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Tom Dwan Interview: Inside His Experience at a London Psychiatric Facility

May 30, 2025 at 9:13 AM |

Tom Dwan gives first full interview to Abril Zucchi after UK mental health incident—talks PokerNews controversy, coercion, and legal action.

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Ossi “Monarch” Ketola: From Teen Entrepreneur to High-Stakes Poker Sensation

August 21, 2025 at 1:53 PM |

Ossi Ketola’s full story: childhood, business scandals and his high-stakes poker clash against Daniel Cates at the Onyx Club.

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Poker Saved My Life: Jordan Handrich’s Inspiring Journey

June 16, 2025 at 12:21 PM |

After a stroke ended her legal career, Jordan Handrich rebuilt her life through poker, national TV, and a service dog named Carmen.

Poker Strategy

Poker Strategy: Difference between range and nut advantage

May 14, 2024 at 4:29 PM |

In this article, we'll examine the terms range and nut advantage and how to use them in practice.

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Sky Poker Joins iPoker Network After 18 Years of Independent Operation

May 28, 2025 at 2:22 PM |

Sky Poker ends its 18-year run as an independent site and joins the iPoker network. New software, exclusive games, and £100K in freerolls mark the transition.

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WSOP Online Champ Disqualified: GGPoker Scandal Explained

November 13, 2024 at 1:00 PM |

Shocking news in online poker! GGPoker disqualified a WSOP winner. Discover why and how this shake-up impacts players and the future of online poker.

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Vladimir Korzinin: The mysterious inventor and new-found high-roller crusher

November 18, 2024 at 1:30 PM |

In the 2024 Triton Poker Monte Carlo series, Vladimir Korzinin has unexpectedly found himself in the spotlight after winning nearly $7.9 million as an amateur player.

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PokerStars Brings Back Boot Camp Ahead of WCOOP 2025

August 6, 2025 at 2:45 PM |

PokerStars brings back Boot Camp ahead of WCOOP 2025, offering $9M GTD, free BBZ coaching, and multiple ways to qualify for the main series.

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Doyle Brunson, the Eternal Poker Legend – and the Story Behind the Name "Texas Dolly"

March 25, 2025 at 2:34 PM |

Doyle Brunson didn’t choose the nickname “Texas Dolly” — it came from a simple misunderstanding. Discover the story that turned into poker legend.

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How Does CoinPoker’s 33% Rakeback System Work?

April 7, 2025 at 12:36 PM |

Learn how CoinPoker's 33% rakeback system works, when you get paid, and why holding CHP tokens is key to unlocking crypto poker rewards.

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Flutter Moves Sky Poker to Rival iPoker Instead of PokerStars

February 10, 2025 at 4:09 PM |

Flutter is moving Sky Poker to rival iPoker instead of PokerStars. Why is the parent company strengthening a competitor instead of its flagship brand?

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Phil Ivey's Ex-Wife Gets Millions and More In Divorce Settlement

December 19, 2011 at 5:41 PM |

Phil Ivey had already divorced from his wife Luciaetta Ivey in 2009, but their divorce settlement is still an issue today. Luciaetta, however came out well of the situation, according to a document filed this month she received items worth millions and also an alimony of $180,000 per month.

Poker Articles

Macau’s Big Games: Where Poker Pros and Asian Billionaires Went to War

May 26, 2025 at 12:58 PM |

Behind closed doors at StarWorld Casino, poker legends and tycoons battled in high-stakes games that defined an era in Macau poker history.

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The Immortals of Poker: Phil Ivey, the Versatile Genius

February 13, 2025 at 11:20 AM |

Phil Ivey learned the basics of poker from his grandfather, started his career with a fake ID, and went on to become the most feared player of the game's golden era.

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Garrett Adelstein’s Big Comeback – Back at the No Gamble, No Future Table

July 23, 2025 at 10:04 AM |

Garrett Adelstein returns to televised high-stakes poker in No Gamble, No Future’s Season 7 premiere with big pots and a sharp reminder of his old form.

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ClubWPT Gold Stirs Debate with New ‘Idiot Tax’ Feature Allowing Paid Hole Card Reveals

August 15, 2025 at 9:43 AM |

ClubWPT Gold’s latest feature — allowing players to pay to see all folded hole cards after a hand — has sparked heated debate in the poker community, with high-stakes pro Matt Berkey calling it an “idiot tax.”

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PokerStars Removes Classic Spin & Go Depth – Players React to Flash-Style Merger

June 10, 2025 at 2:20 PM |

PokerStars merged Spin & Go with Flash, making classic games faster and shallower. Regulars push back—here’s what changed and how it affects strategy.

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Understanding the PVI System at GGPoker – How It Affects Your Rakeback

May 20, 2025 at 2:12 PM |

Wondering why your GGPoker rakeback is low? Learn how the hidden PVI system affects your cashback and how to calculate your real rewards.

Poker Players

The Story of Viktor Blom Continues – The Darkest Day of the Isildur1 Legend

April 2, 2025 at 11:33 AM |

The legendary session where Brian Hastings won $4.2M from Isildur1 — what really happened on the night everything came crashing down?

Erick Lindgren and Erica Schoenberg Get Married

May 30, 2011 at 8:03 AM |

Let's start this week with some less-than-serious news: poker pros Erick Lindgren and Erica Schoenberg got married in Santa Barbara yesterday. Many poker professionals attended the event.

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Best Online Poker Sites for Spin & Go in 2025

March 19, 2025 at 3:32 PM |

The best online poker sites for Spin & Go games in 2025! GGPoker, 888poker, iPoker, PokerKing, and top alternatives for US players, crypto users, and those looking for mobile-friendly gameplay.

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He Ran $23K Up to $500K — Then Lost a $738K Pot to Mariano Grandoli

June 13, 2025 at 10:39 AM |

Mariano Grandoli wins a $738K pot on Hustler Casino Live after Jae Cusick’s epic runback ends in dramatic fashion. Watch the full hand and breakdown.

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The Biggest High-Stakes Cash Game Winners of 2022

February 9, 2023 at 4:57 PM |

Find out who were the biggest cash game winners for 2022. We look at the winners in each category from No-Limit 1,000 to No-Limit 5,000.

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PokerStars WCOOP Boot Camp: a $9M warm‑up for the 2025 World Championship of Online Poker

July 29, 2025 at 1:22 PM |

PokerStars’ WCOOP Boot Camp (Aug 3–18) offers 69 events, buy‑ins from $2.20 to $5 200, two Main Events ($600K and $400K GTD), free BBZ coaching and $60K in leaderboard prizes.

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How to Calculate the True Value of a Casino Coupon

January 30, 2025 at 9:16 AM |

Casino coupons can seem like great deals, but their true value depends on various factors. Understanding bonus terms, wagering requirements, and expected value can help you make the best choice.

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ClubGG Restructures: UK Exit, Casino Shutdown & L$ Changes

April 7, 2025 at 3:27 PM |

ClubGG suspends UK access, shuts down its social casino, and limits Live Dollar use as the platform shifts focus amid regulatory pressures.

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$909K Hustler Cooler, Three-Card Controversy & Mizrachi Leads GG Million$

August 11, 2025 at 11:35 AM |

A $909K pot at Hustler Casino Live, a three-card mishap at Seminole Hard Rock, and Michael Mizrachi’s chip lead in the $10,400 GG Million$ headline this week’s poker news.

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Avail The Lucrative Bonuses From Online Casinos

February 26, 2018 at 12:08 PM |

With the casinos on high demand for the lucrative ways through which a person can win a lot, it is important for the players to know the various ways through which one can increase the amount that has already being deposited. Amongst all, the bonuses form the most integral part of online casinos.