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WSOP 1991: Brad Daugherty Takes the First $1 Million Prize December 30, 2024
In 1991, the WSOP staged its biggest Main Event yet, marking the first time a champion collected a $1 million prize. This article explores the key tournaments, highlights pivotal winners…
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The Story of Stefan “Stefan11222” Burakov – An Online High-Stakes Legend December 29, 2024
In poker, it’s hard to determine the best player. In tournaments, you can refer to results on the tracking sites, the number of WSOP bracelets, or other resources. Cash games,…
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WSOP 1990: Mansour Matloubi Became the First Foreign Winner of Main Event December 24, 2024
WSOP 1990 marked a pivotal moment in poker history as Mansour Matloubi became the first foreign player to win the Main Event title. From significant organizational changes to memorable showdowns…
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Poker in Cameroon December 24, 2024
When you think of countries where poker is popular, Cameroon is unlikely to come to mind. This picturesque country, located near the equator and having access to the Atlantic Ocean,…
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Poker New Year’s Resolutions: Are They Worth Making? December 21, 2024
How effective are Poker New Year’s resolutions — especially for a poker player? Not only do individuals have quite diverging opinions on the matter, but scientists do as well —…
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What Is Balatro: The Card Game That Surprises Everyone December 15, 2024
Balatro is one of the best games of 2024. It won three categories at The Game Awards: Best Independent Game, Best Mobile Game, and Best Debut Indie Game. Balatro has…
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WSOP 1989: Johnny Chan vs. Phil Hellmuth December 15, 2024
This article delves into the events and key figures of WSOP 1989, highlighting the pursuit of a third consecutive title by Johnny Chan, the growth of foreign champions, and the…
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Who Won the Most WSOP Gold Bracelets December 12, 2024
The WSOP Gold bracelet is a trophy for players who have won live WSOP events since 1976. Before that winners took silver cups, “corny trophy” or sterling plates. On this…
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WSOP 1988: Johnny Chan’s Back-to-Back December 8, 2024
In WSOP 1988, Johnny Chan achieved a historic back-to-back Main Event victory amidst fierce competition from top players like Thor Hansen and Erik Seidel. The series set records with 400…
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Bad Beat Jackpot: A Complete Guide to GGPoker’s Rebirth of Bad Beats December 4, 2024
No one likes losing a big hand in poker, but GGPoker’s Bad Beat Jackpot turns those tough moments into unexpected wins. This jackpot, exclusive to select cash game formats, rewards…
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WSOP 1987: Johnny Chan’s Orient Express December 1, 2024
Dramatic journey of Johnny Chan in WSOP 1987, where his mastery and strategic prowess led him to victory. Discover how the “Orient Express” dominated the poker scene, shaping the future…
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Flip & Go: A Complete Guide to GGPoker’s Unique Tournament Format November 26, 2024
Flip & Go is a two-stage tournament format available exclusively at GGPoker. Designed for speed and simplicity, it skips the traditional early game and moves straight to the heart of…
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WSOP 1986: Year of Berry Johnston November 24, 2024
The 1986 World Series of Poker saw Berry Johnston emerge as the champion, winning $570,000. The series featured significant changes, including expanded prize pools and more rebuy tournaments. Notable events…
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Ali Tekintamgac and the Reporter Scandal: A Live Poker Cheating Tale November 23, 2024
The poker world has seen its share of controversies, but few resonate as like the scandal involving Ali Tekintamgac and his so-called “Fake Reporters.” This scheme, uncovered in the early…
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The History of the Triton Poker Series from 2016 to 2024 November 20, 2024
After nearly a decade of growth and development, the Triton Poker Super High Rollers Series has firmly established itself as the premier high-stakes event in the poker world. Renowned for…
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Mario Mosböck and Olga Iermolcheva Talked Their Souls Out November 19, 2024
On November 14th, 2024 CoinPoker channel on YouTube shared an unusual video starring two young but already famous ambassadors of the room: Ukrainian super star Olga Iermolcheva and Austrian ex-professional…
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Five Countries Where Playing Poker Is Strictly Prohibited November 18, 2024
Keep a set of chips and a deck of cards to yourself if you find yourself in one of these countries. Playing poker there is prohibited under the threat of…
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WSOP 1985: Bill Smith – The Forgotten Champion November 17, 2024
The 1985 WSOP marked a pivotal shift in poker history, highlighting the rise of new talent like Johnny Chan while showcasing Bill Smith’s triumph amidst growing competition. Despite setting participation…
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Poker YouTube Channels Can Add Value To Society: Mariano Grandoli November 15, 2024
In November 2024, 25-year-old cash superstar Mariano Grandoli, known for his nickname “King Argentina”, became a guest on Daniel “Jungleman” Cates’ podcast. During an hour, two very differently famous poker…
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WSOP 1984: Incredible 3-Max and Jack Keller’s Victory November 10, 2024
An in-depth look at the thrilling 1984 WSOP, highlighting Jack Keller’s victory in a dramatic 3-max final and the tournament’s historic growth.
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Five Toughest Poker Players According to Chance Kornuth November 9, 2024
If you ask poker players to rank their opponents, every one of them gives you a different all-star selection. Of course, some of these choices will be more nuanced than…
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WSOP 1983: Tom McEvoy Becomes the First Champion to Win Through a Satellite November 3, 2024
In 1983, Tom McEvoy made poker history by becoming the first player to win the WSOP Main Event after qualifying through a satellite tournament. This milestone opened the door for…
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VeniVidi1993: “Sometimes, Being in the Right Environment Is All It Takes” November 1, 2024
In October 2024, Dirk “VeniVidi1993” Gerrits continued to share on X (ex-Twitter) stories from the beginning of his poker career. PokerListings retells them as a chronological continuation of the How…
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Jaime Staples Got Twitch Statue for 5 Million Hours Watched October 28, 2024
On October 27, 2024, veteran poker streamer Jaime “PokerStaples” Staples shared exciting news on X (formerly Twitter): after 10 years of streaming, Twitch awarded him a special trophy for reaching…