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What are some of the hottest headlines in the world of poker? Here you will find all the latest juicy stories along with other important news and tournament results. A must read for the poker enthusiast with articles published throughout the day.
Robust Numbers for NJ Sports Betting in July
The July numbers are in and legalized sports betting has been a huge success so far in New Jersey.
Doyle Brunson to Get a Grandson as 85th Birthday Gift
Congrats to poker icon Doyle Brunson, who announced Monday a new addition coming to the Brunson family courtesy of son Todd.
Justin Bonomo Tops List of Poker Pro Net Worth for 2018
At $24.9 million Justin Bonomo has earned more than double that of the number two player on list
PokerStars Outage Leads to Tournament Cancellations: What's Their Policy?
Stars issues this statement regarding outages: "Please accept our apologies as we are currently experiencing technical issues. We are currently working on it and our services should be restored as soon as possible."
7 Years Sober Greg Merson Accuses Seacrets Jamaica USA Waiter of Spiking Drink
Poker pro Daniel Negreanu expressed outrage Saturday evening after fellow pro Greg Merson made a shocking tweet related to a sobering experience he recently had while dining out. "Sobering" might not be the right word though.
Vanessa Selbst Tells New York Times Poker 'is a Very Insular World'
In an interview appearing this weekend in the New York Times, the biggest female money earner in the world of poker says she has no regrets when it comes to "retiring" and joining the prestigious hedge fund, Bridgewater.
Poker Pro Steven Thompson's GoFundMe Account Hits a Snag
As poker pro Steven Thompson fights for his life in a San Jose, Costa Rica hospital, friends and family of the young player have set up a GoFundMe account with a goal of reaching $15,000. After two days, only $1395 has been donated.
GoFundMe Account Set Up For Shot Poker Pro: Third Time Attacked in Four Months
A GoFundMe account has just been set up for a poker pro shot three times in San Jose, Costa Rica Monday night.
Doyle Brunson Tells Poker Player Kevin Iacofano ‘Keep Going ….Out the Door’
Legendary poke pro Doyle Brunson has gotten into a bit of a tit-for-tat with poker player Kevin Iacofano via Twitter on Thursday.
Americas Cardroom Pauses Tournament in Light of DoS Attack
A massive Denial of Service (DoS) attack against one of the world's largest online poker rooms has forced the pausing of a highly anticipated online tournament.
Phil Laak is Nuts!
Phil Laak, long time boyfriend of the Bride of Chucky star Jennifer Tilly, appears on Poker Night in America for a most unusual moment
Poker Pro Clings to Life, Shot by Loan Sharks
A poker pro who reached the final tables of two LAPT events is fighting for his life after being shot in San Jose, Costa Rica.
Mike Matusow Meltdown: 'Anyone Who Roots Against Trump to Fail Should Leave the Country'
Mike 'The Mouth' Matusow was on yet another Twitter tear Monday night.
Tom Dwan: Stare-Downs Ruining No-Limit Hold’em Tournaments
Poker pro Tom Dwan doesn't like people staring at him during games.
'The Mouth' Talks King James Controversy: 'Could Heal This Country by Talking to POTUS'
Matusow drew quite a bit of responses, not all of them positive. Correction....hardly any of them positive
2018-2019 World Series of Poker (WSOP) U.S. Circuit Events Coming to Seminole Casino Coconut Creek
Seminole Casino Coconut Creek will soon be hosting the first of two tournaments on the 2018-2019 World Series of Poker (WSOP) U.S. Circuit.
2018 WCOOP Schedule Unveiled: $116 million in Guarantees
WCOOP is widely considered one of online poker's biggest events of the year.
Boxer David Haye to Take Up Professional Poker
Following in the footsteps of other professional sports greats the likes of Boris Becker, Neymar and Rafael Nadal, a former world heavyweight is about to join them.
Poker Pro Found to be in Cahoots With Dealer as Part of Elaborate Scam
Billy the Egyptian has been playing high stakes poker games throughout Scotland and the UK for years, always seemingly winning.
Resorts Casino AC Sports Book Will Come Online With Help of Stars Group
The world's largest real money poker room, PokerStars, will join forces with Mohegan Gaming & Entertainment’s Resorts Casino Hotel in Atlantic City to offer online gambling to those living in the Garden State, it was announced on Thursday. Details of the deal are limited.
Mike Sexton: 'I Do Feel the WSOP Needs to be Careful in Not Diluting Their Brand'
Sitting down in an exclusive interview with PokerTube this week, PartyPoker Chairman and poker icon Mike Sexton expressed his sentiment about the World Series of Poker (WSOP) losing some of its magic by offering so many different events. Scroll Down for More
Matusow Goes Off About Voter ID: 'This is for Future of Democracy'
Poker pro and ardent supporter of US President Donald Trump, Mike "The Mouth" Matusow chimed in regarding voter ID requirements.
Kim Kardashian West Stakes Bitcoin Chips During Charity Poker Event?
Bitcoin has some new supporters in the form of reality television's royal family, the Kardashians.
Poker Champ Antonio Esfandiari to Box Kevin Hart
One of poker's top money earners, Antonio Esfandiari, has confirmed he will be boxing comedian and actor Kevin Hart for real money. Both men have played in tournaments together. Esfandiari was listed as the 34-1 underdog.
2018 WSOP Shatters Many Records
Most Entrants = 123,865. Largest Total Prizepool = $266,889,193. Plenty more
Negreanu Enforces Strict 'No Trolls' Policy on Twitter
Poker pro Daniel Negreanu warned his followers and others who want to engage him on Twitter: 'No trolls and be nice or be blocked'.
No Dives, but Bluffs Aplenty as Neymar Shows Poker Skills
Ridiculed for fakery at the recent soccer World Cup, Neymar bounced back at cards this week with the aid of some well-timed bluffs, finishing an impressive sixth place in the 288-strong field of a Brazilian Series of Poker event.
Todd Brunson Retiring From Poker?
Todd Brunson, son of legendary poker pro Doyle Brunson, tweeted late Wednesday that he would be retiring from the game of poker.
Annie Duke: Getting Better by Being Wrong
Farnam Street presents and intriguing podcast featuring mostly absent poker pro Annie Duke, who once appeared as a finalist on The Apprentice with now US President Donald Trump.
Neymar Jr. is at Final Table of BSOP High Roller ...Delayed so That he Can Attend Wedding
Brazilian football star Neymar Jr. has made it to the final table of the Brazilian Series of Poker (BSOP), but play has been delayed in order that he can attend a wedding.
