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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.
Amaya Gaming 2015 Q3 Earnings Results
MONTREAL, Amaya Inc. ("Amaya" or the "Corporation") (NASDAQ: AYA; TSX: AYA) Tuesday reported its financial results for the three and nine-month periods ended September 30, 2015. Unless otherwise noted, all references to"$" and "CAD" are to the Canadian dollar, "US$" and "USD" are to the U.S. dollar and "€" and "EUR" are to the Euro.
Joe McKeehen Wins 2015 World Series of Poker Main Event
LAS VEGAS (Aassociated Press) — Pennsylvania poker pro Joe McKeehen never gave up his lead in the World Series of Poker's championship event, and took home $7.68 million Tuesday night as the victor.
The 2015 Punta Cana Poker Classic Shatters Participation Record
San Jose, Costa Rica – Nov 10, 2015 –This year’s sixth-annual Punta Cana Poker Classic is in the books with its biggest turnout ever. Luis Yepez, of Venezuela, was the overall winner, finishing atop of a record-high field of 567 players who combined for an $824,985 prize pool.
‘Shrimp Boy’ at Center of Mob Gambling Ring Say Prosecutors
The trial of Raymond “Shrimp Boy” Chow,55, in a racketeering and murder-for-hire case began in San Francisco Monday.
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Software Exec Neil Blumenfield Tells G911 He is Computing a Way to Win WSOP Main Event
LAS VEGAS -- If it wasn't for the presence of 72-year-old Pierre Neuville of Belgium at the final table of the World Series of Poker Main Event--which resumes Sunday--the oldest player at the table would be 61-year-old Neil Blumenfield of San Francisco.
Blumenfield, a Silicon Valley software company executive, is no stranger to the WSOP Main Event. Three years ago, he finished in 285th place in the WSOP's signature event, earning nearly $35,000.
Three Remaining at WSOP Final: Max Steinberg Eliminated
LAS VEGAS — (Associated Press) - Well-heeled Max Steinberg who has made tailored suits his trademark at poker tables populated with hoodies and sneakers won't need to find another suit for day three of the World Series of Poker finale.
And the 2015 Battle of Malta Winner Is....
Nicolas Proust has won the 2015 Battle of Malta and a cool €165,000 that comes with it. That low €550 really paid off.
The only drawback to winning, Proust couldn’t participate in all the great parties associated with BOM as the poker continued way into the early morning hours, beyond the time we were even out partying.
The 29-year-old former tennis coach from France is now etched in the Maltese history books for claiming the title at the biggest live poker tournament ever held on Malta.
Battle of Malta Final Table Dwindling Down With Three Remaining
The Battle of Malta Final table is starting to dwindle down with just three players left.
Hendrik Koops Henrik Jacobsen and Nicolas Proust
Nicolas Proust has won around $20,000 on the live circuit to date. The other two players have barely registered in live tournaments. Each is guaranteed to win at least €70,200 from this tournament.
Restore Americas Wire Act Gets Another Hearing for December
Gambling magnate Sheldon Adelson’s pet project, Restore Americas Wire Act or RAWA, will receive a second hearing in December.
World Series of Poker Down to Six Players
LAS VEGAS (Associated Press) — The man to beat at the World Series of Poker Main Event had an unrivaled tower of chips by night's end and luck on his side.
WSOP 2015 Final Table Dwindling Down
LAS VEGAS (Associated Press) — Call him the dream-slayer. Joe McKeehen, the 24-year-old poker pro from Pennsylvania who held an enormous lead going into the final World Series of Poker matchup, ousted Italy's Federico Butteroni late Sunday leaving seven players left to battle for a $7.6 million top prize.
First Female to Ever Make Battle of Malta Final Table is Finland's Anne Meri
Add Finland’s Anne Meri among poker’s female players to watch as she has landed a spot at the final table of Battle of Malta 2015. She is the first female poker player to do so since the event’s inception four years ago.
The country makeup for this year’s final has five Scandinavians (two Norwegians, one from Denmark and Meri from Finland). What happened to all those Swedes?
The rest of the Final Table is made up of an Italian, Israeli, a Frenchman and Bulgarian.
The BOM2015 Final Table is…
Uri Gilboa: 8,520,000
Henrik Jacobsen: 6,640,000
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
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.
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.
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
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Battle of Malta Day 2 Coverage: Thor Hansen in the House, Busts Out
We are here covering Europe’s biggest stand alone poker tournament, the Battle of Malta, all week long. This is Day 2 of our coverage of this event, which contributes close to 20% of Malta's GDP, the most after tourism.
See Our Day One Coverage of the Battle of Malta Here
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
