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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.
Let NY Play: Rallying Cry for Online Gambling in New York
If people in New Jersey can play online poker legally, why can’t they do so in New York? Let NY Play Twitter and Facebook accounts were recently set up asking this very question with the Facebook account amassing around 5000 likes.
Vincent Fiorenza Dominates HPT at Daytona Beach
Daytona Beach, FL - Vincent Fiorenza brought a huge lead into the Heartland Poker Tour Final Table at Daytona Beach Kennel Club & Poker Room on Monday and never looked back. The Oviedo, Florida man led the way from start to finish, single-handedly eliminating five of his eight opponents to win the coveted HPT Title and the $122,353 first-place prize.
When asked his plans for his newfound riches, the new champ Fiorenza replied, "Just put it in the bank like my grandma says."
Georgios Zisimopoulos Leads EPT London After Day 1B
PokerStars player Georgios Zisimopoulos leads the 247 players who made it through Day 1b of the £4,250 EPT 11 London Main Event today. Zisimopoulos has 171,500 in chips, putting him in second place overall behind Day 1a's chip leader Anatoly Filatov from Russia on 173,900 as the tournament heads into Day 2. There were 444 entrants on Day 1b today making a grand total so far of 668. Players have until the start of Day 2 to buy in.
Tennis Pro, Poker Player Rafa Nadal Hit in Head With Stray Golf Ball, Loses Memory
A champion tennis player and the face behind PokerStars.com, Rafa Nadal is also an accomplished golfer. Word spread over the weekend that he had been hit on the head by a stray golf ball, leaving him with amnesia.
True or false?
The Golf News Net reports the scenario did indeed happen.
Ivey’s big question: why is edge sorting cheating?
Phil Ivey’s recent failure to win the right of appeal in his court case against a London casino raises some profound questions for card players. The ten time WSOP winner lost a $12.4 million court case in London, England in 2012 after the casino refused to pay out on his baccarat win there, insisting that because he had ‘edge-sorted’ he had in effect cheated them.
Anatoly Filatov Leads at End of EPT 11 London Main Event Day 1A
PT Vienna High Roller runner-up Anatoly Filatov is leading the 123 players who have made it through Day 1a of the EPT 11 London Main Event. The 26-year-old Russian pro has 173,900. The event started at noon with 224 players. Along with Team PokerStars Pro Johnny Lodden (currently fourth on 125,800), all the other Team PokerStars players who competed today also made it through: Fatima Moreira de Melo, Jason Mercier, Leo Margets, Eugene Katchalov, Johnny Lodden, Jake Cody, Team Online's Isaac Haxton plus PokerStars-sponsored 2014 PCA champion Dominik Panka.
Poker Player Matt Smith Wins $1 Million Playing Fantasy Football
Poker player Matt Smith this past week won $1 million taking part in “DraftKings Millionaire Maker”.
Phil Hellmuth Guns for Record 14th WSOP Bracelet: Did He Win?
On Thursday, Phil Hellmuth, the World Series of Poker's most decorated player, notched his 108th WSOP cash and 51st WSOP final table here in the WSOP APAC Event #7 AU$2,200 Six-Max No-Limit Hold'em. Now, the 1989 WSOP Main Event champ had a chance as his record 14th gold bracelet and looks to become just the third player to win gold bracelets in the US, Europe, and Australia, the others being Daniel Negreanu and Jeff Lisandro.
81-Year-Old Poker Pro Doyle Brunson Surgery a Success: Gall Bladder Removed
81-year-old poker pro Doyle Brunson (AKA “The Texas Dolly”) revealed Friday evening that surgery to remove his gall bladder went off without a hitch. That wasn’t all the doctors fixed, however.
EPT Live Returns to London in 2014
EPT Live is returning to London on October 14th, 2014 for the Season 11.
Americas Cardroom The Cage is Paying Out Top Dollar: Total Prize Pool $330k
San Jose, Costa Rica – Americas Cardroom has officially broken new ground as poker players from around the world threw punches in The Cage. After the final hand of The Cage tournament was dealt, industry experts and those watching on the major online poker forums agree that the time-based cash game was an enormous success.
$50,000 GTD Birthday Bash Headlines Full Flush Poker’s 1st Anniversary
San Jose, Costa Rica (October 8, 2014) – FullFlushPoker.com (“FFP”) is celebrating its first birthday with two big-money events, including the headliner, FFP’s $50,000 GTD BIRTHDAY BASH on November 9, 2014.
Americas Cardroom Poker Cash Game The Cage Exceeds All Expectations
San Jose, Costa Rica – For three hours tonight, Americas Cardroom (ACR) will have the biggest cash game on the Internet. The Cage, a cash game in a time based tournament format is ACR's latest innovation that gets underway tonight at 8:00pm ET. Interest has exceeded all expectations with already a combined prize pool of $175,000 with potential to break the $250,000 mark by the time the event kicks off.
Poker Pro Phil Ivey Loses Casino Edge Sorting Case
LONDON (Associated Press) — Ten-time World Series of Poker winner Phil Ivey has lost his case against a British casino he accused of improperly withholding his winnings.
Britain's High Court ruled Wednesday that Genting Casinos UK does not have to pay him the 7.7 million pounds ($12.4 million) he was seeking.
The casino's lawyers convinced the court that Ivey's used of "edge sorting" tactics was not legitimate and that the casino did not have to pay. The casino said he essentially kept track of card values by watching for design imperfections on the backs of the cards.
3 Punta Cana Poker Classic Packages Guaranteed Every Sunday at LPS
San Jose, Costa Rica – As the leaves begin to fall across America, the Latin Poker Series is doing everything it can to drop more Punta Cana Poker Classic packages on the tables at the most popular US online poker sites – and whisk the winners away for the ultimate fall vacation. November's Punta Cana Poker Classic features an all-inclusive package valued at $4,100.
Kay Wants Resolution in Bodog Case But Intends to Extradite If Necessary
On Tuesday, Van Smith of the Baltimore City Paper revealed a letter sent by assistant U.S. Attorney Richard Kay to the judge presiding over the case against four Bodog principals including founder Calvin Ayre, each of whom were indicted for illegal gambling and money laundering.
Poker Player Aaron Massey Two Titles in Two Weeks
Fresno, CA - Aaron Massey's recent string of success continued today at Club One Casino when he captured his second Heartland Poker Tour Title in less than two months. The Chicago native will take home $77,760 for the win at Club One and now has a commanding lead in the HPT Player of the Year standings powered by BLUFF.
Online Poker Cash Game From Americas Cardroom The Cage Starts Wed: 5k Buy-in
Get ready to hear three hours of nonstop rattling. The Cage, Americas Cardroom's groundbreaking cash game, is set to get underway tomorrow, October 8th at 8:00pm ET. The time-based cash game with elements of an online poker tournament currently has over $100,000 worth of buy-ins and promises to be a Hold'em experience to remember.
Legalized Online Sports Betting in Canada ‘Not Even on Government’s Radar’
Hartley Henderson of OSGA.com confirmed Monday that legalized sports betting in Canada will not become an issue for offshore sportsbooks following concerns over Ladbrokes abrupt departure and public statements made by the Atlantic Lottery Corporation.
Michael Phelps Suspended From USA Swim Team After DUI, 8-Hour Gambling Spree
US gold-medalist swimmer Olympian swimmer Michael Phelps was suspended by the national team for 6 months following last week’s arrest for Driving Under the Influence (DUI).
The 18-time Olympic champion also lost six months of funding from the sport’s national governing body as a result of his second DUI. A previous arrest was made in 2004.
Bovada Sportsbook Bonus vs. BetPhoenix.ag
The Bovada Sportsbook bonus is a 50% bonus up to $250. Compare that with BetPhoenix.ag, which offers a special 175% bonus up to $1500. Which to choose?
Bovada, while a reputable online gambling site, appeals more to a recreational (or “square”) player base compared to BetPhoenix.ag, which does welcome high rollers as well.
Phil Ivey vs. The Mob: Who Will Come Out on Top
Tuesday night (October 7, 2014) is a poker and sports betting fanatic’s dream when it comes to what’s on television.
Survey Finds Casino Slots Players Obese, Poker Players the Skinniest
Jackpot.co.uk has released a riveting – and some would say shocking – report detailing the various physical fitness attributes and contributory lifestyles of various casino players based on the game of choice.
Poker Playing Dog Passes Away at Age 17
A poker playing dog by the name of Jilli Dog has passed away at the age of 17 (or possibly older). Her exact age was not known as Jilli Dog’s owner rescued her as a UK stray nearly 17 years ago and she was beyond being a puppy at that time. In dog years, she was at least 40 years older than the Texas Dolly, Doyle Brunson.
Two Get Jail Sentences for Illegal Poker Game in New Jersey
TRENTON – (Associated Press) - Two southern New Jersey men have received jail terms for running an illegal poker club inside a storefront.
Poker Pro Phil Ivey on ’60 Minutes’: ‘Being Called a Cheater is Very Bad’
One of the most recognized professional poker players in the world, Phil Ivey, sits down with CBS Sports James Brown in a candid “60 Minutes” segment on Showtime October 7, 2014. Ivey is not known for giving many interviews.
Winning Millions Seats Available at Americas Cardroom for Just $10
San Jose, Costa Rica – Who says you have to win at poker to earn a seat in the biggest online poker tournament to hit US shores in nearly four years? Americas Cardroom today invited players to lock in their $540 seat by making a $10 deposit for first depositors or $25 for reload depositors. The seat is unlocked just by playing poker and the $1 million tournament gets underway on December 14th at 3:00pm ET.
Poker Pro Phil Ivey Engaged in Trickery to Win £7.7m Casino Tells Court
Poker pro Phil Ivey is alleged to have “stitched up” London’s Crockfords Club Casino by taking advantage of a minor flaw in playing cards, the High Court heard on Thursday.
Martin Short Talks Awkward Poker Game With Johnny Carson, Clooney Wedding Crasher
On Thursday night’s episode of Conan 11 pm ET/10 pm CT, actor Martin Short talks poker and George Clooney’s wedding.
The video will be live online Friday. Watch for it here.
Martin Short On George Clooney's Wedding
Seminole Hard Rock ‘Rock N Roll Poker Open’ Series Kicks Off: $2 Mil Up for Grabs
HOLLYWOOD, Fla – Seminole Hard Rock “Rock ‘N’ Roll Poker Open” (RRPO) returns to Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood, Florida November 13 – December 3, 2014 held in the resort’s ballrooms. The series will feature 20 main events along with several secondary events and qualifiers. The exciting live poker action culminates with the live streamed and televised $2 Million Guaranteed RRPO Championship from November 28 – December 3.
