’ won the 70 billionth hand at PokerStars for $73,000 as part of the room’s “Road to 100 Billion” promotion. His success, however, is disputed on the basis of the hand history of the table leading up to the milestone hand.

Poker Players

New High Stakes Scam – Max Ashkar Wins $2 Million With Fraud?

November 4, 2011 at 1:56 PM |

2011 does indeed seem to be the year of online poker scams; add Max ’mexx86’ Ashkar to the list, who is accused of using a Trojan virus to win over $2 million in total.

Poker Rooms

PokerStars Celebrates 10 Years with $10M Sunday Million and More

November 4, 2011 at 12:51 PM |

PokerStars celebrates its 10th birthday this year, giving out gargantuan prizes in the process: they are organising a $10M Sunday Million as well as giving away 100 PCA packages worth $15,000 each.

Poker Rooms

Groupe Tapie and the Department of Justice Come to an Agreement

November 3, 2011 at 2:22 PM |

Groupe Bernard Tapie and the Department of Justice (DoJ) have finished the ongoing trials with success and the only steps left are the clarification of certain minor issues and the vote of the shareholders in order for the agreement to come into effect.

Hold'em Manager 2 is Out Now

November 2, 2011 at 5:18 PM |

The brand new version of the most popular poker software suite, Hold'em Manager is out today, you can now purchase it online. If you already have Hold'em Manager 1, you are eligible for an upgrade at a discount price.

Poker Rooms

Groupe Bernard Tapie Settles With DoJ, FTP Sale Pending

November 2, 2011 at 12:32 PM |

After a long and tirening wait, finally here's some good news for the FTP players out there. Groupe Bernard Tapie and the US Department of Justice reported that they struck a deal, allowing FTP's acquisition to continue.

Online Poker

Bwin.Party Aims at the USA

November 1, 2011 at 7:23 PM |

Bwin.Party has come to an agreement with MGM Resorts International and Boyd Gaming. It is only a regulation that is missing for them to be able to hit the US market.

Poker Rake Races

Betfair Exclusive $5,000 Cash Race in November

November 1, 2011 at 4:40 PM |

In November, there is $5,000 up for grabs at Betfair in the exclusive Rakerace.com cash race, available only for those registering to the room via our link. The first prize is $1,500! In addition to the cash race, players are also eligible for the first deposit bonus and the room’s central promotion.

Poker Rake Races

MyBet Poker Exclusive $5,000 Cash Race – 1 – 30 November

October 29, 2011 at 5:59 PM |

The latest addition to Rakerace.com’s partners at iPoker, MyBet Poker offers a $5,000 exclusive cash race in November for those registering to the room via our website. In addition to the race, an excellent first deposit bonus and the room’s VIP membership are also open for players.

Poker Rake Races

Paradise Poker Exclusive €3,000 Rake Race in November

October 28, 2011 at 6:19 PM |

In November, you can participate in a €3,000 exclusive Rakerace.com promotion at our partner, Paradise Poker. The race is available only for those registering to Paradise Poker via our link. The first prize is €900! In addition to the rake race, players are also eligible to participate in the three outsanding central promotions.

Poker Rake Races

Betfred $7,500 Exclusive Rake Race - November

October 28, 2011 at 5:56 PM |

The Betfred Poker cash race goes on in November here at Rakerace.com! The room that is part of the iPoker Network offers a $7,500 private cash race only for Rakerace.com players! Moreover, you are also eligible for the exceptional first deposit bonus and the room’s VIP membership.