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Poker Rooms

iPoker Network Offers Innovative “Boost” in Twister Games

May 22, 2024 at 5:18 PM |

Explore the innovative Boost mechanic in the iPoker network. The Twister lottery-style Sit and Go games feature it, and we discuss what players can expect.

Online Poker

The Venom Vault: Win Free Tickets to the $10,000,000 GTD Venom

March 14, 2025 at 4:36 PM |

The Winning Poker Network (PokerKing, ACR) is set to host the $10,000,000 GTD Venom and the $2,000,000 GTD Venom PLO this spring. Players can win free tickets through The Venom Vault promotion.

Online Poker

Gus Hansen Has a Nice Start so far in 2011

February 8, 2011 at 7:20 PM |

Our online poker news seldom tell the tale of Gus Hansen scoring big, but 2011 seems to be his year so far, as the Danish pro is the first to have reached the million-dollar limit this year.

Poker Rooms

VIP rakeback and exclusive chase at PCF Poker

May 15, 2019 at 12:57 PM |

We're hitting May in a strong fashion, offering great opportunities to increase your rakeback at our newest partner!

Poker Rooms

Exclusive RedStar Poker interview

March 4, 2020 at 4:57 PM |

Rakerace sat down with the affiliate manager of RedStar Poker, Alex Shilov to discuss the closure of MPN, the future of the site and other exciting topics.

Online Poker

Phil Ivey vs. Full Tilt Poker - What Is the Truth?

August 1, 2011 at 1:36 PM |

New data has surfaced indicating that Phil Ivey borrowed money from Full Tilt poker on many occasions and it seems like he has not paid it back yet.

Analysis

A Recap of PokerStars and A Look at What Happens in 2025

February 12, 2025 at 3:13 PM |

Find out what highs and lows PokerStars experienced in 2024. Once we’ve checked out its progress, we also see what you should expect from this room in 2025.

BLUFF Magazine Poker Power 20 - Howard Lederer First

February 25, 2011 at 7:04 AM |

BLUFF Magazine compiled this year's Power 20 list that they put together every year evaluating the most influential people in poker.This year, Howard Lederer, Full Tilt Poker's owner managed to come in first.

Poker Players

Max Katz Benefits from Pius Heinz' Main Event

November 13, 2011 at 1:57 PM |

The Russian player Max Katz, who is known to be a better backer than player did well again; it turned out he and his team had a major share in Pius Heinz' Main Event, therefore they win lots of money on the German pro.

Poker Players

Peter Eastgate Selling His WSOP Bracelet

November 16, 2010 at 2:01 PM |

Peter Eastgate, winner of the 2008 WSOP Main Event decided to put his bracelet up for auction at eBay, because it was "just lying around collecting dust," Eastgate said.

Poker Tournaments

WSOP 2013 - Remembering Jerry Buss

June 14, 2013 at 11:56 AM |

Basketball and poker legend Dr Jerry Buss passed this February. This year’s WSOP Event #23 $2,500 Seven Card Stud, his favourite game type, is dedicated to his memory with Kobe Bryant opening the tournament.

Poker Tournaments

WPT Championship - Sam el Sayed leads, Almost ITM

May 17, 2011 at 8:36 AM |

WPT Amneville winner Sam el Sayed leads the World Poker Tour (WPT) Championship. 52 players made it through Day 4. The infamous cheater, Ali Tekintamgac is still at the tables.

Poker Players

Gus Hansen Dating Caroline Wozniacki?

January 7, 2011 at 2:50 PM |

Gus Hansen seems to be having some kind of relationship with Danish professional tennis player Caroline Wozniacki. The rumor has been around for some time, but it seems more grounded, as it turns out from her tweets.

Poker Strategy

How to Play Pocket Queens (QQ) Like a Pro: Preflop & Postflop Strategy Guide

February 26, 2025 at 5:35 PM |

Pocket Queens (QQ) is one of the strongest hands in poker, but many players struggle with it in tough preflop and postflop spots. Learn when to play aggressively, when to slow down, and even when to consider folding QQ.

Poker Rooms

Partypoker Launches European Shared Liquidity

June 4, 2018 at 2:15 PM |

Pari Mutuel Urbain (PMU) announced last Wednesday the launch of its cross-border shared liquidity pool between Spain and France on Partypoker network today.