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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GGPoker has withdrawn its Czech Republic poker licence.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

The Gift That Gives on Giving: GGPoker’s Winter Giveaway Series

December 23, 2024 at 12:43 PM |

Find out what to expect when you participate in GGPoker’s Winter Giveaway Series. We examine the rewards, rules, and more of this holiday-themed tournament.

Poker Strategy

Poker Strategy: Why do we bet in poker?

April 26, 2024 at 3:58 PM |

Today, we'll debunk some misconceptions about why we bet. Even among experienced poker players, betting motives often stem from beliefs and misunderstood concepts. So, we'll list these incorrect reasonings and implement the correct arguments for betting.

Analysis

Five Predictions for the 2024 Global Poker Market

February 23, 2024 at 5:05 PM |

See our expert predictions of how the poker industry will develop in 2024. From more online qualifiers to the expanding role of AI, there is a lot in store.

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?

Analysis

Everest Poker April Promotions – Win a Ticket to SPT Ibiza!

April 9, 2010 at 4:52 PM |

Everest Poker hasn’t forgotten about Rakerace.com players this April. This time Everest Poker has put together an exclusive point collecting league with first place having on offer an impressive $2,500  SPT Ibiza package. Only the players that register to Everest Poker via Rakerace.com will be able to participate in this event.

Exclusive race news

Everest Poker April promotions – Win a ticket to SPT Ibiza!

April 9, 2010 at 4:45 PM |

Everest Poker hasn’t forgotten about Rakerace.com players this April.

Others

What Makes a Horse Racing Betting Site Reliable?

November 8, 2024 at 5:49 AM |

Horse racing is one of the oldest and most popular forms of betting, known for its unique blend of tradition, thrill, and potential for reward. With the rise of online betting, enthusiasts have more access than ever to wager on races worldwide.

Poker Players

Gus Hansen Sponsors 18 Danish Players's WSOP Main Event

July 11, 2012 at 2:23 PM |

Gus Hansen can score big if one (or more, for that matter) of his 18 sponsored players get into money at this year's WSOP Main Event. Players will have to pay 80% of their winnings to Hansen.

Poker Players

Patrik Antonius Wins Tennis Prop Bet Against Brandon Adams

June 14, 2011 at 7:07 AM |

As the two players agreed in January, Brandon Adams and Patrik Antonius indeed played their prop bet tennis match in Las Vegas. Brandon Adams didn't have a chance of winning, Antonius defeated him 6-0, 6-1.

Analysis

Rakeback history

December 22, 2009 at 6:24 PM |

Online poker is still a relatively new concept, having only started in 1998. The biggest and most significant online poker industry began in 2002. One of the first online poker rooms was Planet Poker, launched in 1998. Following its success came Paradise Poker, founded in 1999, still being one of the leading online poker rooms. In 2001 we saw other major online poker rooms appear, including PartyPoker, PokerStars and UB.

Poker Strategy

Poker Strategy: How should you play with JJ in online poker?

May 23, 2024 at 3:40 PM |

Playing with JJ causes trouble for many players. In this article, we will find out how to avoid difficult situations with JJ.

Poker Tournaments

Jens Kyllönen is also Playing the Big One

May 24, 2012 at 3:43 PM |

Finnish high stakes pro Jens Kyllönen (Jeans89) will also take part in the most expensive tournament of all time.

Online Poker

Isildur1 vs. Jeans89 - Omaha-8 and 2-7 Lowball Madness

August 17, 2012 at 5:13 PM |

Viktor 'Isildur1' Blom continued his insane high stakes session from yesterday, but this time around, he left the tables with major losses. He was beaten in games which he doesn't usually play.

Online Poker

Ziigmund Takes a Major Portion of South’s 2010 Winnings

September 10, 2010 at 6:01 PM |

Cole South and Ilari ’Ziigmund’ Sahamies played around 790 hands of non-Cap $500/$1,000 PLO HU yesterday on Full Tilt Poker. Although South started better, Ziggy soon gained the upper hand and won $709,000 from the ex-CardRunners trainer.