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Poker Rake Races

Betsson €10,000 Microgaming Cash Race - 1-31 October 2013

September 24, 2013 at 3:51 PM |

Betsson Poker continues to offer a $10,000 Microgaming cash race to Rakerace.com players in October. In addition to the cash race, the €1,000 Microgaming first deposit bonus, the 30% cashback as well as the central promotions provide great value to our players.

Poker Rooms

$20,000,000 GTD MILLIONS Online kicks off on Sunday

November 22, 2018 at 5:24 PM |

The biggest tournament in the history of online poker will kick off at November 25th, but satellites are already available!

Poker Players

Viktor 'Isildur1' Blom in Serious Trouble

January 19, 2011 at 2:52 PM |

It was no suprise for the poker community that at the PCA, Viktor Blom stepped out of the darkness as the man behind Isildur1. Many think that the reason for him to conceal his true identity was to evade Swedish taxes. Now it seems this really is the case: the Swedish tax office claims $149 million in Swedish krona.

Poker Players

Jared Huggins on the Big Game

February 16, 2011 at 3:08 PM |

After much debate, petitions, audition video and an outright rejection, finally it seems Jared Huggins will be playing on PokerStars' hit TV show, The Big Game. According to a TwoPlusTwo user called 'PokerStars Steve', Huggins will be one of the 7 Loose Cannons at the next taping of The Big Game in February.

What Happened to the Ex-FTP Leaders?

March 1, 2013 at 3:42 PM |

While having to part with a couple of millions of dollars, Howard Lederer, Chris Ferguson and Rafe Furst have nothing else left to fear concerning the FTP scandal. Ray Bitar’s case is still under investigation.

Poker Rooms

GGPoker Debuts Six-Card Omaha—More Cards, More Action!

October 3, 2024 at 5:02 PM |

Brace for the next big poker twist with Six-Card Omaha at GGPoker! More cards mean more strategy, more action, and bigger wins. Ready to take on the challenge?

Poker Rooms

JackPoker’s Packed May Events: May Million, Quests, & More

May 9, 2024 at 12:11 PM |

Learn about what JackPoker has in store for its players this May. We explore the new $1 million event, Magic May Quests, and other promotions and tournaments.

Poker Rooms

Progressive Mystery Bounty Tournament at Chico Network

November 21, 2023 at 5:20 PM |

Enjoy the all-new mystery bounty progressive jackpot sit-and-go tournament at Chico Network. Join us as we explore what the tournament offers to players.

Online Poker

High Stakes May 2013 - Cottonseed1 the Biggest Winner

June 5, 2013 at 5:09 PM |

Kyle Hendon (cottonseed1) took the lead as the most profitable player in May with $1,491,247 profit. He is followed by Gus Hansen and Ben Tollerene (Bttech86) in the top 3.

Poker Strategy

Beginner Guide: What are outs, and why so important in poker?

April 19, 2023 at 3:03 PM |

It's crucial to recognize the cards that will help you to improve. It's not difficult to calculate, but knowing the math behind it is essential to make educated decisions at the table.

Poker Strategy

Beginner Guide: What are outs, and why so important in poker?

April 20, 2023 at 5:20 PM |

It's crucial to recognize the cards that will help you to improve. It's not difficult to calculate, but knowing the math behind it is essential to make educated decisions at the table.

Online Poker

GGPoker Surrenders Its Poker Licence for Czech Republic

August 30, 2024 at 3:01 PM |

GGPoker has withdrawn its Czech Republic poker licence. Learn more about the possible reasons why they’re surrendering their licence and what you must expect.

Poker Promotions

Celebrate the Holidays This Year With Major Poker Operators

December 18, 2024 at 2:46 PM |

Learn what Christmas and New Year’s poker promotions are available to players this month. We examine GGPoker’s, iPoker’s, and 888poker’s holiday promotions.

Poker Rooms

Mobile casinos are gradually overtaking their desktop counterparts

April 17, 2018 at 12:48 PM |

Going by the current trends, the online casinos of future are entirely going to be in the palms of the gamblers’ hands.

Poker Rooms

Some mental mistakes frequently made by poker players

April 17, 2018 at 12:54 PM |

Ask any seasoned sportsperson and s/he’d tell you that 50% of the game is about the mental state of the individual. Poker isn’t any different. To tell you the truth, the mental aspect is even more crucial in poker. You must master the ability to mentally handle short-term gains and losses, apart from staying focused on the game, till the end.