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By Nicola E Hayward

Neymar Places Sixth In Poker Tournament

July 27, 2018

Neymar is a name that is synonymous with football, so you would be surprised to find out that he is quite the poker player. In fact, Neymar has placed sixth in the high roller event of the Brazilian Series of Poker. 288 Runners Neymar entered the tournament with a few friends, but outlasted them all […]

By Georgina Ramos

“Hand Histories” – A New Poker Docuseries from Poker Central and Cake Works

July 23, 2018

Poker is a fascinating sport, with a rich history and an intriguing culture. Now, you’ll be able to take an insider look the world of poker, with a new documentary series from Poker Central and CakeWorks called Hand Histories. A Closer Look into the Poker World The new Hand Histories series will feature documentaries about […]

By Elaine West

James Obst Trades in Poker Chips for Tennis Shoes

July 20, 2018

In the poker world, it is not uncommon for professionals in other areas to take a shot on the felt, and it rarely goes the other way. However, one poker player will be leaving the industry to focus on his sports career, as James Obst sets his sights on Wimbledon. His Life-Long Dream Obst announced […]

By Alexander Palmer

John Cynn Wins World Series of Poker

July 16, 2018

All of the players at the World Series of Poker Main Event final table are going home today a million dollars richer, but it is John Cynn that has taken the huge $8.8 million prize grand prize for himself. After a harrowing heads-up battle that lasted over 10 hours and just shy of 200 hands, […]

By Nicola E Hayward

Jessica Dawley Won Ladies NLHM Event

July 2, 2018

Jessica Dawley took the win in the No Limit Hold-em Ladies Event. Jessica is a 35 year old, who is a poker pro. She was able to defeat 696 people and gain the first bracelet in the World Series of Poker, she has ever had. Dawley played the Ladies event and will take home over […]

By Georgina Ramos

India Online Poker Championship Back

June 29, 2018

A Mumbai news release states the Indian Online Poker Championship is back again. It will be the second year for India Online Poker Championship, which is a ten-day series of games. Spartan Poker is behind the championship. According to the media release by the company, there will be 55 events at the tournament, which are […]

By Elaine West

James Calderaro Trying for Another PLO Title

June 25, 2018

While someone tries to get interest between a competition of bracelet winnings between Negreanu and Hellmuth, James Calderaro is hoping to win back-to-back bracelets in one tournament. Calderaro has a bracelet for the $25,000 PLO. This year he would like to pick up another. It is a tough road ahead for Calderaro, as it is […]

By Tomas Medon

Poker Players and Civil Asset Forfeiture Program

June 15, 2018

Winnings could be taken by the government with Trump’s latest move. It doesn’t mean the Golden Nugget tournament winnings will not be paid out, just that in situations where you win big, you might want to be careful how that amount winds up in your bank account. It seems that a rule set up prior […]

By Alexander Palmer

Heads Up Poker Matches at Luxor?

June 1, 2018

Poker is huge in Vegas, which is why the Luxor created a new arena for televised events. The Luxor also created the studio for eSports to ensure that people around the world can watch and other games being played by the best in the world. The World Poker Tour announced they plan on moving all […]

By George Hansen

Waxman Earns at WPT Tournament

May 28, 2018

Toby Lewis ready for 2018 and the World Series of Poker Tournaments is. He already has a few wins, and now it looks like Waxman is following suit. The World Poker Tour always garners attention from avid poker fans. They want to know who might keep the title, who the player might lose it too, […]