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Battle of Malta After Parties - Sky Club Lounge Photos

Talk about a fabulous party, our good friend Ivonne from PokerListings.com helped organize one of the best parties we have been to at the just reopened Sky Club Lounge (and by "just reopened" we are talking the night we were there). 

We will have so many photos below from this great party so enjoy and be sure to register for Battle of Malta 2016 here

Submitted by Ace King on, Nov/08/2015

Bookie Beat Down: Packers, Patriots, Steelers Could Provide the Dagger

Yesterday’s bookie beat down was more of a beat down of the gambler as Alabama came through with a decisive win over underdog LSU.  The Tigers had amassed around 75% to 80% of the public love coming into this game.

Today it’s the Packers, Patriots and Steelers that will have bookies sweating.

Submitted by Don Shapiro on, Nov/08/2015

Day 5 Coverage of Battle of Malta 2015: Final Table Determined

It's the "final" day of Battle of Malta with a Final Table possibly decided as early as dinner time but more likely before midnight. 

Depending on the time it is determined, there could be a final table played out on Monday as casino rules in Malta dictate closure at 5 am.

The folks from PokerListings.com outdid themselves with another fabulous party Saturday night as the Sky Club Lounge reopened its doors just for the Battle of Malta.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Nov/07/2015

Battle of Malta 2015: The Best Parties on the Tournament Circuit

Our Day 4 coverage of Battle of Malta CONTINUES HERE but away from the tables the folks from PokerListings.com are doing things up right with some of the hottest parties we have ever been to.  We have tons of great photos from one of those parties at Malta's fabulous Club 22 below.

Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, Nov/07/2015

Battle of Malta Live Coverage Day 4: Meet This Year's Bubble Boy

Our Day 4 live coverage from the Battle of Malta has just kicked off. Be sure to check out these useful links below for all the previous action and party photos.  This event is organized and run by our friends at PokerListings.com

Check Out Day Three Action of BOM2015 Here

Submitted by Ace King on, Nov/07/2015

Punta Cana Poker Classic 2015 to Pay Out $185,615 to First Place Winner

San Jose, Costa Rica – Cards are flying at the Punta Cana Poker Classic as players in Day 2 look to stack their chips to the final table on Sunday.

Submitted by Press Release on, Nov/06/2015

Battle of Malta Day 3 Live: Ho No! Maria Busts Out

Our Day 3 coverage of Battle of Malta will be appearing below. 

Check Out Day Two Action of BOM2015 Here

Check Out Day One Action of BOM2015 Here

Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, Nov/06/2015

Where to Stay While in Malta for BOM2016 as 2015 Event Shatters Records

Battle of Malta 2015 has already shattered all records – including becoming the biggest poker tournament in Malta history - so it is time to start thinking about BOM2016 and what to look forward to while here.  Battle of Malta is considered the leading low buy-in stand alone poker tournament in the world.  You can learn more about this fabulous tournament and register here.

Submitted by C Costigan on, Nov/06/2015

Day 1B of Punta Cana Poker Classic Now Underway in Dominican Republic

San Jose, Costa Rica –  Action is now underway on the poker tournament floor of the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in the Dominican Republic as the 2015 Punta Cana Poker Classic resumed play today at 3pm local time.

All players from yesterday that made it to Day 2 can take advantage of a dozen pools, a spectacular beach, a world-class golf course, and more. Day 1B continues all day, with those who survive joining the 84 players who made it through Day 1A.

Submitted by Press Release on, Nov/05/2015

Poker Pro Dwyte Pilgrim Accused of Hustling Players

A poker pro, Dwyte Pilgrim, has been publicly accused of defaulting on a loan and vehemently refusing to pay.

Submitted by Nagesh Rath on, Nov/05/2015

New Jersey Resorts Casino Online Scratch Cards and a Chance to Win $2 Million

Get three scratch cards daily from the New Jersey Resorts Casino online and qualify to win $2 million from Atlantic City’s oldest casino.  

The only catch is that you must be physically located in the state of New Jersey in order to obtain your scratch cards.  Those visiting or traveling through the state can get theirs.  It’s all about being able to access the site, which cannot be done for real money if your IP is detected outside of New Jersey’s borders.

Submitted by Gilbert Horowitz on, Nov/05/2015

Premier Pay Per Head Leads the Way in Live In-Game Betting

One of the main reasons why bettors love to wager on sports is the thrill of the action as the games themselves unfold. Millions of dollars hang on the outcome of one single pass in football, shot in basketball or hit in baseball and sports bettors just love going along for the ride. Click here for more information about Premier Pay Per Head.

Submitted by Payton on, Nov/05/2015

Flying to Play in the Battle of Malta From The US Easier Than You May Think

While the vast majority of those playing in this year’s Battle of Malta event are from Europe, U.S. players are missing out on a great event that is likely to feature a million dollar or greater prize pool when all is said and done.  Amateurs and pros are welcome.

Malta is not hard to get to despite the fact that there are no airlines flying direct to this English-speaking Mediterranean island nation.  You can catch a flight for cheap from various European access points.

Submitted by Ace King on, Nov/05/2015

Online Sportsbook Bonuses Profile: Americas Bookie

This football season Gambling911.com welcomed long established Americas Bookie into its esteemed family of fine online sports betting sites.  Having been in business for some time, Americas Bookie can offer some of the best online sportsbook bonuses in the industry.

Submitted by Payton on, Nov/05/2015

WSOP Main Event Resumes: ‘Old Man’ Pierre Neuville Aims to Win it All

LAS VEGAS -- When the World Series of Poker Main Event resumes here this coming Sunday with the start of final table play, the oldest player among the nine at the table will be 72-year-old Pierre Neuville of Belgium.

BetOnline

Submitted by Thomas Somach on, Nov/04/2015

Glad You Could Come: Maria Ho Meets the Gladiators

At the kickoff of this year’s Battle of Malta, we had real gladiators join hostess Maria Ho to introduce the event. 

This event stresses the very informal, fun and party atmosphere while also incorporating a bit of the island nation of Malta’s colorful history.

In more recent history, Malta served as a strategic military and naval fortress during World War II. 

Submitted by Ace King on, Nov/04/2015

Battle of Malta Live Coverage Day One Recap

Europe’s biggest stand-alone poker tournament, the Battle of Malta, kicks off.  Along with our friends at PokerListings, the folks behind Battle of Malta, G911 will be providing extensive live coverage of this epic event.  Day One Recap Appears Below.

For Day 2 Thursday Coverage Go Here

 

Submitted by Ace King on, Nov/04/2015

Get Ready for Some Ho-rendous Poker Player Karaoke at Battle of Malta

The first big party event for this year’s Battle of Malta will be Karaoke Night at Footloose Bar in Paceville, Malta’s hip club playground area.

Hosting will be poker pro Maria Ho, who is also the host for Battle of Malta for the second straight year.

Submitted by Ace King on, Nov/04/2015

Seals With Clubs Owner Bryan Micon Gets Probation in Online Poker Case

LAS VEGAS (Associated Press) — A Las Vegas professional gambler and former operator of the bitcoin online poker site "Seals with Clubs" was fined $25,000 and placed on up to two years of probation on Tuesday after pleading guilty to a criminal charge of operating an unlicensed interactive gambling system.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Nov/03/2015

Aaronmermel Conquers Field of 1,532 to Win $500,000 Guaranteed Title

San Jose, Costa Rica – He might have had a smaller than normal field to contend with, but victory was just as sweet for ‘aaronmermel’ in last Sunday’s $500,000 Guaranteed tournament.

The online poker player conquered a field of 1,532 entries to win the title and a guaranteed first place prize of $100,000 in the online poker tournament that featured a $117,000 overlay.

Submitted by Guest on, Nov/03/2015

‘Secret Wife’ of Saudi King Gets $23M Payout Despite Gambling Debts

LONDON—(Associated Press) - A British judge on Tuesday ordered a huge financial payout for a woman who claims she was the “secret wife” of the late King Fahd of Saudi Arabia.

Submitted by Associated Press on, Nov/03/2015

eSports Gambling Industry Launches Preemptive Strike in Wake of Regulatory Fears

eSports gambling site Unikrn has developed a “Code of Compliance” as it relates to preventing match fixing and cheating.

The news comes just weeks after an insider trading scandal erupted within the Daily Fantasy Sports industry.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Nov/03/2015

Seminole Hard Rock Hotel Tampa Guest Hits $1 Mil Jackpot With Just $3 Bet

TAMPA, Fla. – A Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tampa guest started the month of November on a high note Sunday when an IGT manufactured Mega Bucks slot machine produced a $1,071,643.12 jackpot.

BetOnline

Submitted by Press Release on, Nov/02/2015

Psychic Rabbit Predicts Pierre Neuville to Win 2015 WSOP Main Event

A psychic rabbit by the name of Black Diamond has picked Pierre Neuville to win this year’s World Series of Poker Main Event, which kicks off November 10. 

From PokerListings.com:

Neuville is fourth in chips and he's also the oldest November Niner at the table. If the rabbit was trying to fool us he'd almost certainly pick McKeehen, so you know this bunny is telling the truth.

Submitted by Ace King on, Nov/02/2015

Finnish Model - Singer Kim Herold to Take Part in 2015 Battle of Malta

He’s not only another pretty face.  As PokerListings.com recently noted, the Scandinavian nation of Finland has no shortage of male models who just happen to be very good at poker.

Submitted by Ace King on, Nov/02/2015

5 Ways your current per head site is costing you money

When using or looking for a per head site it is very important to ask questions about 5 main areas in their business model. If the per head site is doing something wrong in any of those areas, there is a very high probability that they will end up costing you money.

The 5 main questions are:

1) Do they have down time during game times?

2) Do they often put up bad lines or grade wagers incorrectly?

Submitted by Payton on, Nov/02/2015

Brutal Details of New York Mafia Life Recalled in 'Goodfellas' Heist Trial

It is one of the most lurid mob trials ever.  The man behind the notorious 1978 Lufthansa heist, Vincent Asaro, is on trial on charges he helped plan the brazen robbery.  The incident would later be turned into a blockbuster film “Goodfellas”. 

Submitted by Jagajeet Chiba on, Nov/02/2015

Official 2015 Battle of Malta Schedule Unveiled: Live Coverage Through Nov 8

Gambling911.com will be live in beautiful Malta to cover this year’s biggest stand-alone poker tournament, the Battle of Malta.

Submitted by Ace King on, Nov/02/2015

Bookies Get Mauled by Cardinals Cover: Recover With Broncos

What looked like a nice win for the bookies early on turned into a nightmare as the Arizona Cardinals came from behind to beat the Cleveland Browns.

Arizona was seeing more than 85% of the action in this game, making them the single most wagered on side of Week 8.

The 34-20 victory easily covered the -5 point spread.

Daily Fantasy NFL players backing Carson Palmer were just as joyous as the gambling public.

Submitted by Dan Shapiro on, Nov/01/2015

eSports to Morph Into Over $1.9 Billion Industry by 2018

The research firm SuperData Research this week released its forecasts for the explosive growth of eSports in the U.S., with growth expected to reach over $1.9 billion by 2018.

Submitted by Aaron Goldstein on, Nov/01/2015

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