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Terminal Poker Exclusive €1,500 Rake Race in November

October 29, 2012 at 1:34 PM |

Terminal Poker continues to offer the usual  €1,500 rake race for Rakerace.com players only in November! In addition to the promotion, a 30% rakeback and up to €400 first deposit bonus await you.

Poker Players

Introducing the October Nine - Russell Thomas, a Man of Numbers

October 26, 2012 at 9:32 PM |

Russell Thomas is not a professional poker player, he works as an actuary. However, his results at the poker table demand attention, qualifying him as one of the potential surprise favourites in the WSOP 2012 Main Event finale.

Poker Rake Races

Betsson $6,000 Exclusive Cash Race - 1-30 November

October 26, 2012 at 8:35 PM |

In November, Betsson maintains to offer a $6,000 cash race exclusive to Rakerace.com players. In addition to the race, the generous FD bonus and the VIP system are also available to the fans of the Ongame network.

Poker Players

Introducing the October Nine – Jesse Sylvia, the Chipleader

October 25, 2012 at 1:38 PM |

Jesse Sylvia trusts his own knowledge as well as his supporters, considering himself a favourite to become the next world champion of poker.

Poker Legislation

European Commission Issues Action Plan on Online Gambling

October 24, 2012 at 6:09 PM |

The European Commission promotes a closer cooperation of the EU states in regulating online gambling. Additionally, the Commission plans a stricter enforcement of the rules and their compliance with EU law.

Poker Players

Introducing the October Nine - Michael Esposito, the Enduring Amateur

October 21, 2012 at 12:41 PM |

Michael Esposito is not touched by the promise of millions of dollars. He just wants to enjoy poker and his attitude might well get him straight to the top.

Poker Players

Introducing the October Nine - Steven Gee, Doyen of the Final Table

October 20, 2012 at 1:25 PM |

Arguably the most prominent member of the WSOP 2012 October Nine, Steven Gee is predominantly a live cash game player, while already possessing a golden bracelet. He has the 5th biggest stack in the finale.

Online Poker

Online Poker Grows Once Again in Two Years

October 19, 2012 at 6:16 PM |

According to H2 Gambling Capital's most recenty survey, online poker is growing once again after a steep decline in the last two years. The main reason could be the poker market's development in Asia.

Poker Players

Eric Drache and Brian Roberts Joins the Poker Hall of Fame

October 19, 2012 at 3:03 PM |

Caesars Entertainment officially announced that it is WSOP's former cardroom manager Eric Drache and poker legend Brian 'Sailor' Robers, who are elected into the Poker Hall of Fame in 2012.

Poker Legislation

Online Poker Kickoff in Nevada Delayed

October 18, 2012 at 4:18 PM |

While the first legal online poker room had been scheduled to launch in October, 2012 in Nevada, South Point Poker still needs to meet the requirements of a number of tests. The kickoff has been postponed to December.

Poker Players

Durrrr and Isildur1 Joins Team FTP

October 17, 2012 at 8:54 PM |

Full Tilt Poker has officially announced the signing of Tom ‘durrrr’ Dwan and Viktor ‘Isildur1’ Blom as professional players of the re-launching room.

Poker Players

Introducing the October Nine - Jeremy Ausmus, To Win for his Family

October 15, 2012 at 7:08 PM |

A Las Vegas grinder fighting for his family, Jeremy Ausmus awaits the upcoming WSOP Main Event final shortstacked.

Poker Tournaments

EPT Sanremo 2012: Ludovic Lacay Is Champion

October 13, 2012 at 12:10 PM |

French professional poker player Ludovic Lacay took down the PokerStars European Poker Tour (EPT) Sanremo 2012 Main Event for €744,910.

Lederer Returns to Las Vegas Casinos

October 12, 2012 at 12:57 PM |

Howard Lederer has apparently returned to the live high stakes games in Las Vegas. Following appearing at the Bellagio in the private Bobby’s Room, he has also been seen at the Aria’s high stakes tables.

Poker Players

Negreanu: Tanking Ruins Live Poker

October 11, 2012 at 4:54 PM |

Via his Twitter, Daniel Negreanu has apparently generated a heated discussion considering the introduction of the shot clock.

Poker Rooms

Full Tilt Poker Re-launch Details and FTOPS XXI

October 10, 2012 at 4:48 PM |

In an e-mail sent to its players, Full Tilt Poker notifies them of the re-launch of the room, due on 6 November. In addition, the room announces the return of FTOPS, organised between 2-16 December.

Poker Interviews

US High Stakes Pros in Hungary - Video Interview

October 9, 2012 at 7:37 PM |

Rakerace.com presents an exclusive video interview with five high stakes pros from the US, nowliving in Hungary: Reese Newell, Michael Leow, Michael Song, Kurt Fruchtman and recent WCOOPchampion Michael ‘mrw8419’ Weisbrod.

Poker Players

Crockfords Casino Refuses to Pay Ivey’s Baccarat Winnings

October 8, 2012 at 7:00 PM |

The Crockfords Casino of London accuses poker legend Phil Ivey of collusion and withholds his £7.3 million baccarat winnings.

Poker Tournaments

WSOPE 2012 Main Event: Phil Hellmuth Is Champion

October 5, 2012 at 1:35 PM |

Phil Hellmuth has won his 13th world championship bracelet by taking down the World Series of Poker Europe (WSOPE) Main Event for €1,022,376.

Poker Tournaments

WSOPE 2012 Main Event - Phil Hellmuth is in the Lead, Brammer and Mercier also in the Final

October 4, 2012 at 4:48 PM |

The WSOPE Main Event final table starts with Phil Hellmuth in the lead, but the 12-time WSOP champion has to face tough opponents in the fight for another bracelet.

Poker Rake Races

PKR Poker Exclusive $3,000 Rake Race - 4-31 October

October 4, 2012 at 3:07 PM |

PKR Poker is famous for its unique 3D client. In cooperation with Rakerace.com, the room offers a $3,000 rake race for our players only, between 4 - 31 October, 2012. In addition to the private promotion, all players are eligible for the 100% up to $500 first deposit bonus and the 30% rakeback.

Poker Players

Gus Hansen Returns as FTP Ambassador

October 3, 2012 at 3:20 PM |

Full Tilt Poker has officially announced to have their former pro, WSOPE and WPT champion Dane Gus Hansen back representing the room. Hansen is the first official ambassador of the re-opening FTP.

Poker Tournaments

WSOPE 2012 Main Event Underway

October 2, 2012 at 1:49 PM |

The World Series of Poker Europe (WSOPE) €10,450 Main Event is well underway, with Day 2 being finished and 77 players left, including quite a number of international pros.

Online Poker

Amaya Announces Ongame Acquisition Next Week

September 30, 2012 at 8:10 PM |

Amaya Gaming is to announce the acquisition of Ongame next week. The network is sold for around $6.5 to $8 million.

Poker Rake Races

Unibet Poker Exclusive €2,500 Rake Race - 1-31 October

September 29, 2012 at 2:20 PM |

One of the most trustworthy rooms in the market, Microgaming's Unibet continues to offer its €2,500 rake race in October, only for Rakerace.com players! What is more, players are also eligible for the 30% loyalty and the first deposit bonus.

Poker Rake Races

Betfred Exclusive $5,000 Cash Race - 1-31 October

September 28, 2012 at 10:02 PM |

Similarly to the promotions of the past months, Betfred Poker continues to offer an exclusive $5,000 cash race to all players who register to the room via Rakerace.com in October as well. Besides the race, the $2,000 first deposit bonus is also available.

Poker Rake Races

Betfair Exclusive $7,500 Cash Race - 1-31 October

September 28, 2012 at 9:51 PM |

Betfair continues to provide a $7,500 private cash race for Rakerace.com players only in October as well! The first prize is still a whopping $1,750! In addition to the exclusive offer, you are also eligible for the first deposit bonus, if you register now via our link, as well as for participating in the central promotions of the room.

Poker Rake Races

MyBet Poker Exclusive $5,000 Cash Race - 1-31 October

September 28, 2012 at 4:33 PM |

MyBet Poker, part of the iPoker network, continues to offer a $5,000 private cash race exclusively for Rakerace.com players in October, offering outstandingly high return. Join the action now!

Poker Rake Races

Brand New €15,000 InterPoker Rake Race – 1-31 October

September 27, 2012 at 7:02 PM |

Our InterPoker €6,000 rake race has just been refreshed with a new structure and a much bigger prize pool. During October, you can fight for your share of the amazing €15,000 with 3 other partners of InterPoker. Only if you register via our site are you eligible to participate in the promotion for the €3,000 first prize! In addition to the private offer, a €1,000 first deposit bonus, 30% rakeback and the room’s central promotions are also available.

Poker Rake Races

Terminal Poker Exclusive €1,500 Rake Race in October

September 27, 2012 at 4:00 PM |

Terminal Poker continues to offer the usual  €1,500 rake race for Rakerace.com players only in October! In addition to the promotion, a 30% rakeback and up to €400 first deposit bonus await you.