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ESPN Offers Same-Day Coverage of WSOP 2011

May 5, 2011 at 10:33 AM |

ESPN is about to provide unprecedented coverage of this year's World Series of Poker; between July 14-19 they will air almost live (30 minutes delayed) coverage, with hole cards and commentary.

Poker Videos

High Stakes Poker Episode 10

May 5, 2011 at 7:47 AM |

GSN has relased the latest episode of its hit TV show, High Stakes Poker. In the 10th episode, a new set of players, including the legendary Johnny Chan and Doyle Brunson. Phil Galfond, Antonio Esfandiari and Phil Laak and some amateur players make the game worthwile to watch.

Poker Tournaments

EPT San Remo - Elder wins, Lykov 4th

May 4, 2011 at 8:52 AM |

Rupert Elder took down his first ever live tournament trophy at the PokerStars European Poker Tour (EPT) San Remo, winning €930,000. The biggest name, Max Lykov finished 4th.

Poker Rake Races

Purple Lounge $2,000 Exclusive Rake Race (1-31 May)

May 3, 2011 at 11:28 AM |

Our team at Rakerace.com is happy to be the partner of a brand new poker room to play and receive rakeback at: Purple Lounge. As a part of the Microgaming network, Purple Lounge is holding a rake race with $2,000 up for grabs. Only registered Rakerace.com members can take part in the promotion.

Poker Tournaments

EPT San Remo - Elder Leads, Lykov at Final Table

May 3, 2011 at 9:42 AM |

The final table of the 2011 EPT San Remo is set. Rupert Elder is the chipleader, Max Heinzelmann repeats his EPT Berlin final table appearance, but the biggest name at the table is definitely Max Lykov.

Poker Rake Races

Point Poker €2,000 Exclusive Rake Race - 1-31 May

May 3, 2011 at 7:20 AM |

Point Poker, a poker room belonging to the Entraction Network offers Rakerace.com players with a €2,000 exclusive rake race. Besides the rake race, a €1,000 sign-up bonus and rakeback are also available at Point Poker.

Poker Rooms

New Everest Poker First Deposit and $100 Reload Bonuses

May 2, 2011 at 1:35 PM |

Everest Poker accepts new players with a raised first deposit bonus, while offers those with an existing bankroll a $100 reload bonus.

Poker Rake Races

NoiQ Poker €1,000 Exclusive Rake Race this May

May 2, 2011 at 11:38 AM |

Rakerace.com and NoiQ Poker are organizing a €1,000 exclusive rake race between 1-31 May for those who have registered at NoiQ Poker through our site's link.

Poker Rake Races

Chocolate Poker $15,000 Rake Race this May

May 2, 2011 at 10:42 AM |

Chocolate Poker and Rakerace.com continue to offer the regular $15,000 exclusive rake race to those who registered to Chocolate Poker with the AKADEMIA bonus code. The race will be held between May 1-31. The $600 first deposit bonus is also available to new players.

Poker Players

Phil Galfond Moves?

April 29, 2011 at 12:55 PM |

Phil Galfond, one of the most respected and accomplished poker player and poker trainer has finally spoken after the Black Friday. He wrote a blog post on his coaching website, BlueFirePoker. He considers moving out of the U.S.

Poker Rake Races

Betsson Exclusive $5,000 Cash Race (1-31 May)

April 29, 2011 at 7:51 AM |

In May, the Betsson $5,000 cash race continues! Betsson Poker and Rakerace.com continue to cooperate and organize the $5,000 private cash race! In addition, a first deposit bonus and an extraordinary loyalty program are also available for the fans of Ongame network.

Poker Videos

High Stakes Poker Episode 9

April 29, 2011 at 7:13 AM |

The latest episode of High Stakes Poker is out, now without PokerStars mentioned as the main sponsor of the show. This set of pros is back for the last time, the next episode will feature a new set of players.

ESPN Inside Deal on Black Friday

April 28, 2011 at 1:42 PM |

Yesterday’s edition of the ESPN Inside Deal programme devotes the majority of its airtime to the issue of Black Friday and its after effects.

Poker Rooms

Reload and Boost Your Bankroll for SCOOP!

April 28, 2011 at 12:25 PM |

PokerStars introduces the SCOOP Reload Bonus 2011: as a reward for your loyalty, PokerStars is celebrating this year’s Spring Championship of Online Poker (SCOOP) with a 50% reload bonus up to $200 (or equivalent in €, £ or CAD $)! It’s the perfect way to give your bankroll a boost in time to take your shot at SCOOP glory, and you can even start earning the bonus while you play your way through the series schedule.

Poker Legislation

Caesars CEO Says: Legalise Online Poker!

April 28, 2011 at 11:26 AM |

Caesars Entertainment CEO and President Gary Loveman has recently explained at CNNMoney.com why he believes Black Friday has created an unprecedented opportunity for the US to regulate and thus make money on online poker. Here is a short introduction to his line of thoughts.