A busy day on both Day 1f and Day 2abd of the WSOP Main Event saw a wizard take his seat, several huge names power to the top of the leaderboard and the biggest single day of action in the Main for over two years. It was an incredible day of action as the Rio… Continue reading WSOP 2021: Big Names Shine on Day 2abd of Main Event, Hellmuth Makes Grand Entrance for Day 1f

On more than one occasion, it has been said that winning the World Series of Poker Main Event is every poker player’s dream. For most though, plunking down $10,000 just for a ticket to the big show is a tough pill to swallow.

When the World Poker Tour Bay 101 Shooting Star event gets underway this week in San Jose, California, Ian Kalman will be in the field taking on some of the biggest names in the game. “I love the Shooting Star tournament. It’s nice that it’s local and easy to get too. I mean, I don’t… Continue reading WPT Bay 101 Another Chance for Ian Kalman to Take on the Big Guys

For many poker historians, Tom McEvoy holds a special place in poker history. In 1983 the then 38-year-old became the first person to win the World Series of Poker Main Event after winning their way in via a satellite. Now he’s selling off the bracelet he earned for that victory and a number of other… Continue reading Hall of Famer Tom McEvoy Selling 1983 WSOP Main Event Bracelet

When professional poker players are asked how the game affects their life, they usually say it gives them money and freedom. In the meantime, the poker lifestyle is considered to be unhealthy: a bad regimen, burned nerves, poor nutrition, and social skills that leave a lot to be desired. However, people forget that poker is… Continue reading How Mastering Poker Skills Improves Your Life Away From the Felt