PokerStars

The neon of the Vegas Strip didn’t gleam tonight; it buzzed like a dying fluorescent bulb in a public restroom. It was June 2025, the absolute peak of the World Series of Poker (WSOP), and Julian sat at a $5/$10 No-Limit Hold'em table, staring into the abyss. He had come to Vegas expecting what the vlogs promised: wealthy tourists burning cash, drunk tech bros overplaying top pair, and a glorious river of easy money. Instead, he found himself trapped in a poker-themed United Nations security council meeting. To his immediate left was a twenty-something from Leeds wearing a matching pastel tracksuit. To his right, a silent, unblinking guy from Berlin sporting a €300 backpack. Across the table sat a trio of Eastern European grinders who looked like they hadn't seen sunlight since the PokerStars Black Friday era. Out of the nine players at the table, Julian was the only one not wearing noise-canceling headphones. The game wasn't just tough; it was a psychological wasteland. It was \*shockingly\* bad. Every single pot followed the exact same, excruciating script: 1. \*\*The Pre-Flop Tank:\*\* The Berlin grinder would face a standard open raise. He would stare at the felt for a full 45 seconds, mentally calculating his 3-bet frequency down to the fourth decimal point, before folding a hand everyone knew was King-Jack offsuit. 2. \*\*The Post-Flop Silence:\*\* If a flop actually managed to see the light of day, the table fell into a catatonic state. No one spoke. No one laughed. The only sound was the synchronized, rhythmic clicking of clay chips—\*clack-clack-clack-clack\*—like a room full of aggressive, caffeinated woodpeckers. 3. \*\*The GTO Standoff:\*\* Every hand was a clinical execution of Game Theory Optimal (GTO) wizardry. There were no "reads." There was no "heart." There was only a table of twenty-somethings trying to check-raise range-merging bluffs against other twenty-somethings who were actively balancing their defending ranges. Julian watched in horror as the Leeds tracksuit spent twelve minutes playing a $140 pot, agonizing over a turn card like he was defusing a bomb in a crowded metro station. When the hand finally ended, Leeds took down the pot, stacked his meager winnings, and immediately pulled out his phone to run the hand through a solver app. "Hey mate," Julian tried, desperate for human interaction. "Wild turn card, huh?" Leeds didn't look up. He just tapped his phone screen. "My configuration dictates a 65% check-call frequency on paired boards with a backdoor flush draw. I misplayed the node." Julian blinked. \*The node.\* He wasn't playing poker; he was playing against a room full of regional IT managers. By 3:00 AM, the rake was the only thing winning. The tourists had long since fled to the craps tables where people actually looked like they wanted to be alive. The remaining grinders were essentially just passing the same three thousand dollars around in a miserable, high-stress circle, paying $7 a hand to the casino for the privilege. Julian looked at his chip stack, then at the German, who was currently staring at a chip on the felt as if trying to levitate it with his mind. \*I could stay,\* Julian thought. \*I could try to out-balance their ranges. I could fight for the node.\* Instead, he tossed a $5 chip to the dealer, stood up, and stretched his aching back. "Good luck, UN," Julian muttered, pocketing his chips. None of them looked up. They were already calculating the theoretical impact of his departure on the table dynamics. Julian walked out into the crisp Vegas night air, realizing that the scariest monsters in Sin City weren't the high rollers or the card sharps—they were a bunch of European kids with solver apps and noise-canceling headphones, turning a beautiful game into the world's most stressful desk job.

[https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1OcXesImmTZ4B-Mr8PaJb3muFMTQpM5fqR-cBFANXfZU](https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1OcXesImmTZ4B-Mr8PaJb3muFMTQpM5fqR-cBFANXfZU) Please see above a google sheet with cumulative profits and losses over the first four seasons of the big game (I will do this again after on Tour Season 3 concludes) and see below some notes on the google sheet and some interesting facts:   •Red text represents a loose cannon. •Yellow highlight represents people who won / lost the same amount. •Overall, PokerStars has lost $1,050,000 in staking loose cannons ($700,000 in Season 1, $200,000 in Season 2, $50,000 in on Tour Season 1 and $100,000 in on Tour Season 2). •Daniel Negreanu has played the most weeks (ten), Daniel Negreanu and Phil Laak have the highest number of winning weeks (six) and Phil Hellmuth has the highest number of losing weeks (seven). •Phil Hellmuth and Phil Laak are the only two players to play in all four seasons of the big game. •Four loose cannons won the most profit in their week – David Fishman (Season 1, Week 10), Bob Ferdinand (Season 1, Week 12), Gonzales Cannon (Season 2, Week 1) and Lily Newhouse (on Tour, Week 2). •The biggest profit in one week was in Season 1, Week 9 (Tony G won $330,500). The smallest profit in one week was in Season 1, Week 11 (Scott Seiver won $1,600). •The biggest loss in one week was in Season 1, Week 8 (Daniel Negreanu lost $333,400). The smallest loss in one week was in on Tour Season 2, Week 1 (Jonathan Tomayo lost $1,700). •Justin Bonomo, Jennifer Tilly, Isaac Haxton, Abe Mosseri, Allen Bari and Sam Grafton are the only six players who played in numerous weeks and won in every week they played – Jennifer Tilly played in three weeks, the other five played in two weeks.  •Griffin Benger, Joe Cada, Randy Lew and David Williams are the only four players who played in numerous weeks and lost in every week they played (two) – no player who played three or more weeks lost in every week they played. •Jennifer Tilly, Tony G and Sam Grafton are the only three players who played in numerous seasons and overall won in every season they played – Jennifer Tilly played in three seasons, Tony G and Sam Grafton played in two seasons. •Andrew Robl, Griffin Benger and David “Viffer” Peat are the only three players who played in numerous seasons and overall lost in every season they played (two) - no player who played in three or more seasons overall lost in every season they played. •ElkY, Joe Cada and Bill Perkins are the only three players who played in numerous weeks and the loose cannon won in every week they played (two) – no player who played three or more weeks had the loose cannon win in every week they played. Additionally, ElkY’s two weeks were with Bob Ferdinand and Massimiliano Martinez – the loose cannons who won the most in their season (seasons 1 and 2 respectively). •Prahlad Friedman, Allen Bari, Griffin Benger and Randy Lew are the only four players who played in numerous weeks and the loose cannon lost in every week they played (two) – no player who played three or more weeks had the loose cannon lose in every week they played.

The key is to treat a casino as what it really is, a source of entertainment. Go in and say you only want to spend say $200, thats your limit, don’t go over it. Hit for $400? Put 200 back in your wallet and don’t touch it, youre now playing with “house money”. Otherwise, I love the casinos in Vegas, vegas in general is just a completely different world, and people watching is one of the greatest experiences. For my local casino, I typically only go for the poker room alone. But I was also a big player on poker stars and full tilt back in the day before the government shut them down. I’d easily say 1/3 of the my income back then came from my poker winnings. It wasn’t enough to make it my full time job, but I won enough and more than I gambled to actually have to count it as income.

>Here's what caught fire on poker Twitter this week (May 10–16). Figured we'd bring the discussion over here where we can actually break things down properly. **1. WSOP introduces a dealer rating system with $100K in prizes** 🔥 WSOP announced they're rolling out a dealer rating system on WSOP Live this summer, with $100,000 in total rewards for top-rated dealers. Breakdown per bracelet event: 1st $500, 2nd $300, 3rd $200. Poker Org immediately polled the community and the replies are... mixed. Some say it'll finally hold dealers accountable; others worry it'll turn into a popularity contest or put dealers under unfair pressure during tough spots. What do you think — good for the game, or another distraction? *(*[*@WSOP*](https://x.com/WSOP/status/2054312912320409936) */* [*@pokerorg*](https://x.com/pokerorg/status/2055382962900816364)*)* **2. Daniel Negreanu's $2M WSOP Summer Package sells out in minutes** 💰 DNegs dropped a $2M WSOP Summer Package on PokerStake at **zero markup** and it sold out fast. Joshua Arieh was hyping it up 24 hours in advance, and by Saturday it was officially gone. If you missed it, DNegs says he'll be giving away pieces via his WSOP vlogs and selling individual event action on PokerStake later. The grind is about to begin. *(*[*@RealKidPoker*](https://x.com/RealKidPoker/status/2055677387359326389) */* [*@JoshuaArieh*](https://x.com/JoshuaArieh/status/2055001276807778528)*)* **3. Jeff Platt leaves PokerStars — fans are bummed** 📺 Big media news this week: Jeff Platt is out at PokerStars. A fan replied to James Staples' exit thread saying he was "quite bummed" to hear Platt was leaving, and that the chemistry between Platt and Staples "can't be replicated." Platt himself has been tight-lipped — when asked about future plans, he replied "No comment at this time (Yes)." Cryptic. Anyone know where he's headed next? *(*[*@fuwalrus*](https://x.com/fuwalrus/status/2055064224070619620) */* [*@jeffplatt*](https://x.com/jeffplatt/status/2055672685968138294)*)* **4. High-stakes coolers and bomb pots from the online streets** 🃏 Card Player Railbirds dropped a string of high-stakes hands this week, including: * SeaLlama vs LLinusLLove at 100/200 NLHE * Theblez vs omaha4rollz in a $1,000/$2,000 PLO game * LUKAKU vs Giselle54 in an epic PLO hand Meanwhile, BobbyJamesPoker shared a "fucking BOMB POT" from CoinPoker featuring Dan Kness3. If you like watching nosebleed regs punt, this was your week. *(*[*@CPRailbirds*](https://x.com/CPRailbirds/status/2055456040129569176) */* [*@BobbyJamesPoker*](https://x.com/BobbyJamesPoker/status/2055073506908385290)*)* **5. Doug Polk's PokerGO story + the Rampage comparison** 😂 Doug Polk posted a clip from his recent PokerGO trip where Phil Hellmuth responded to a joke about being "rich, famous, and good looking" with "Hey I never said I was good looking." Classic Phil. But the bigger debate came in the replies, where Chad M contrasted Doug's self-aware humor with Rampage's perceived "used car salesman" energy. The takeaway? Doug can pull off being silly; not everyone can. *(*[*@DougPolkVids*](https://x.com/DougPolkVids/status/2053858160574603303) */* [*@RushinBurrito*](https://x.com/RushinBurrito/status/2055438274886316528)*)* **6. Misc drops** * **PokerGO Tour Texas Poker Open**: Vladyslav Shovkovyi took down the $2,000 Main Event at Champions Club TX, streaming live on PokerGO. ([@PokerNews](https://x.com/PokerNews/status/2054075068381036820)) * **PokerStars Anniversary Series**: Free tickets giveaway with a nostalgia clip from 2018. ([@PokerStars](https://x.com/PokerStars/status/2055355281907892238)) * **GGPoker HANDS UP**: Guess the first KO'd player's hole cards in Sunday's $1M GTD GGMasters for $75 in tickets. ([@GGPoker](https://x.com/GGPoker/status/2055626879688638704)) * **Shaun Deeb** reflected on his PokerGO Big Game run: "Little sad I never got to show anything that good... hopefully I get on show when it runs again post WSOP to get some revenge." ([@shaundeeb](https://x.com/shaundeeb/status/2053876847302361582)) >**What did I miss?** Drop any other hot takes or drama from poker Twitter this week. Or tell me which of these you'd want a deeper breakdown on.

Estou surtando não aguento mais perder nos sit go de 50 cents, sempre perco pra um idiota que jogou uma mão que não deveria ter aberto ou pagado no pré flop, perco de forma bizarra, analiso as mãos , estudo mas dá tudo errado, aqueles caras são malucos, não importa o quanto jogo e estudo sempre dá errado, tenho 700 torneios , e estou em prejuízo. É inacreditável o que acontece é um azar bizarro. Já joguei torneios de buyn maiores e sempre fui bem , as vezes jogo sit go de 2 dólares e sempre fico entre o 3⁰ e 1⁰ colocado,mas não tenho banca suficiente pra jogar 2 dólares me ajudem . O que faço contínuo jogando esse bingo de 50 cents ou arrumo uma banca maior e jogo 2 dólares?

https://preview.redd.it/1mwhpxbsmr0h1.jpg?width=1800&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=fecf3ca71f84b86bca8cd28a59605b5d1be4ff21 In March, [FanDuel and PokerStars officially joined forces](https://www.pokerlistings.com/news/the-fanduel-x-pokerstars-era-arrives-in-north-america) to usher in a new era of online poker in North America. Today, May 7, a new piece of that puzzle came into place, as PokerStars Ontario stopped offering poker, casino and sports on their official platform. As we enter this transition period, here is what Ontario players can expect. # PokerStars Ontario Retires The official announcement came on May 4, via the operator’s account on X. While PokerStars Ontario formally closes its doors this spring, this move is still just part of a larger transition, similar to ones that happened in Michigan, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania. [PokerStars](https://www.pokerlistings.com/poker-sites/poker-stars) Ontario going offline will pave the way for PokerStars on FanDuel Ontario launching in the Canadian district in the coming months. That said, there is still no clear timeline for the launch. What we know so far is that players should not be in any rush to close their accounts and cash out. In the announcement PokerStars confirmed its Ontario players will be able to access their accounts until June 4, 2026. Any funds still in players’ account after the deadline will be mailed to them via a physical paper check. Another relevant point in the announcement concerns existing PokerStars Ontario, mainly the fact that they will not be migrated to the new FanDuel-powered platform. This means that players will need to register brand new accounts once the client goes live in Canada. Players with FanDuel accounts, on the other hand, will be able to access the new site with their current account details. # What’s to Come for Ontario Poker Since there are no official launch dates for FanDuel Poker in Ontario as of this article, we can only speculate that it will be sooner rather than later, similar to the province’s US counterparts. What the US launch tells us is that we could also be getting custom tournament series or promotions ahead of the big launch, similar to the [Ignite Series](https://www.pokerlistings.com/news/pokerstars-ignite-series-the-first-tournament-series-announced-on-fanduel-poker) that wrapped up just a few days prior. We’ll keep updating you as the story develops. Source: [https://www.pokerlistings.com/news/pokerstars-ontario-retires-as-fanduel-poker-takes-shape](https://www.pokerlistings.com/news/pokerstars-ontario-retires-as-fanduel-poker-takes-shape) by [Iva Dozet](https://www.pokerlistings.com/author/iva_dozets_pl)

https://preview.redd.it/zsr06nl6fq0h1.jpg?width=1600&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=b410ffeda1e3c5ef4186dbcfb977cb9ed6e327f3 The biggest name in the online poker landscape, [GGPoker](https://www.pokerlistings.com/poker-sites/ggpoker-review), has reached new heights, breaking its own milestones with the [GGPoker World Festival](https://www.pokerlistings.com/news/ggpoker-raises-the-bar-again-with-300m-gg-world-festival), which kicked off on May 3rd. With a $300,000,000 prize pool across a wide range of tournaments and buy-ins, it is easy to see how the premier poker site eclipsed 900,000 concurrent players over the opening weekend. The 1,000,000 mark is the next target, and it would be no surprise to see that surpassed over the course of the festival before its conclusion on June 9th. # GGPoker Continuing to Grow With the huge numbers being seen on the site, it is clear now more than ever that we are in the midst of a new poker boom. Popularity is at a high close to, or clearing the highs that came before the Black Friday crash. May 3rd saw the number of players continue to grow as the action unfolded. GGPoker posted on X about crossing the 700,000 player threshold, which was the site’s largest turnout. It was only a matter of hours before that number ballooned to 900,000. Since then, the premier online poker platform saw 900,000 players take to the felt simultaneously on Friday, May 8th, matching the turnout set on the opening day of the World Series. # The World Festival Effect Online poker operators always see an influx of traffic when a major series is on. Whether it’s SCOOP or WCOOP on PokerStars, or the World Festival on GGPoker, these events are what get online poker players’ blood really pumping. With bumper fields and prize pools, there is more potential value up for grabs. This installment of the World Festival is the biggest yet to date on GGPoker or any online poker site. The series first came to the online felt in 2023, with a $200,000,000 guarantee across 1,000 tournaments at four different buy-in tiers. $200,000,000 was an incredibly ambitious target, but it was matched and surpassed. Ultimately, $239,000,000 was distributed to players over the series that year. The following year, GGPoker upped the numbers again, this time to $250,000,000. The result was the same; the guarantee was smashed, this time $331,000,000 was won by players across 1,600 tournaments. It is estimated that around 5,500,000 entries were made across the tournament series, making it one of the largest online poker series ever. This series success came from expansion, with the inclusion of the ever-popular Mystery Bounty format, “Omaholic” events for four-card players, and the Asian-themed Zodiac events. 2025 saw GGPoker keep the lofty $250,000,000 guarantee, which was smashed once more. $324,000,000 was won by players across the wide buy-in range, with 5,600,000 entrants taking to the virtual tables in series events. By this point, the World Festival was penciled into the calendars of most online grinders, and there is no doubt that the series has had an instrumental effect on GGPoker’s resounding popularity to this day. Fast forward one more year, and the $300,000,000 guarantee became a statement of intent from the Natural8 network client. It will be no surprise to see that this guarantee is smashed come the end of the series, as the World Festival has become the biggest recurring online poker tournament series. # A Look at What Is to Come There is still plenty of action to come from the GGPoker World Festival. Here is a look at some of the notable tournaments at the lower end of the buy-in spectrum that will be taking place over the week. Expect great value, massive fields, and bounty action! * $5.50 Bounty Hunters Mega Main $100k GTD (11/05) * $5.50 Deepstack Turbo $50k GTD (12/05) * $5.50 Wednesday Wonderbox \[Mystery Bounty\] $100k GTD (13/05) * $5.50 Bounty Hunters Daily Main \[9-Max\] $100k GTD (14/05) * $5.50 Bounty Hunters Daily Main \[Deep Turbo\] $75k GTD (15/05) * $10 Bounty Hunters \[Deepstack Turbo\] $100k GTD (15/05) * $5.50 Bounty Hunters Daily Main \[Big Bounties\] $100k GTD (16/05) * $10 Sunday Kickstarter \[Bounty\] $100k GTD (17/05) * $5.50 Sunday Showdown Asia \[Mystery Bounty\] $100,000 GTD (17/05) * $5.50 Bounty Hunters Sunday Main Event $100k GTD (17/05) * $10 Sunday Showdown \[Mystery Bounty\] $150k GTD **Source**: [https://www.pokerlistings.com/news/ggpoker-hits-900000-concurrent-players-during-the-world-festival](https://www.pokerlistings.com/news/ggpoker-hits-900000-concurrent-players-during-the-world-festival) by [Patrick Cole](https://www.pokerlistings.com/author/patrickcole)

So today I played online and I won really fast on slots up over 300$ in 10 minutes never happened before so fast haha so I decided to withdraw the money and it’s been pending for 4 hours now I have played on this app for years never ever waited over 20 minutes for approval for withdrawal this seems super suspicious to me I have cashed out over 1400$ usd a few times took 10-15 minutes for approval but today 4 hours and counting wtf

Bem não sei se aqui se adequa ao que procuro mas como o titulo indica procuro comprar portátil ou mesmo tablet o mais barato possível e não de grandes dimensões que me sirva para o seguinte: \-Uso de whatsapp, facebook e pouco mais; \-Guardar pequenos vídeos e fotos; \-Jogar Pokerstars com uso de software de apoio ou seja conhecido HUD (HM3), contudo este uso seria bastante esporádico visto ter desktop para esta função. Não tenho orçamento especifico mas queria gastar o mínimo possível contudo com um equipamento com alguma qualidade.

Pra já deixar claro: ninguém com mais de 13 anos e bom caráter admira o Neymar. Ele é um cara mimado, mal educado, grosso, desonesto, desleal, tacanho, chucro e tosco que já não joga mais bola e que chegou onde chegou principalmente por ser muito marketável. A seleção, queira você ou não, vai perder com ou sem ele. Isso é fato. O tópico não é para discutir isso. Dito isso, alguns motivos para ele ir: \- **Imagina que delícia**, mas que delícia, **ver ele ser humilhado**: levando caneta do pior jogador da Suazilândia e brigando com o cara; **vomitando no canto do campo porque ficou a noite passada inteira bebendo balalaika do cu de 5 putas** que o pai dele ajudou a trazer pra concentração; virando os dois joelhos para trás numa dividida com um jogador raquítico porque ele está fora de forma, só joga pôquer e CS e não consegue mais pegar nem 20kg no leg press; brigando com o gandula depois que ele perdeu um gol sem goleiro, a 30cm da rede. \- Pensa só **que gostoso**, depois desse vexame todo, **ver ele perder patrocínios** de Nike, Havan, PokerStars, Kalunga, FatalModel, Desentupidora RolaBosta, Ypê ou a marca aleatória que ainda coloque dinheiro naquele gordo calvo. \- **Se ele não for convocado, os Brunos D'Lucas que vivem agarrados nas bolas dele e os minions na imprensa e na Internet no geral vão ficar mongoloideando que "*****se o Neymar tivesse ido, a gente teria ganhado*****".** Na moralzinha, ver a queda do Neymar seria mais gostoso do que ver a seleção ganhando a Copa. Muito mais moralmente satisfatório. Eu acho que isso até traria paz política pro nosso país. Neymar é bilionário e a chance dele se dar mal na vida fora dos campos é zero. Deus não pune ricos. Mas, dentro do campo, a história é diferente e o karma pode agir. Por favor, Ancelotti: faça o trabalho de Deus e chame o menino Ney. Traga alegria para o Brasil.

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[**AI Poker Coach**](https://www.jenova.ai/a/poker-coach) gives you $500/hour-caliber poker coaching on demand — hand analysis, leak identification, drill scenarios, and mental game frameworks for every format from $0.01/$0.02 microstakes to high-roller MTTs. Whether you're learning hand rankings for the first time or refining your GTO strategy against tough regulars, this AI meets you exactly where you are and builds you into a stronger, more independent player. ✅ Street-by-street hand analysis with range-based reasoning ✅ Adaptive skill calibration — beginner through expert ✅ All formats: NLH cash, MTTs, PLO, Sit & Gos, live and online ✅ Mental game coaching: tilt taxonomy, bankroll management, session planning ✅ Drill mode with progressive difficulty and leak detection The online poker market is projected to grow from [**$3.86 billion in 2024 to $6.90 billion by 2030**](https://www.grandviewresearch.com/industry-analysis/online-poker-market-report), and with that growth comes an increasingly competitive player pool. To understand why having a coach in your pocket matters more than ever, let's look at what makes improving at poker so difficult. https://preview.redd.it/iy0o1rs7u80h1.png?width=1818&format=png&auto=webp&s=92a014f59e9d3e903aa83ee86aea54ac3615e13f # Quick Answer: What Is AI Poker Coach? [**AI Poker Coach**](https://www.jenova.ai/a/poker-coach) **is an elite-level poker coaching AI that analyzes hands, identifies leaks, runs drill scenarios, and teaches strategy across all formats and skill levels — instantly.** **Key capabilities:** * Parses hand histories from PokerStars, GGPoker, Winamax, and natural language descriptions * Adapts coaching depth from beginner explanations to advanced GTO analysis * Runs interactive drill scenarios with progressive difficulty * Provides structured mental game frameworks for tilt, bankroll management, and study planning # The Problem: Why Most Poker Players Plateau Poker is provably a game of skill over sufficient volume. A landmark study analyzing [**456 million player-hand observations**](https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4346402/) found that skill dominates chance after approximately 1,500 hands of play — and that the performance gap between the top and bottom percentile of players averaged **21.2 bb/100**. The same research found that [**only about 37.5% of players would be profitable even without rake**](https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4346402/), meaning the majority of players are making systematic strategic errors. Yet despite the clear evidence that skill drives results, most players struggle to improve. Here's why: * **No structured feedback loop** – You play hundreds of hands but rarely know which decisions cost you money * **Information overload** – Strategy content is everywhere, but it's fragmented, contradictory, and rarely personalized * **Expensive coaching** – Quality human coaches charge $200-$500/hour, putting consistent access out of reach for most players * **Study-play imbalance** – Players grind volume without targeted study, or study without applying concepts at the table * **Mental game neglect** – Tilt, bankroll mismanagement, and emotional decision-making silently destroy win rates # 📉 The Feedback Problem In most competitive pursuits, you receive immediate, clear feedback on your performance. A basketball player sees the shot miss. A chess player loses the game. In poker, **variance obscures feedback**. You can make the mathematically correct decision and lose money for weeks. You can make terrible decisions and run hot. This means players develop **results-oriented thinking** — one of the most destructive cognitive biases in poker. They judge decisions by outcomes rather than process, reinforcing bad habits when they get lucky and abandoning correct strategies when they run poorly. > The persistence of skill is real — but only for players who develop genuine strategic understanding, not those relying on intuition or outdated advice. # 💸 The Cost Barrier Professional poker coaching remains one of the most expensive forms of performance coaching in any competitive discipline. At the stakes most players compete at — micro and low stakes — spending $300 on a coaching session might represent an entire month's bankroll. This creates a paradox: the players who need coaching most can afford it least. # 🧠 The Mental Game Gap Research by poker mental game coach Jared Tendler, referenced on [PokerStrategy.com](https://www.pokerstrategy.com/strategy/poker-psychology/common-learning-errors/), identifies common learning errors that prevent improvement: players expose themselves to strategy content without deliberately practicing specific skills, confuse familiarity with understanding, and fail to identify the root causes of their mistakes. # The Solution: An Elite Poker Coach That Adapts to You [**AI Poker Coach**](https://www.jenova.ai/a/poker-coach) solves these problems by providing on-demand, personalized coaching that meets you at your exact skill level and adjusts as you improve. It doesn't just answer questions — it builds better poker thinkers. |Traditional Coaching|AI Poker Coach| |:-|:-| |$200-$500/hour sessions|Available 24/7 at a fraction of the cost| |Scheduled appointments, limited availability|Instant analysis whenever you need it| |One coach's philosophy and blind spots|GTO-informed foundation with exploitative overlays, contextualized by stakes| |Generic advice for your "level"|Organic skill calibration that adapts to your actual understanding| |Hand review limited to session time|Unlimited hand analysis with cross-hand pattern recognition| |Mental game addressed reactively|Structured tilt taxonomy, BRM frameworks, and session planning built in| |Study plan delivered once|Ongoing leak identification and prioritized improvement tracking| # 🎯 Organic Skill Calibration Unlike traditional coaching platforms that ask you to self-assess (which players consistently misjudge), [this AI](https://www.jenova.ai/a/poker-coach) reads your actual language and questions to determine your level. Use terms like "pot odds" and "position" correctly? It knows you have intermediate fundamentals. Reference combinatorics, polarized ranges, and minimum defense frequency? It shifts to advanced GTO analysis. The calibration isn't static — it adjusts throughout the session and soft-confirms its assessment: *"Based on our conversation, I'm reading you as a solid intermediate NLH player working on postflop fundamentals — does that track?"* # 🧮 GTO-Pragmatic Philosophy The coach uses a pragmatic strategic hierarchy that mirrors how the best human coaches actually think: 1. **GTO-informed play** as the strategic backbone 2. **Exploitative adjustments** layered when you describe specific opponents or player pool tendencies 3. **Stakes contextualization** — at microstakes, heavy exploitation prints more money; at higher stakes, GTO awareness is survival 4. **Transparent tension** — *"The theoretically correct play here is to call. But against this villain type at $1/2 live, folding is probably more profitable because..."* # 🔍 Active Leak Detection The coach tracks up to three active leaks at any time — specific, actionable weaknesses like "overcalling river bets as a bluff-catcher" or "passive play in 3-bet pots out of position." When a leak is addressed through demonstrated improvement, it rotates out and the next most impactful leak takes its place. This mirrors how top human coaches prioritize: fix what's costing you the most money first. # How It Works: From First Hand to Structured Improvement Getting started with [AI Poker Coach](https://www.jenova.ai/a/poker-coach) is straightforward. Here's the typical workflow: **Step 1: Share a Hand or Ask a Question** Paste a hand history directly from PokerStars, GGPoker, or any major platform — or simply describe the hand in natural language. The coach parses both formats fluently. > If key details are missing, the coach asks clarifying questions rather than guessing — position, stack depths, reads on the opponent, and tournament vs. cash context all change the correct answer. **Step 2: Receive Street-by-Street Analysis** The coach breaks down the hand decision by decision: was your preflop sizing correct? How does the board texture interact with both ranges? What does villain's check-raise represent? It gives a clear recommendation backed by reasoning, then explains the underlying principle so you understand *why*, not just *what*. For advanced players, the analysis incorporates combo counting, range polarization, and solver-informed reasoning. For beginners, it focuses on building intuition with plain language and concrete examples. **Step 3: Enter Drill Mode for Targeted Practice** Ask the coach to run drills focused on your identified weaknesses. It presents realistic scenarios — preflop decisions, postflop spots, bet-sizing puzzles, ICM situations — calibrated to your skill level. > The coach presents the scenario, waits for your answer, then analyzes your reasoning. Over multiple drills, it identifies accuracy patterns and updates your active leaks accordingly. **Step 4: Build a Study Plan** The coach can generate structured study plans, bankroll tracking spreadsheets, session planning templates, and range charts — all tailored to your format, stakes, and identified leaks. These downloadable documents give you a framework for improvement beyond the coaching session itself. **Step 5: Address the Mental Game** Mention tilt, frustration, or a bad run, and the coach addresses it before returning to strategy. It identifies the *specific type* of tilt (entitlement, revenge, winner's, desperation) and provides targeted countermeasures — not generic "just take a break" advice. # Results: Real-World Use Cases https://preview.redd.it/hopzrtscu80h1.png?width=1816&format=png&auto=webp&s=4503184a5148b9288a83a8223148b9ed2c8f21ca # 📊 Micro-Stakes Cash Game Grinder **Scenario:** An online player grinding $0.10/$0.25 NLH 6-max wants to move up to $0.25/$0.50 but keeps breaking even. **Traditional approach:** Watch hours of generic strategy videos, post hands on Reddit forums, wait days for feedback from strangers with unknown credentials. [**AI Poker Coach**](https://www.jenova.ai/a/poker-coach)**:** Analyzes 5-10 key hands from recent sessions, identifies that the player consistently overvalues top pair on wet boards and doesn't adjust c-bet frequency by board texture. Tracks these as active leaks, runs targeted drills on board texture reading, and creates a structured study plan prioritizing postflop decision-making. * Personalized leak identification instead of generic advice * Drill scenarios targeting specific weaknesses * Bankroll management guidance for shot-taking at the next stake # 💼 Live $1/$2 Recreational Player **Scenario:** A weekend player at the local casino wants to stop being "the fish at the table" but doesn't know where to start. **Traditional approach:** Buy a poker book written for online players, try to apply concepts designed for HUD-tracked environments to a live setting with physical tells and different population tendencies. [**AI Poker Coach's capabilities**](https://www.jenova.ai/a/poker-coach)**:** Calibrates to beginner-intermediate level organically, teaches fundamental concepts in plain language — starting with position, hand selection, and pot odds. Contextualizes everything for live play: slower pace, live-specific population tendencies (players call too much at $1/$2 live), and practical tips like table selection and session time management. * Concepts explained in accessible language with concrete examples * Live-specific strategic adjustments * Session planning templates with stop-loss/stop-win frameworks # 📱 Tournament Player Preparing for a Major Event **Scenario:** An intermediate player registered for a $500 buy-in MTT and wants to sharpen ICM awareness and final table strategy. **Traditional approach:** Hire a coach for one or two pre-tournament sessions at $300+ per session, review a handful of hands, and hope the advice sticks. [**This AI-powered coach**](https://www.jenova.ai/a/poker-coach)**:** Runs extensive ICM-focused drill scenarios — bubble play, pay jump leverage, short-stack strategy, and final table dynamics. Teaches chip EV vs. $EV distinctions, explains when to deviate from GTO based on payout structures, and provides mental game preparation for the pressure of deep runs. * Unlimited ICM drill scenarios at progressive difficulty * Tournament-specific strategy adaptation * Pre-session mental preparation frameworks # 🎯 Advanced Player Refining GTO Understanding **Scenario:** A winning player at $1/$2 online wants to understand *why* certain solver outputs recommend specific actions, not just memorize frequencies. **Traditional approach:** Purchase solver software, spend hours setting up hand trees, struggle to interpret outputs without guidance. **AI Poker Coach:** Explains solver logic in context — why the solver splits a range on certain board textures, what drives bet-sizing decisions, how node-locking works for exploitative adjustments. Pushes the player's thinking with Socratic questions: *"Before I give you the answer — what do you think villain's check-raise range looks like on this board, and how does that change your equity?"* * Solver-informed reasoning without requiring solver software * Socratic coaching that builds independent thinking * Advanced concepts: range polarization, indifference, MDF application # Frequently Asked Questions # Is AI Poker Coach free to use? Yes, you can [try AI Poker Coach](https://www.jenova.ai/a/poker-coach) with free-tier access on Jenova. Free users get limited usage per billing cycle, while paid plans offer significantly more volume for serious study sessions. # Can AI Poker Coach analyze my hand history files? Yes. Paste hand histories directly from major platforms like PokerStars, GGPoker, Winamax, 888, and WPT Global. You can also describe hands in natural language — the coach will ask clarifying questions if key details are missing. # How is AI Poker Coach different from free strategy content on YouTube or forums? Free content is generic and fragmented. [AI Poker Coach](https://www.jenova.ai/a/poker-coach) provides *personalized* coaching — it calibrates to your specific skill level, identifies your individual leaks, runs drill scenarios targeting your weaknesses, and adapts its strategic advice to your format and stakes. It's the difference between reading a textbook and having a private tutor. # Does AI Poker Coach work for Pot-Limit Omaha and tournaments? Yes. It covers all major formats: No-Limit Hold'em cash games and tournaments, Pot-Limit Omaha, Sit & Gos, Spin & Gos, and mixed games. Strategy is adapted to format-specific considerations — ICM for tournaments, deep-stack dynamics for cash, equity distribution for PLO. # Is the advice GTO-based or exploitative? Both, applied pragmatically. The coach uses GTO-informed play as the strategic foundation and layers exploitative adjustments when you describe specific opponents or player pool tendencies. It always explains the tension between theoretically correct play and practically profitable play at your stake level. # Does AI Poker Coach work on mobile? Yes. Full feature parity across web, iOS, and Android — you can review hands, run drills, or work through strategy concepts from your phone between sessions or even at the table between tournaments. # Conclusion: Stop Guessing, Start Coaching Research confirms that poker is a skill game over meaningful sample sizes — the top percentile of players outperform the bottom by [**21.2 bb/100 on average**](https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4346402/). The difference between winning and losing players isn't talent or luck; it's structured feedback, targeted study, and disciplined mental game management. [**AI Poker Coach**](https://www.jenova.ai/a/poker-coach) delivers all three — street-by-street hand analysis, adaptive drill scenarios, active leak tracking, and deep mental game frameworks — at a fraction of the cost of traditional coaching and available whenever you're ready to work on your game. Whether you're learning pot odds for the first time or refining your solver-informed strategy at mid-stakes, this is the coach that meets you where you are and pushes you where you need to go. [**Get started with AI Poker Coach →**](https://www.jenova.ai/a/poker-coach) https://preview.redd.it/l18rasp5u80h1.png?width=1335&format=png&auto=webp&s=638b70ee66af5e18ad7e1b99536e79ddc2d24b61 Jenova is the most powerful AI agent platform in the world. Access a universe of expert agents for every domain, or create your own in minutes.

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ACR Poker just dropped the schedule for the May 2026 OSS and it's a serious one. We've broken down the full series below, plus how it stacks up against the other big online MTT series running this spring, and which buy-ins are worth firing. Full schedule and breakdown on our site: [https://www.vip-grinders.com/news/acr-poker-online-super-series-20m-may-2026/](https://www.vip-grinders.com/news/acr-poker-online-super-series-20m-may-2026/) # The headline numbers * **$20,000,000+ guaranteed** * **171 tournaments** across 15 days * **May 11 to May 25, 2026** * **No Fridays or Saturdays.** ACR purposely left those off the schedule so casual grinders aren't picking between OSS and live weekend games. * **Buy-ins from $5.50 to $2,650** so genuinely every bankroll has events to fire # The three Main Events This is the part that's getting people talking. ACR is running **three separate Main Events** at different price points instead of forcing everyone into one buy-in. |Main Event|Buy-in|Guarantee|Day 1 Flights|Final Day| |:-|:-|:-|:-|:-| |**High Roller Main**|$2,650|$1.5M GTD|Sun May 17 + Sun May 24|Mon May 25| |**Mid Main**|$1,050|$1.5M GTD|Sun May 17 + Sun May 24|Mon May 25| |**Low Main**|$215|$1M GTD|Sun May 17 + Sun May 24|Mon May 25| |Mini Main|$66|$250K GTD|Sun May 24|Mon May 25| A $215 buy-in with $1M GTD is the one we'd flag for most regs. Last year's equivalent overlay-hunted hard. # Other flagship events worth blocking off * **$630 multi-flight, $1M GTD** running through the series * **Mystery Bounty events** at $750K, $150K, and $75K GTDs * Plenty of low and mid-stakes daily flagships in the $11 to $109 range to keep the schedule active outside the Sunday majors # ACR OSS vs other May 2026 online series |Series|Network|Total GTD|Events|Main Event GTD|Buy-in Range| |:-|:-|:-|:-|:-|:-| |**ACR Online Super Series**|Winning Poker Network|**$20M+**|171|$1.5M ($2,650)|$5.50 to $2,650| |GGPoker WSOP Online side series|GGPoker|Varies weekly|\~60|Varies|Mid-stakes focused| |PokerStars MicroMillions style|PokerStars|\~$5M|100+|$200K range|$0.55 to $11| |WPT Global Mystery Bounty Series|WPT Global|\~$3M to $5M|50 to 80|$300K typical|$5 to $1,050| |partypoker SPINS Series|partypoker|Smaller|30 to 50|$100K range|Low to mid| The ACR OSS is the **biggest US-facing online series of the month** by a wide margin, and the only one with a $1.5M Main Event accessible at a sub-$3K buy-in. # How to actually play it (for value, not just for fun) 1. **Pick your Main.** The three-tier setup means you don't have to overshoot your roll. Mid-stakes grinders should look hard at the $215 / $1M GTD. 2. **Hit satellites early.** Buy-ins start as low as $5.50 and qualifiers run all series. Even the High Roller Main has a path in for under $50 if you ladder properly. 3. **Skip Fridays and Saturdays.** ACR did. So can you. Recharge for Sunday majors. 4. **Stack rakeback on top.** This is where most players leave money on the table. ACR runs the Elite Benefits program, but most pros sign up under affiliate deals to push effective rakeback higher. We have an exclusive ACR rakeback deal active for OSS players if you don't already have one running. The $20M in volume is going to generate a lot of rake on its own. # About this OSS ACR's OSS is one of the few U.S.-friendly online series with prize pools that rival those of GG, Stars, and WPT Global. The three Main Events with separate buy-ins are a genuinely good design. Most networks force you into one main event and call it a day. ACR is effectively saying, "Pick the Main that matches your bankroll." If you're going to put in volume in May 2026, this is the series we'd build a schedule around. We're around in the comments for the usual stuff: which Main Event to fire for your roll, how to ladder satellites efficiently, expected overlay on the smaller events, and whether the $215 path or the $66 Mini is better $/EV. Good luck on the felt.

I'm a regular sports bettor from Texas trying to access DraftKings and other gambling sites that are blocked in my state. I tested over 20 Best VPNs for gambling and sports betting in US to see which ones actually work with platforms without getting detected or blocked. Also a lot of states in the US have restricted a lot of good sites, so even if it is legal in the state you have access to one good site which is bs in my opinion. After extensive testing, here's what I found: NordVPN had a 95% success rate across different gambling sites Proton VPN matched NordVPN's performance with a 95% success rate **How to use a VPN for sports betting** 1. Choose a reliable gambling VPN. Based on my tests, the cheapest [NordVPN plan (currently 76% Off) ](https://productfinder.team/nordvpn-discount/)worked smoothly for accessing geo-restricted betting platforms from restricted locations. 2. Download and install the VPN app on your device. 3. Connect to a server in a region where sports betting is legal, such as New Jersey, Michigan, or Canada. 4. Clear your cookies to remove old location data. 5. Log in to the sports betting site and play as usual. This also works for other countries where some sites are blocked you can just connect to Canada. **The most reliable server locations are:** New Jersey (Trenton and Newark) Michigan (Detroit) Pennsylvania (Philadelphia) Connecticut (New Haven) **Online gambling laws vary significantly by state. As of 2026:** Only 8 states have fully legalized online casinos: New Jersey, Delaware, Michigan, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, Rhode Island, West Virginia, and Maine 39 states allow some form of sports betting States like Texas, California, Utah, and Hawaii still have complete bans on online gambling **Full list of all the states and restrictions on gambling and sportsbetting:** |**Where online casino is legal:**|CT, DE, MI, NJ, PA, RI, WV, ME| |:-|:-| |**Where sportsbook is legal:**|AZ, AR, CO, CT, IL, IN, IA, KS, KY, LA (55/64 parishes), MD, MA, MI, MO, NJ, NY, NC, OH, PA, TN, VT, VA, WV, WY, DE (only: BetRivers), FL (only: Hard Rock Bet), ME (two operators: Caesars, DraftKings), NV (in-person reg), NH (only: DraftKings), OR (only: DraftKings), RI (state-run), DC (multi-operator)| |**States where online gambling is fully illegal:**|AL, AK, CA, GA, HI, ID, MN, OK, SC, TX, UT| |**States where online sports betting is heavily restricted:**|MS (mobile only on casino property), MT (mobile only at licensed retail locations), NE (retail only at licensed racetrack casinos), NM (tribal casinos only), ND (tribal casinos only), SD (limited to Deadwood and certain tribal lands), WA (mobile only on tribal casino property), WI (legalized, but not yet live; tribal casinos only for now)| Also I tried more VPNs to see which of them have solid servers in different states for sportsbetting: |**VPN**|**Total Servers**|**US Servers**|**Gambling-Legal State Coverage**| |:-|:-|:-|:-| |Proton VPN|19,836+|Multiple|NJ, MI, IL, PA| |NordVPN|9,200+|3,388+ (55 cities)|NJ, PA, MI, IL, CT, NV| |Surfshark|4,500+|600+|NJ, MI, PA, IL, CT| |IPVanish|3,200+|Multiple|NJ, MI, PA, IL, NV, CT| |TotalVPN|1,800+|Limited|NYC, LA, Chicago| **Which sites worked with vpn in US:** DraftKings FanDuel BetMGM Stake PokerStars Bet365 William Hill 888sport Roobet Rainbet Has anyone else had success using VPNs for gambling sites in 2026? I'm particularly curious about experiences with accessing international betting sites or if anyone's found better server locations than the ones I tested.

Hello, quick story to open some players eyes. I played for a few years at ggpoker under the nick III PRO III and I never had any issues. One day in 2023 October, I decided to contact ggpoker security team to have my account real name verified “R Martins”. I got an email from them saying they found out my IP and Machine was linked to 15 accounts created recently and if I ever create another account I’d be banned for life. I told them they are probably confusing me with someone else due to my real name verification and I never had any other accounts. They ended up verifying my real name account. One month later they sent me an email saying I was banned for life. I was like, what the hell? I explained them everything but they don’t listen, apparently they have to be right at all costs. 2 years forward I created an account with Olybet another skin and I was fully KYC and I linked to my GGpass. And I got my old account back. I thought that maybe they had lifted the ban due to their past mistake. Today when I tried to log in my account was frozen. No point to even contact them, I already know where this is going. For everyone who is reading this, I give you my honest word I never broke any rules or had any accounts or anything. I have accounts in pokerstars, 888 poker, CoinPoker, WPT global, party poker I never had a single issue. I can say with 100% certainty that ggpoker security is incompetent. They never reply to emails or want to listen to my side of the story.

I had my account (EU/GR) suspended due to 12 months of inactivity. I now wish to resume playing on that account. The problem is that there's no one to contact, in order to have my account unblocked: * The suspension notification email recommends contacting the help center (chatbot) in order to proceed with the unblocking. * The help center then asks if I received a suspension notification email. If I answer yes, then it instructs me to go to follow the email's instructions, hence leading to an infinite loop. If I answer no, then a help form appears, which I have filled in many times, with no response. I can find no other avenues of communication to reach a functioning Pokerstars support. Is there anyone here with a similar experience, or that knows how to contact a Pokerstars human agent, via email, phone or in any other way? Any help is very much appreciated!

https://preview.redd.it/rdb6blg7lizg1.jpg?width=2048&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=223e424af1a63e6e0d86894a3addda6d0f4ddbbd Kulev entered the 9-max with 43 bb. It was an [unofficial final table](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bL-VxQEPBhY), as ITM started from 6th place. Here’s how the action unfolded. # Alex Kulev was lucky to survive the bubble €250K Super High Roller EPT Monte Carlo Stephen Chidwick was eliminated in 9th place: he lost a flip with KQo vs JJ of Christopher Nguyen, pot 33 bb. Enrico Camosci finished 8th, getting it in for 6 bb with Q5o vs 66 of Orpen Kisacikoglu. On the direct bubble, Alex Kulev got it in with A8o vs AKo of Biao Ding, pot 22 bb — an eight on the flop. Alex Kulev survives the bubble (source: youtube.com/@PokerStars) Ding was left with 0.4 bb and was eliminated in the very next hand. Artur Martirosian finished 6th. He lost an all-in with AQo vs A5o of Nguyen, a five on the flop, pot 26 bb. Orpen Kisacikoglu took 5th place: got it in with A4o vs 55 of Kulev, pot 18 bb, board 34532. Aleksejs Ponakovs finished 4th. On the board 4 9 J , facing a raise from Kulev, he shoved 13.5 bb, Kulev called with Q J . Christopher Nguyen finished 3rd. Facing an open from Bryn Kenney, he shoved 19 bb with 10 7 , Kenney called with A J . Board A K 8 9 10 . Nguyen was left with 0.2 bb. He won two hands — his stack grew to 6 bb, but eventually he still lost all his chips to Kenney. In heads-up, Kulev and Kenney agreed to a deal. They left €111,740 and the trophy to play for. The heads-up lasted two hands. In the final one, Kenney called off all his chips on the turn with a flush draw and third pair against Kulev’s two pair. # €250K Super High Roller EPT Monte-Carlo Payouts (38 entries total): |Position|Player|Payout| |:-|:-|:-| |1|Alex Kulev|€2,786,332\*| |2|Bryn Kenney|€2,520,268\*| |3|Christopher Nguyen|€1,443,100| |4|Aleksejs Ponakovs|€1,070,700| |5|Orpen Kisacikoglu|€837,900| |6|Artur Martirosian|€651,700| This is the best cash of Kulev’s career. Before that, his top result was $2,556,000 for winning the $100K Triton Montenegro 2024. It is also the third “spade” for Kulev; he won the previous two at the Monte Carlo series as well: • 2023 — €100K EPT Super High Roller (€1,036,287\*) • 2024 — €30K NLH Warm Up (€633,385) # Watch the €100K Cash Game Invitational today at 1:00 PM GMT Watch on [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BZNFw1QKVOE) or [Twitch](http://twitch.tv/pokerstars). EPT streams continue. Today, we’ll be featuring something unusual: the €100K Cash Game Invitational. Who will be at the table is still unknown. The only thing the stream title says is “€1M WINNER TAKES ALL.” **Source**: [https://www.pokerlistings.com/news/alex-kulev-wins-250k-super-high-roller-ept-monte-carlo](https://www.pokerlistings.com/news/alex-kulev-wins-250k-super-high-roller-ept-monte-carlo) by [Alex Sakuta](https://www.pokerlistings.com/author/alex_s)

Ciao a tutti! Volevo condividere una curiosità e capire se anche voi notate questa particolarità con il vostro account. Quando partecipo a sit&go a soldi reali, ultimamente non riesco ad arrivare al final table o quantomeno in bolla. Invece, quando gioco con ticket gratuiti con esempio con il Powerpath, spesso riesco a vincere e arrivare al final table. Vi capita anche a voi di avere esperienze simili? Pensate che sia una questione mentale o c'è qualcosa di strano in gioco? Aspetto le vostre opinioni e esperienze!

Curious about this one 250 Tournament (in for 25 sat) They come up short on the guarantee so min cash is 630. Im 30/54 paying 47. UTG opens to 2.2 LJ calls (both over 40 BB) H HJ shoves 14.6 BB with KK. UTG folds LJ tank calls with TT and hits a set on ATx board. Im wondering if this is a spot where maybe I could have made it 10 and left 4.6 back for a board like this one so close to the bubble. At the time I figured I wanted to maximize fold equity as my range should be pretty nutted here.

Running PokerStars on laptop with Windows 11. Unable to choose face card showing full pips. The graphic shows only the suit and number. The other 5 face card setting show up correctly. Only the full pip selection shows the wrong graphic. I installed the software on a different computer with exactly the same problem. Fanduel support keeps sending me generic suggestions about operating system, client update, graphics card instead of checking the bad link. Anyone have the same problem? Thanks.

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The title says it all. I switched to PS on FanDuel when PS stopped offering poker. Within two weeks of joining FD, my account became inaccessible. After emailing and chatting with bots several times they informed me that my account was flagged for fraud, stating that I was using spoofing software to play in other states. No proof, no follow up, no way to access my money. I played for years on PS with zero problems. Anyone else run into this? Any resolution?

Today in PokerStars Tournament **#3994842165**, I was suddenly logged out/disconnected even though my internet connection was working. After logging back in, I was seated and dealt live hands, including **A♠A♥** and **A♦K♦**, but my status was forced to **“Sitting Out”**. When I clicked **“I’m Back”**, the client showed: > So I was logged in, present, and trying to play, but PokerStars blocked me from acting while blinds, antes, and hands continued. This looks like a false or overly broad implementation of the German §6h GlüStV rule. That rule is meant to prevent parallel play or provider switching — not to block a player from reconnecting to the same running tournament after an unexplained logout. What makes this even worse: regular support does not seem to care or offer any meaningful help. A standard support reply does not fix the fact that a player can lose real tournament equity while being physically present and actively trying to play. For MTTs, this is unacceptable. Five minutes can destroy a stack, cost premium hands, and cause direct financial damage. PokerStars must explain whether this was legally required exactly this way or caused by their own implementation. Reconnects to the same running tournament should not be treated like provider switching or parallel play. Screenshots show: logged in, seated, dealt premium hands, forced sitting out, and return attempt blocked. https://preview.redd.it/2oqwyggh00zg1.png?width=1536&format=png&auto=webp&s=a17062a77d681f84446b5fd639286586f477fbf2 https://preview.redd.it/evjpeyti00zg1.png?width=1536&format=png&auto=webp&s=b1693f37622e213aea5b4435d9ef8271f1b83c4f

https://preview.redd.it/y5wqmyffnwyg1.jpg?width=1440&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=3041fb327bf5507cde5a332bf7b583f7c5fa18fe The iconic [PokerStars](https://www.pokerlistings.com/poker-sites/poker-stars) will be celebrating its 25th Anniversary through May and June with the $50 million guaranteed Anniversary Series. Running from May 10 to June 3, the schedule includes a diverse range of variants, formats, and buy-ins over the 461 tournaments. Here is a look at what is on offer over what is set to be a busy month on the online poker streets. # Tournaments For All Pockets PokerStars has a wide range of buy-ins for all budgets, starting at $5.50 to the high stakes of $15,000. As per usual, there will be satellites to the tournaments, so those looking for a discounted buy-in or a potential shot at it will have access to multiple satellites for each tournament. The lowest satellite buy-ins will be $0.55 for the $5.50 buy-in tournaments. # Highlights The schedule is action-packed, with plenty for players to sink their teeth into in the upcoming event. One of which will be the $11 Sunday Storm, which is celebrating its [15th Anniversary with a Phased Edition](https://www.pokerlistings.com/news/pokerstars-celebrates-15th-anniversary-of-the-sunday-storm-with-500k-gtd-edition) of the PokerStars staple. Coming with a $500,000 guarantee and five phases a day until its start on May 10, it is well worth trying to bag a stack for Phase 2. Also on May 10th, Mystery Bounties, the $22 Mystery Sunday Special comes with a $300,000 guarantee, half of which will be put into the virtual Mystery Bounty briefcase. Levels run for 15 minutes until registration closes, after which they will be 12 minutes long. Registration will be open for 4 hours, and play will break for Day 2, 7 hours and 50 minutes after the tournaments start. The tournament kicks off at 5.30 p.m. GMT, and there will be a plethora of satellites available in the build-up. There is also an $11 Mystery Bounty on May 10th, starting at 3.05 p.m. GMT with a $125,000 guarantee. Levels run for 12 minutes until registration closes, after which they will be 15 minutes long. Registration will be open for 3 hours and 5 minutes from the tournament’s start. # Main Events For the high-roller readers amongst us, here are the Main Events that will see $6,000,000 in prize money distributed to players. |Main Event – Low|$109|$1,500,000| |:-|:-|:-| |Main Event – Medium|$1,050|$2,500,000| |Main Event – High|$5,200|$2,000,000| # Lucky Dip and Leaderboards To continue the celebrations, PokerStars will be dishing out $650,000 in Lucky Dip tickets across the series. There will be an additional $100,000 in cash prizes to be won in Leaderboards. There will be three tiers: low, medium, and high. An overall Player of the Series winner will be crowned come the conclusion of the Anniversary Series. **Source**: [https://www.pokerlistings.com/news/pokerstars-to-celebrate-25th-anniversary-with-50m-in-guaranteed-prize-money](https://www.pokerlistings.com/news/pokerstars-to-celebrate-25th-anniversary-with-50m-in-guaranteed-prize-money) by [Patrick Cole](https://www.pokerlistings.com/author/patrickcole)

Hello all! There's another new episode of The Tens and Aces Podcast on our today.  In Episode 134, I sit down with Doug, an advantage player, software developer, and founder of savvyscrath.com. Doug’s incredible journey connects multiple worlds- online and live poker, blackjack, machine advantage play, comp hustling, and even a tech-driven edge in lottery scratcher ticket prediction. This episode explores how data, networking, and innovation can transform gambling into a measurable skill and even a profession. Even if this specific angle on the world isn't the way you AP, I absolutely believe that the how and why of how edges and angles are found are absolutely transferable to many types of AP play.  Doug began in the golden age of internet poker, grinding on Full Tilt Poker and PokerStars before the 2011 “Black Friday” crackdown reshaped the landscape. Transitioning to live poker, Doug’s curiosity led him into blackjack apprenticeship, where he honed card counting skills and gained real-world experience as a banker at a California card room—a unique legal structure where players compete against each other, not the house. Doug dives deep into the quirks of California card rooms, explaining how they operate legally under player-banker rules. However, growing pressure from tribal casinos and regulatory shifts have forced many to close. His insider perspective reveals how policy changes can reshape entire ecosystems of legal AP opportunities. Never content with one niche, Doug advanced into machine advantage play and comp hustling—leveraging casino promotions and rewards for profit. He even built small teams to sign up players for bonuses, showing how creative networking and data collection unlock hidden value in casinos. Doug stresses that advantage players shouldn’t define themselves solely as card counters: diversification is survival. Doug’s crown achievement is a groundbreaking data-driven lottery system. His platform, ⁠savvyscrath.com⁠, tracks state lottery data—sales, ticket availability, and prize pools—to calculate real-time expected value (EV) for scratcher games in over 19 U.S. states. Key innovations include: • Automated analysis of public lottery data • Dynamic probability models to find better edges on scratcher tickets • Model Context Protocol (MCP): a proprietary AI interface allowing conversational data queries for personalized strategy insights Doug’s system effectively turns government-released data into actionable advantage play—bridging gambling, analytics, and software engineering. Doug shares how AI is reshaping discovery and marketing, but warns about hidden bias in search results and AI outputs driven by affiliate marketing. True advantage play now includes data skepticism—learning to question information sources and use AI as a lens to uncover niche opportunities others overlook. Echoing Richard Munchkin’s mantra that “Your network is your net worth,” Doug emphasizes the power of connections in the AP world. Information-sharing circles can be the difference between profit and burnout. For Doug, advantage play is not a hustle—it’s a mindset applied to everything from travel and spending to career optimization. Doug recalls buying his first scratcher on his 18th birthday, netting a $150 win—an early glimpse of the edge-seeking determination that defines his career. His nostalgic storytelling blends humor and insight, contrasting the analog gambling days with today’s data-driven ecosystem. • Diversify your edge: Don’t rely solely on one AP method—adapt and expand. • Leverage tech: Data tools and AI open new, overlooked profit zones. • Stay networked: Collaboration and relationships multiply opportunity. • Adopt the AP mindset: View everyday life through the lens of efficiency and edge-finding.   As always you can find the podcast everywhere you get audio podcasts.  Here's a Spotify link, as well as an Apple Podcasts link: SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6PzsCquuq4Muv96TXXhRhi?si=oSNiirSyRTuxwBIoy3Q7ow APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-134-a-pack-of-smokes-a-porno/id1536365197?i=1000765681837  

Hello all! There's another new episode of The Tens and Aces Podcast on our today.  In Episode 134, I sit down with Doug, an advantage player, software developer, and founder of savvyscrath.com. Doug’s incredible journey connects multiple worlds- online and live poker, blackjack, machine advantage play, comp hustling, and even a tech-driven edge in lottery scratcher ticket prediction. This episode explores how data, networking, and innovation can transform gambling into a measurable skill and even a profession. Even if this specific angle on the world isn't the way you AP, I absolutely believe that the how and why of how edges and angles are found are absolutely transferable to many types of AP play.  Doug began in the golden age of internet poker, grinding on Full Tilt Poker and PokerStars before the 2011 “Black Friday” crackdown reshaped the landscape. Transitioning to live poker, Doug’s curiosity led him into blackjack apprenticeship, where he honed card counting skills and gained real-world experience as a banker at a California card room—a unique legal structure where players compete against each other, not the house. Doug dives deep into the quirks of California card rooms, explaining how they operate legally under player-banker rules. However, growing pressure from tribal casinos and regulatory shifts have forced many to close. His insider perspective reveals how policy changes can reshape entire ecosystems of legal AP opportunities. Never content with one niche, Doug advanced into machine advantage play and comp hustling—leveraging casino promotions and rewards for profit. He even built small teams to sign up players for bonuses, showing how creative networking and data collection unlock hidden value in casinos. Doug stresses that advantage players shouldn’t define themselves solely as card counters: diversification is survival. Doug’s crown achievement is a groundbreaking data-driven lottery system. His platform, ⁠savvyscrath.com⁠, tracks state lottery data—sales, ticket availability, and prize pools—to calculate real-time expected value (EV) for scratcher games in over 19 U.S. states. Key innovations include: • Automated analysis of public lottery data • Dynamic probability models to find better edges on scratcher tickets • Model Context Protocol (MCP): a proprietary AI interface allowing conversational data queries for personalized strategy insights Doug’s system effectively turns government-released data into actionable advantage play—bridging gambling, analytics, and software engineering. Doug shares how AI is reshaping discovery and marketing, but warns about hidden bias in search results and AI outputs driven by affiliate marketing. True advantage play now includes data skepticism—learning to question information sources and use AI as a lens to uncover niche opportunities others overlook. Echoing Richard Munchkin’s mantra that “Your network is your net worth,” Doug emphasizes the power of connections in the AP world. Information-sharing circles can be the difference between profit and burnout. For Doug, advantage play is not a hustle—it’s a mindset applied to everything from travel and spending to career optimization. Doug recalls buying his first scratcher on his 18th birthday, netting a $150 win—an early glimpse of the edge-seeking determination that defines his career. His nostalgic storytelling blends humor and insight, contrasting the analog gambling days with today’s data-driven ecosystem. • Diversify your edge: Don’t rely solely on one AP method—adapt and expand. • Leverage tech: Data tools and AI open new, overlooked profit zones. • Stay networked: Collaboration and relationships multiply opportunity. • Adopt the AP mindset: View everyday life through the lens of efficiency and edge-finding.   As always you can find the podcast everywhere you get audio podcasts.  Here's a Spotify link, as well as an Apple Podcasts link: SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6PzsCquuq4Muv96TXXhRhi?si=oSNiirSyRTuxwBIoy3Q7ow APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-134-a-pack-of-smokes-a-porno/id1536365197?i=1000765681837  

I'm not someone who usually writes long posts but I've seen a few threads recently asking about non-GamStop alternatives and I figured it was worth sharing my experience properly rather than just dropping a one-liner in someone else's thread. I've been using VeloBet as my main casino for the better part of 2026 now. Before that I was bouncing between a couple of other offshore sites that were decent on paper but frustrating in practice — slow withdrawals, bonus terms that were buried five pages deep, VIP programs that were basically meaningless. VeloBet is different enough that it warranted an actual write-up. This is going to be a long one. Skip to the section you care about if you don't want to read everything. **Why UK Players Are Moving Offshore in 2026** This isn't new information but it's worth stating plainly: UKGC-licensed casinos have become increasingly restrictive over the past few years. 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Hi everyone! Ordered the rainbow max model a month ago (batch 5) and still waiting for my device to ship. Having second thoughts regarding the color i picked, i just emailed Ayn to change all my order to black. I had time to think about it and find the black model more sleek and less retro console oriented as i will mainly use my thor for light PC gaming, switch emulation and other Android stuff, as light watching device but also maybe to play Pokerstars on it (and retro emulation, obviously, but only on specific titles, and this will clearly not be the primarly use for my Thor). I also reminded myself that i had several retro doodads before with the greyish color that i'm not particularly fond of, while my old "new 3ds" and my steamdeck are both black and i just love it this way. Do you think i made a mistake? I'll be waiting for Ayn reply hoping it will not affect too much the shipping process and time, although i can wait 2 or more 3 weeks at this point. My only main concern is the UFS storage part. I just hope i will still be sent a 4.0 model as i ordered during batch 5. If that's not the case, well, i guess it won't be the end of the world either. Anyway, just wanted to get your thoughts and experiences if you went through the same kind of process lately. Thks ! UPDATE (08/05/2026) : Ayn just reached back, here is their answer. "Hello, Thank you for reaching out. We have mark both of device and accessory pack as black color on our system. It is still UFS 4.0 as you ordering during batch 5. Same order number and wil not affect your place in the queue, thank you! Regards, Ashley"

I need to migrate from the .eu client to the .bg client. When i open the client it prompts me to migrate my account but when i try to proceed it fails and tells me i cannot because there is money in my GBP wallet. I need to withdraw/transfer it and delete the wallet. I have withdrawn all money from the account and i see no option to delete any wallet anywhere in the cashier or settings. Anyone got any tips on what to do? I am in the process of contacting support for the 10th time but every time they fail af fixing the issue.

https://preview.redd.it/yz478davudyg1.jpg?width=1500&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=e8a0bdd8b20a86dc4532a26d7e46abef8f1ae5b8 Just a few short days after [revamping their Power Path](https://www.pokerlistings.com/news/power-path-upgrade-pokerstars-introduces-the-spade-pass), PokerStars is on the move again, this time to announce the return of a beloved live stope to its [European Poker Tour](https://www.pokerlistings.com/poker-tournaments/european-poker-tour) (EPT) schedule — EPT Prague is officially back for the 2026 poker season. Here’s everything PokerStars is letting slip so far. # EPT Prague Is Back on the Schedule EPT Prague has long been the event to close out the year and according to [PokerStars](https://www.pokerlistings.com/poker-sites/poker-stars), that much is staying the same in 2026. The European stop returns to the Hilton Prague from December 2 to December 13, for a 11-day festival that’s sure to exceed last year’s numbers. As Associate Director, Cédric Billot put it: Associate Director, Cédric Billot We’re delighted to bring players two more incredible live events and welcome the return of EPT Prague. Just as a refresher, the 2025 edition drew in more than 1,200 entries for the Main Event alone, ultimately creating a prize pool of more than €5.9 million. We except nothing short of that this season. # PokerStars Open in Aix-en-Provence: One More Stop in the 2026 Season While EPT Prague will play the role of the closer once more, it’s not the only new stop on the schedule. Together with it, PokerStars also announced a brand new PokerStars Open in Aix-en-Provence from November 2 to November 8, 2026. This expansion to the South of France, to the Pasino GRAND Partouche Aix-en-Provence to be exact, will last a whole seven days with numerous events and buy-in levels promised by the poker giant. As Cédric Billot said himself: Associate Director, Cédric Billot Each stop offers a unique experience and world-class competition and strengthens an already exciting 2026 schedule. We look forward to welcoming everyone for another standout year of live poker. While we don’t have any schedule to discuss just yet, we’re sure it won’t fall short. # The PokerStars Live Schedule for 2026: What’s Still to Come |Event|Dates in 2026| |:-|:-| |EPT Monte Carlo|April 30 to May 10| |PokerStars Open Namur|May 27 to June 7| |PokerStars Open Malaga|June 22 to June 28| |EPT Barcelona|August 16 to August 29| |PokerStars Open Aix-en-Provence|November 2 to November 8| |EPT Prague|December 2 to December 13| **Source**: [https://www.pokerlistings.com/news/ept-prague-returns-to-the-2026-pokerstars-calendar](https://www.pokerlistings.com/news/ept-prague-returns-to-the-2026-pokerstars-calendar) by [Iva Dozet](https://www.pokerlistings.com/author/iva_dozets_pl)

https://preview.redd.it/aszpnm7dudyg1.jpg?width=1500&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=9646f8ee30b39bbe7bb651f48376073ae8fcc0bd Apparently, PokerStars decided their keyword for 2026 would be expansion. First, it was an extended EPT schedule for this season, then [their North American collaboration with FanDuel](https://www.pokerlistings.com/news/the-fanduel-x-pokerstars-era-arrives-in-north-america), and now, its a revamped Power Path. Earlier this week, the poker giant announced it would be expanding its Power Path offer to include a brand new Spade Pass. Here’s what you’ll need to know about it. # A Spade Pass Enters the Power Path Chat The newest Power Path revamp actually concerns the Bronze Pass, which has previously been valued at $109. With the April upgrade, the Bronze Pass is now jumping to $530, as the people behind [PokerStars](https://www.pokerlistings.com/poker-sites/poker-stars) felt the jump between the $109 Bronze Pass and $2,500 Silver Pass was getting a bit too big to ignore. During the PokerStars’ 25th Anniversary promotion period, the new and improved **$530 Bronze Pass** will come with a +25% of added value on select passes. As a result of the Bronze boost, the room also introduced a new $109 pass in its place, aptly named the **$109 Spade Pass**, which players will use to enter the $109 Sunday Million from now on. While Power Path underwent some upgrades, not everything is changing. Gold and Silver passes remain the same, stacked at $10,300 and $2,500, respectively. # An Overview of the Power Path Update |Power Path Pass|Worth| |:-|:-| |Gold Pass| $10,300| |Silver Pass|$2,500| |Bronze Pass|$530| |Spade Pass|$109| # The 25th Anniversary Upgrade As part of the fact that PokerStars turns 25 this year, the room is also giving a 25% boost to its newly upgraded Bronze Pass. The first time players will encounter the 25% boost will be during the **PokerStars Anniversary Series**, from May 10 to June 3, 2026. To celebrate a quarter of a century, PokerStars moved up its Spring Championship of Online Poker (SCOOP) to March to make room for the newest staple in its live calendar. Here’s a quick overview of what to expect from the series: * **Series Name:** PokerStars Anniversary Series * **Dates:** May 10 to June 3, 2026 * **Guarantee:** $50M * **Events:** 156 * **Tournaments:** 461 * **Buy-in Range:** $5.50 to $15K **Source**: [https://www.pokerlistings.com/news/power-path-upgrade-pokerstars-introduces-the-spade-pass](https://www.pokerlistings.com/news/power-path-upgrade-pokerstars-introduces-the-spade-pass) by [Iva Dozet](https://www.pokerlistings.com/author/iva_dozets_pl)

am i getting lucky or what? i think the games are just really soft dudes bluff betting me for 3 streets with air and many times people are just betting into me randomly on the turn after we checked it on the flop. at showdown i flip over mid pair or bottom pair and win the pot. i'm thinking "why is this guy betting into me on the turn when he can just check it down with me?" makes no sense i'm curious at what stakes will i start to see tables on average filled up with at least 1 or 2 crushers or regulars who know what the hell they're doing and are advanced i'm thinking at $1/$2 online there's still gonna be tons and tons of dudes just punting money still maybe this site is just mega soft, idk

https://preview.redd.it/54nikzymuqxg1.jpg?width=660&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=5e16ae656d333f3d7856d4a64bc3e2d608163eb8 One of online poker’s staple tournaments will be celebrating 15 years on the virtual felt come May 10th. The iconic $11 Sunday Storm Anniversary Edition on [PokerStars](https://www.pokerlistings.com/poker-sites/poker-stars) comes packed with a hefty $500,000 guaranteed prizepool; a massive amount for such a small buy-in. Here is how to get involved with what is set to be a huge running of this iconic tournament. # Going Through Phases To help meet the guarantee and to accommodate everyone who would like to play this tournament, PokerStars has made it a phased tournament. Players can enter as many of the Phase tournaments as they like, and their biggest stack will be moved to Day 2, providing they make the cut. Players can win bounties in the first phase, and players who narrowly miss out will be awarded a cash prize. There are five phases per day, and they play down to 3% of the field after registration closes. Players have access to unlimited re-entries for each phase. Each phase costs $11, and bounties start at $2.50 per player. If you knock someone out, half of the bounty goes toward your total, and you win the full knockout amount. # Satellites Available For those looking to get in at a discount, you can, with satellites available for $0.55! They start a couple of hours before each flight, with the $0.55 satellite commencing at 3.30 p.m. GMT ahead of the 5.30 p.m. GMT phase. The $0.55 satellites are great value, and have 10 seats up for grabs. To qualify for other phases, there are $1.10 satellites offering five seats guaranteed. # Previous Anniversary Winners Last year’s 14th Anniversary saw a massive field of 37,180 entrants. Hungary’s “Diesel Ramirez” came out on top and walked away with $23,093, including bounties. The preceding two anniversary editions went to Brazil, with “kdrAS” besting 46,678 for $19,357. “Basigol” turned their $11 into $26,050 in 2023 when the Sunday Storm 12th Anniversary attracted a gigantic field of 72,658. # Biggest Sunday Storms of All Time Here is a look at the biggest successes in the history of the Sunday Storm. The turn of the last decade saw the biggest runnings of this event when PokerStars was at the height of its popularity. |Year|Entries|Prize Pool|Payout|Winner| |:-|:-|:-|:-|:-| |2010|\~87,000|$1,740,000+|\~$212,000|ishmael| |2009|\~84,000|$1,680,000+|\~$205,000|TAAPoker| |2010|\~82,000|$1,640,000+|\~$200,000|FrostyAce| |2011|\~78,500|$1,570,000+|\~$198,000|m0nster2009| |2015|59,875|$1,197,500|$124,000|meeko1990| |2023|52,118|$1,042,360|$119,000|alexsky77| |2018|55,312|$1,106,240|$118,000|pokerlegend88| # Final Thoughts It is definitely worth firing one or two of the phases to earn your seat at the table for what will be a monstrous Day 2 come May 10th. Alternatively, for Mystery Bounty hunters, the Mystery Bounty Series has just gotten underway on PokerStars. [Click here to find out more about it.](https://www.pokerlistings.com/news/pokerstars-mystery-bounty-series-returns-with-3000000-in-guaranteed-prize-money) That’s all for now, folks. Until next time. **Source**: [https://www.pokerlistings.com/news/pokerstars-celebrates-15th-anniversary-of-the-sunday-storm-with-500k-gtd-edition](https://www.pokerlistings.com/news/pokerstars-celebrates-15th-anniversary-of-the-sunday-storm-with-500k-gtd-edition) by [Patrick Cole](https://www.pokerlistings.com/author/patrickcole)

https://preview.redd.it/2p3vu9i1uqxg1.jpg?width=660&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=b25bfddb01d30b61f7bd61e334d4cf52cfd5ecd8 The Mystery Bounty format has become one of the most popular formats in online poker today. With players having the chance to pull first-place money and finish in the min-cash spots, it is clear why. With the emphasis on action and battling for bounties from the briefcase, PokerStars has devoted a week to the format and is putting up $3,000,000 in total prize money. Here is a look at the details. # When and Where? The Series will kick off on April 26 and run until May 4. There will be 55 tournaments in the series, with the lowest buy-in starting at $5.50 and the biggest at $215. This means there is something for everyone to get involved with. PokerStars also offers a wide range of satellites for those on lower bankrolls looking to play the bigger buy-ins, and they will be well worth playing come next week, as plenty of seats will be up for grabs for a discounted price. # Highlights PokerStars will be offering a wide range of variations on the Mystery Bounty format. Some will be standard: bounties come into play when in the money, but in some, there is a twist: on opening Sunday, Mystery Bounties come into play when registration closes. There will be plenty of max late reggers, so chips and bounties will be flying! The iconic Sunday Storm will be Mystery Bounty flavoured. The Two-Day Event will swap PKO’s for Mystery Bounties this weekend, with Mystery Bounties coming into play when the remaining field is in the money. The Mystery Bounty action isn’t limited to just No Limit Hold’em. Players can hunt the elusive envelopes in a range of formats, from 8-Game, PLO, and NL H/L, NL Single Draw, PL Badugi, and PL Courchevel H/L! # Final Thoughts For newcomers to the Mystery Bounty format and experienced players, this week is the perfect opportunity to go for glory when it comes to Mystery Bounties. Make sure to get involved on PokerStars for the eight days of bounty action. That’s all for now, folks. Until next time. **Source**: [https://www.pokerlistings.com/news/pokerstars-mystery-bounty-series-returns-with-3000000-in-guaranteed-prize-money](https://www.pokerlistings.com/news/pokerstars-mystery-bounty-series-returns-with-3000000-in-guaranteed-prize-money) by [Patrick Cole](https://www.pokerlistings.com/author/patrickcole)

Ive recently started jumping back into freeroll tournaments after not playing them for a while, and the experience feels a bit different than I remembered. On the big platforms like PokerStars and 888poker, the fields are huge and the games drag on for a long time. Unless you make a deep run, it kind of feels like a lot of time for very little return. Its not necessarily a bad thing, but it does feel more like a grind than I expected. At the same time, Ive tried a few smaller freerolls too, and those felt noticeably different. Fewer players, quicker pace, and in some cases the structure felt a bit more straightforward and less chaotic. One of them even reminded me of those no-rake style environments, where the focus feels more on actual play instead of just surviving a massive field. That got me wondering if freerolls are really all the same thing, or if the value depends a lot on where youre playing them. For people who still grind freerolls, whats your take? Are they actually useful for practice, or just something to pass time until real games?

I’ve been messing around with freeroll tournaments again after a long time, mostly just out of curiosity. Most of what I’ve seen on bigger platforms like pokerstars or ggpoker feels kind of… off. Either the prize pools are so small it’s barely worth the time, or the player pools are massive and it turns into a complete lottery. You can sit there for hours just to maybe min-cash a few cents. Recently though, I ended up in a couple of smaller freeroll setups that had a slightly different feel. Fewer players, less chaos, and overall it felt closer to an actual game instead of just a funnel. One thing I noticed is that some of these setups lean toward more no-rake style formats or at least don’t feel as grind-heavy, which might be part of why the experience feels different. Not saying it’s some hidden gem or anything, but it did make me realize how weird the standard freeroll model has become on the bigger sites. Curious what others think. Do you feel like freerolls still have any real value, or are they mostly just marketing bait now?

Two weeks ago, gambling wasn’t part of my life. I’d played poker before, but just as a mobile game, never for money. Then a friend visited and we started playing backgammon for fun, which quickly turned into small bets. We did it almost every day. The night before he left, we went to a casino. I’d never played table games in person, so I watched at first, then tried blackjack with a small amount I could afford to lose, and I tripled it. The rush felt amazing. Between that and backgammon, I even made enough to help cover some bills. After he left, we kept playing backgammon online and still betting, which didn’t really let it stop. Now the thoughts are constant. Every day I feel pulled toward the casino. I don’t want to go alone and my friends wouldn’t come, but the urge is still there. I’ve also caught myself looking up online casinos like GG Poker and PokerStars, then stopping and thinking, “what the helly? I shouldn’t be even looking these up, this is how it starts”, and that moment really scared me. I’m 23, finishing my degree and about to start an internship. I also have ADHD (on medication), which basically means my brain craves fast, stimulating, rewarding things, and gambling seems to hit all of that at once. I’ve read enough to know how bad gambling addiction can get. I’m not deep into it yet, but mentally it feels like a switch has flipped, and I don’t want to ignore it. If you’ve been in this stage, aware, but unable to stop the thoughts, what would you actually do right now? I really don’t want to learn this the hard way. Any advice or reality checks would mean a lot.

Two weeks ago gambling wasn’t really part of my life. I’d played some poker online before, but just as a mobile game, never for money. Then a friend came for a visit and we started playing backgammon for fun. It quickly turned into small bets “to make it interesting.” We did it almost every day while he was here. The night before he left we went to a casino. I’d never played table games in person, so I watched first, then joined blackjack with a small amount I could afford to lose. I tripled it. The rush from winning felt amazing. Between that and the backgammon, I made enough to help with some bills. It gave me a real high. After he left, we installed online backgammon apps and kept playing, and betting. That continued the streak. Now the thoughts are constant. Every day my brain pulls me toward the casino. I don’t want to go alone and my friends won’t join, but the urge doesn’t care. Because I don’t want to go in person by myself, I’ve caught myself looking up online casinos like GG Poker and PokerStars. Then I stopped and thought “I probably shouldn’t even want to open these sites”, it hit me hard because I thought this is exactly how it starts. That scared me straight here. I’m 23, towards the end of my degree and about to start an internship, right at the beginning of everything I’ve worked for. I also have diagnosed ADHD on max dose meds. For people with ADHD, the brain is constantly seeking stimulation, and gambling can act like a powerful dopamine shortcut that is fast, unpredictable, and highly rewarding and that combination can make it especially hard to resist and dangerously easy to get hooked. I’ve read the stories here. I’m not deep in it yet, but I can feel the hook setting in. That switch has flipped and I don’t want to ignore it. If you’ve been in this early stage, aware but the thoughts won’t leave you alone, what would you tell someone like me? How bad could it get? If you could go back to this exact moment in your own life, what would you say to yourself? I really don’t want to learn this the hard way. Any advice or reality checks would mean everything right now. Thank you.

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Players who do this report same-day or next-morning withdrawal approvals consistently. # What Verified Players Say — Real Reviews 2026 Pulling from 940+ verified Trustpilot reviews and casino community discussions: *"Best casino I have joined for making a withdrawal. In my account within 24hrs, lots of promotions, games and sports betting is great."* — Verified UK player *"£200 withdrawal in my bank within a matter of hours. Great online customer support. Couldn't recommend them high enough."* — Verified UK player *"Fastest payouts for a casino like this. Good selection of games and helpful support."* — Verified player *"Very good experience with this site, super helpful live chat with 24/7 availability, always willing to explain anything in relation to bonuses, deposits and withdrawals."* — Verified UK player The most common complaint pattern in reviews relates to account investigations on large wins — a reality at every offshore platform. The community's advice: complete KYC early, maintain consistent play patterns, and if your balance spikes dramatically from a single session, proactively contact your VIP manager before requesting a large withdrawal. Communication prevents friction. # The Verdict — Is Velobet Worth It for UK High Rollers? **Yes, with the right player profile.** Velobet delivers genuine value for UK players wagering **£500–£10,000/month** who want: no-wagering cashback, fast crypto withdrawals, high-limit live tables, and a platform free from UKGC's affordability interrogation cycle. The `VELOVIP` promo code + portfolio submission fast-track is the community's proven route to getting the VIP treatment that the platform can deliver — not the standard player experience. At the **£10,000+/month** level, Velobet is a strong portfolio platform but not a sole-platform solution — withdrawal caps should be negotiated upfront and the platform works best alongside one other high-limit offshore option. The **cashback structure** — up to 20%, zero wagering, real money — is the defining benefit. Everything else (live tables, crypto banking, manager access) supports a platform that is genuinely built for players who wager seriously. # Quick Reference — Everything in One Place |Detail|Info| |:-|:-| |VIP Promo Code|`VELOVIP`| |Free Spin Codes|`300ANGELS` · `200ANGELS` · `100ANGELS` · `300VELO` · `200VELO` · `100VELO`| |VIP Cashback|Up to 20% — zero wagering required| |Loyalty Points|1 per £1 wagered — permanent, no resets| |VIP Manager|From Gold tier — direct WhatsApp/Telegram| |Standard Withdrawal (weekly)|£7,500| |VIP Withdrawal (weekly)|Up to £15,000| |VIP Withdrawal (monthly)|Up to £30,000| |Crypto Withdrawal|30–60 minutes post-approval| |E-wallet Withdrawal|0–14 hours| |Live Table Max (Baccarat)|£25,000/hand| |Live Table Max (Blackjack)|£10,000/round| |Slot Stake Max|£500/spin| |Payment Methods|23 total including 10 crypto options| |Live Chat Response|Average 46 seconds| |Operator|Santeda International B.V.| |Licence|Curaçao| |Safety Rating|8.4 / 10| r/VIPCasinoElite — The UK community for high rollers, serious punters, and VIP casino players. 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lobet's VIP program — how it works, what you actually get, how to get in, and why high rollers are talking about it. Promo codes are in here too, but this post is really about one thing: **what a real VIP experience looks like in 2026**, and whether Velobet delivers it. **Why UK High Rollers Are Casino Hopping Right Now** The numbers tell the story. VIP player numbers at UKGC-regulated casinos dropped **95% between 2020 and 2024** — from over 42,000 verified VIPs to just 1,616. That's not players quitting. That's players leaving. The "retention cliff" is real. Players wagering £2,000–£5,000 a month — genuinely solvent, documented, fully verified — are getting hit with affordability checks that freeze their accounts, deposit blocks, and mandatory cooling-off periods. Meanwhile their VIP cashback, personal account manager, and bespoke reload offers? Gone. The alternative is platforms like Velobet, operating under **Curaçao licensing**, where the VIP program still functions like a VIP program. No £2 slot caps. No affordability check friction. No KYC holds that drag on for weeks before a £5,000 withdrawal. That's the context. Here's the casino. 🔗 **Explore Velobet:** [**velobet.com**](https://track.velobetpartners.com/visit/?bta=40105&nci=5965&utm_source=reddit&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=review&utm_term=vipcasinoelite&utm_content=en) **What Is the Velobet VIP Program?** Velobet runs a **5-tier VIP system** built on a points-based loyalty engine — 1 loyalty point earned per £1 wagered across all sections of the casino including slots, live dealer tables, and mini-games. Points accumulate **indefinitely with no reset cycles**. This is significant. Most loyalty programs at mainstream casinos reset monthly or quarterly, meaning you're always starting over. At Velobet, every pound you wager is permanently banked toward your tier progress. The 5 VIP Tiers |Tier|Entry Threshold|Key Unlock| |:-|:-|:-| |🥉 Bronze|£1,000 cumulative deposits|Cashback access begins| |🥈 Silver|Progressive wagering|Enhanced cashback + faster support| |🥇 Gold|Mid-tier wagering volume|**Personal account manager assigned**| |💎 Platinum|£25,000+ in deposits|Bespoke offers, higher limits, event access| |👑 Diamond/Black|Invitation basis|Full white-glove VIP treatment| From **Gold tier upwards**, players get a dedicated personal account manager — a trained VIP liaison who handles everything from bonus negotiation to manual withdrawal approval. This isn't a chatbot. This is someone whose job is to keep you happy. **The Full VIP Benefits Breakdown** This is what you're actually unlocking as a Velobet VIP — and why high rollers are rating it seriously against platforms they've used for years. **💸 Cashback — Up to 20% on Losses, Zero Wagering** This is the headline benefit and it's genuinely rare in the current market. * **10% no-wagering cashback** for deposits of £200+ (paid on net losses, no playthrough required — you withdraw it immediately) * **15% cashback on slots** based on your total deposit amount over the previous 30 days * At higher tiers, cashback scales to **up to 20% across all games** No wagering on cashback means exactly that. If you lose £2,000 in a session and receive £400 back — that £400 is withdrawable cash. Not bonus funds. Not credit subject to 35x rollover. **Actual money.** Compare this to the standard market offering: 5–10% cashback credited as bonus funds with 35x wagering attached. At Velobet's top tier, the real-money value difference is substantial. **⚡ Instant & Priority Withdrawals** Standard Velobet withdrawal limits: * Per week: £7,500 * Per month: £15,000 **VIP withdrawal limits:** * Per week: up to **£15,000** * Per month: up to **£30,000** * No maximum deposit limit for verified VIP accounts Top-tier VIP members get same-day processing — with Platinum members typically cleared within **3–4 hours**. Crypto withdrawals (Bitcoin, USDT, ETH) process in **30–60 minutes** regardless of tier. Daily limits for VIP accounts rise to **£25,000**, and transaction fees are waived across all payment methods. **👤 Dedicated VIP Manager — Gold Tier and Above** From Gold tier upwards, you get a personal account manager. What this actually means in practice: * Direct contact (WhatsApp/Telegram at higher tiers — not just live chat) * Manual withdrawal approval for large wins processed outside normal hours * Ability to negotiate wagering requirements on reload bonuses * First access to limited promotions before they go public * Personal advisory on which offers make mathematical sense for your play style This is what separates a functioning VIP program from a loyalty points scheme dressed up with fancy branding. The account manager relationship is where the real value gets unlocked. **🎰 Free Spins — On Special Occasions and Milestones** VIP free spins at Velobet aren't random. They're tied to: * Game launches (exclusive early access to new slot titles) * Personal milestones (account anniversaries, level-ups) * Special occasions calendar (seasonal events, major sporting events) * Ad-hoc gifts from your account manager based on your play patterns These are typically **wager-free free spins** — a far cry from the "50 free spins at £0.10 per spin with 40x wagering" that standard promotions roll out. **🎂 Birthday Bonus** Every VIP member receives a personalised birthday bonus. The exact nature scales with your tier — from free spins and reload offers at Bronze, to significant bespoke cash packages and exclusive experiences at Platinum and above. This is arranged through your VIP manager and tailored to your preferred games and play style. Not a generic coupon code. **🏆 VIP-Only Promotions and Event Invitations** Higher-tier VIPs at Velobet gain access to: * VIP-only tournaments with cash prize pools (no wagering on winnings) * Sports hospitality invitations at major events * Luxury experience packages at Platinum/Diamond level * Table Wars format — recurring live dealer tournaments paying significant cash prizes with zero wagering on winnings 🔗 **Velobet VIP & Promotions:** [**velobet.com/promotions**](https://track.velobetpartners.com/visit/?bta=40105&nci=5965&utm_source=reddit&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=review&utm_term=vipcasinoelite&utm_content=en) **How to Get VIP at Velobet — The Fast Track** There are two routes into the Velobet VIP program. **Route 1 — Organic tier progression:** Deposit consistently, wager volume, accumulate points. Bronze kicks in at £1,000 in cumulative deposits. Platinum at £25,000+. Tiers are reviewed at the start of each month. **Route 2 — Fast-track VIP via promo code + portfolio:** This is how the community gets in faster. **Step-by-Step Fast-Track to VIP** 1. Go to [**velobet.com**](https://track.velobetpartners.com/visit/?bta=40105&nci=5965&utm_source=reddit&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=review&utm_term=vipcasinoelite&utm_content=en) and click **Sign Up** 2. Complete your details — choose GBP as your currency if you're a UK player 3. When you reach the promo code field, check **"I have a promo code"** 4. Enter: `VELOVIP` 5. Verify your email and complete registration 6. Make a serious opening deposit — the larger, the stronger your VIP case 7. **This is the key step:** Contact support via live chat and send your existing casino portfolio screenshots — 3–6 months of play history from wherever you currently play (Bet365, Casumo, PokerStars, wherever) 8. A VIP manager reviews your profile and manually confirms your tier — often within a few hours for players showing £1,000+/month play history > **Velobet Promo Codes — The Full List** Beyond `VELOVIP`, here are all the active Velobet bonus codes for free spins: Angels vs Demons — Exclusive Velobet Slot |Code|Free Spins|Min Deposit| |:-|:-|:-| |`300ANGELS`|300 FS|$50| |`200ANGELS`|200 FS|$30| |`100ANGELS`|100 FS|$12| Velobet Mega Greatest Catch — Platform Exclusive |Code|Free Spins|Min Deposit| |:-|:-|:-| |`300VELO`|300 FS|$50| |`200VELO`|200 FS|$20| |`100VELO`|100 FS|$12| VIP Access Code |Code|What It Unlocks| |:-|:-| |`VELOVIP`|Fast-track VIP assessment + full program access| All free spin codes are entered at sign-up or in your account cashier. The `VELOVIP` code specifically is entered during registration — not afterwards. **Velobet for High Rollers — The Real Advantages** For players coming from UKGC platforms, here's what's materially different at Velobet: **Game limits:** Live baccarat tables running up to **£10,000 per hand**. Blackjack via Evolution's Salon Privé up to £10,000 per round. VIP roulette up to £10,000 per spin. No £2 slot cap — stake what you want on non-promotional play. **RTP:** The game library runs high-RTP titles across the board — 96–98% on featured slots, significantly above the 94% average that UKGC operators are currently delivering due to taxation pressures. **Crypto banking:** Bitcoin, Ethereum, Litecoin, XRP, USDT, Dash, Monero — all accepted for deposits and withdrawals. Crypto out in 30–60 minutes. A **160% bonus on crypto first deposits** (capped at £1,000) stacks on top of the standard welcome offer. **Privacy:** Below certain thresholds, non-KYC deposit options are available in some jurisdictions. Full KYC is required before withdrawals, but the process is streamlined — ID, proof of address, payment method verification. No source of wealth interrogation on deposits up to standard thresholds. **Live casino:** Powered by Evolution Gaming, Pragmatic Play Live, and Ezugi. 220+ live dealer titles including Lightning Roulette, Crazy Time, Immersive Roulette, and dedicated high-limit VIP rooms not visible to standard lobby players. **What the Community Says** These are paraphrased from real player experiences shared in high roller communities: *"I was on Casumo VIP for 3 years. After the 2024 reforms they basically eliminated everything — no manager, no cashback, affordability checks every other week. Moved to Velobet, sent my play history screenshots, had a manager on WhatsApp within 6 hours. Night and day."* *"The 20% no-wagering cashback at the top tier is the number that matters. On a bad month where I lose £5,000, I'm getting £1,000 back in real cash. That changes the maths of the entire operation."* *"Crypto withdrawals are genuinely instant here. Had £8,000 out in USDT in under an hour. That's never happened at any UKGC site — they always find a reason to hold it."* *"The negotiation angle is real. I told my VIP manager I want 15x wagering on reloads instead of 30x — he came back the next day and confirmed it. You can't do that anywhere on the regulated side anymore."* **Responsible Play — The High Roller Approach** High stakes play requires high discipline. Even outside UKGC oversight, Velobet provides: * Deposit limits (daily, weekly, monthly — self-set) * Session time reminders and reality checks * Cooling-off periods and self-exclusion options * GamCare partnership for responsible gambling support The smartest high rollers in this community treat casino play like a serious financial operation: dedicated gaming bankroll kept separate from personal funds, session limits set before play begins, and cashback tracked as a line item in the overall P&L. Chasing losses is how good players become cautionary tales. **The Bottom Line** Velobet's VIP program is what a loyalty scheme should look like for players who actually wager serious money: * **No-wagering cashback up to 20%** — the market-leading metric that matters most * **5-tier system with no reset cycles** — your progress is permanent * **Personal VIP manager from Gold tier** — real relationship, real negotiation power * **Instant crypto withdrawals** — money moves when you want it to * **High-limit live tables** — no artificial ceilings on your stakes * **Fast-track access via** `VELOVIP` — skip the queue with your play history For UK high rollers who've been through the retention cliff and want to be treated like the value players they actually are — Velobet is worth the conversation. # Quick Reference |Detail|Info| |:-|:-| |VIP Promo Code|`VELOVIP`| |Free Spins Codes|`300ANGELS`, `200ANGELS`, `100ANGELS`, `300VELO`, `200VELO`, `100VELO`| |Max Cashback|20% no-wagering| |VIP Withdrawal (weekly)|Up to £15,000| |VIP Withdrawal (monthly)|Up to £30,000| |Crypto Withdrawal Speed|30–60 minutes| |VIP Manager From|Gold tier| |Loyalty Points|1 per £1 wagered — no resets| |Live Table Limits|Up to £10,000/hand| |License|Curaçao (Santeda International B.V.)| r/VIPCasinoElite *— Built for UK high rollers, serious punters, and VIP casino players. Promo code drops, casino swap guides, cashback breakdowns, and high roller strategy — posted weekly.*

I dont understand this. I recently started on pokerstars again. I was able to cash a few mystery bounty tournaments, spin and goes were 2 out of every 5. Started enjoying it again. The last month has been awful. This isnt just bad luck. Its like someone hit a switch. I havent cashed a penny not even close, its like pokerstarsis setting me up in hands they know i will be all in with the nuts. Im getting rivered every meaningful showdown. And almost always early or just before bubble And spin and goes are a whole other story. I go up early, get down to 2 with 80% of the chips and I dont win another hand untill I bl8nd down go all in and lose. And were not talking 90%. I havent won a single spin and go this month. Im so defeated here. Its ruining my love for the game. And its hard to beleive its not intentional from this site. I havent changed anything up in my play from when i was winning. I typically play fairly aggressive but not a shove monster, just seems like pokerstars has shadow banned me from winning, or im playing bots or something I understand you remember the hands you lose the most but this isnt even that. I have never been on a run this bad. Online or Live. Its every tournament, every spin and go. I decided to play 10x$10 spin and goes and got 2nd 8 of them. Didnt win a single one. $44 mystery country a guy puts half his stack in callin my all in with a gut shot and hits it. $33 tournament right after, I call a players all in with AA post flop A78. He flips KJ and it runs out 10 9. This is getting wild. I havent been in the top 20% chip stack in at least 3 weeks.

I used to play a lot of poker back in my youth before we all realized poker stars and full till were scamming people. I used to win anywhere from 60 to $80,000 a year playing recreationally. I played live for a few years following, but eventually I just moved on to other things. Recently I found myself being interested in poker again, watching YouTube tutorials and even went to a card room a few times this year. Here's the thing: My new client really wants me to go to this poker game . It's a mix of pros, regs, and a couple very wealthy recs. It's a 5/5, 5000 dollar max buy in cash game. I just don't wanna make an ass of myself in front of my client. If you wanna help me with a few quick tips for someone who used to play daily, but hasn't been on the scene in 15 years. Is be majorly appreciative. Thanks

PokerStars Open Málaga takes over Casino de Juego de Málaga from 22 to 28 June 2026, with a week-long programme built around a **€1,100 Main Event** and a **€2,200 High Roller.** The series opens with €220 knockout and deep-stack events plus satellites, before moving into the €2,200 High Roller and the €1,100 Main Event, which features multiple Day 1 flights and a **€1,000,000 guaranteed prize pool.** A **€400 PokerStars Open Mystery Bounty Cup** with two Day 1 flights and a final day, a **€5,000 Super High Roller** and a **€220 Women’s Event** round out the schedule alongside daily qualifiers and a €550 Second Chance event. # PokerStars Open Malaga Tournament Schedule |DATE|TIME|EVENT #|EVENT|BUY-IN|FEE|KO|STARTING STACK| |:-|:-|:-|:-|:-|:-|:-|:-| |Jun 22|16:00|1|€220 NL Hold'em Knockout (€100 Bounty)|€92|€28|€100|20,000| ||19:00|2|€220 NL Hold'em Deep Stack|€192|€28||50,000| ||21:00|3|SAT €185 Qualifier to Main Event – Win Your Seat @ 70k chips|€158|€27||10,000| |Jun 23|16:00|4|SAT €250 Qualifier to High Roller – Win Your Seat @ 100k chips|€221|€29||10,000| ||17:00|5|€220 NL Hold'em PKO (€100 PKO)|€192|€28||20,000| ||18:00|6|€2,200 PokerStars Open High Roller Day 1|€1,920|€280||30,000| ||21:00|7|SAT €185 Qualifier to Main Event – Win Your Seat @ 70k chips|€158|€27||10,000| |Jun 24|12:00|8|€1,100 PokerStars Open Main Event Day 1A|€960|€140||30,000| ||12:30|9|€220 PL Omaha|€192|€28||30,000| ||12:30|6|€2,200 PokerStars Open High Roller Final|€1,920|€280||30,000| ||13:00|10|€220 Women's Event|€192|€28||30,000| ||18:00|11|SAT €185 Qualifier to Main Event – Win Your Seat @ 70k chips|€158|€27||10,000| ||21:00|8|€1,100 PokerStars Open Main Event Day 1B|€960|€140||30,000| |Jun 25|12:00|12|SAT €185 Qualifier to Main Event – Win Your Seat @ 70k chips|€158|€27||10,000| ||12:00|8|€1,100 PokerStars Open Main Event Day 1C|€960|€140||30,000| ||21:00|8|€1,100 PokerStars Open Main Event Day 1D|€960|€140||30,000| |Jun 26|12:00|8|€1,100 PokerStars Open Main Event Day 2|€960|€140||30,000| ||16:00|13|€550 PokerStars Open Second Chance Day 1|€480|€70||30,000| ||21:00|14|SAT €570 Qualifier to Super High Roller – Win Your Seat @ 100k chips|€504|€66||10,000| |Jun 27|12:00|13|€550 PokerStars Open Second Chance Final|€480|€70||30,000| ||12:00|8|€1,100 PokerStars Open Main Event Day 3|€1,100|||30,000| ||12:30|16|€400 PokerStars Open Mystery Bounty Cup Day 1A|€186|€54|€160|30,000| ||12:30|15|€5,000 PokerStars Open Super High Roller|€4,559|€441||100,000| ||18:00|16|€400 PokerStars Open Mystery Bounty Cup Day 1B|€186|€54|€160|30,000| |Jun 28|12:00|16|€400 PokerStars Open Mystery Bounty Cup Final|€400|||30,000| ||12:30|8|€1,100 PokerStars Open Main Event Final Day|€1,100|||30,000| ||13:00|17|€220 NL Hold'em|€192|€28||30,000| ||15:00|18|€550 Last Chance Deep Stack|€480|€70||50,000| Info via [https://mttdb.com/live-poker/pokerstars-open-malaga-2026/](https://mttdb.com/live-poker/pokerstars-open-malaga-2026/)

The Grosvenor Goliath returns to Coventry for its **16th edition from July 23 to August 2, 2026,** promising another record-breaking instalment of Europe's largest poker tournament. The full schedule for the Goliath has not yet been released. # Event Details The 2026 Goliath maintains its accessible **£200 buy-in (£160+£40)** while targeting an **estimated £2 million prize pool,** which would represent another milestone for the tournament. This projection follows the **2025 edition's historic achievement of 12,961 entries**, which generated a prize pool of just under £2 million and saw **Paul Worsley** claim **£316,640 for first place.** # Tournament Format The Goliath combines **multiple starting flights** over several days at the Grosvenor Casino Coventry, allowing players maximum flexibility to enter. The tournament runs alongside a full GUKPT festival schedule featuring numerous side events and satellites, creating an 11-day poker extravaganza. # Growth Trajectory Since its inception in 2011 with 1,765 entries, the Goliath has experienced remarkable growth, consistently breaking its own records. The tournament has evolved from a £120 buy-in event to its current £200 price point, while maintaining its appeal to recreational and professional players alike. The 2025 edition marked the fifth consecutive year of field growth (excluding the online-only COVID years of 2020-2021), with the tournament adding over 1,200 entries from 2024's already-record 11,749 players. # What to Expect Based on recent trends, the 2026 Goliath **should surpass 13,000 entries** if growth continues at its current pace. The tournament's low buy-in combined with substantial prize pools has made it a cornerstone of the European poker calendar, regularly attracting both seasoned grinders and first-time tournament players. The event's timing in late July allows players to combine their Goliath experience with the broader GUKPT festival, which in 2025 also broke attendance records across its side events. Players can expect a comprehensive schedule of satellites both online via PokerStars and at Grosvenor venues throughout the UK in the months leading up to the event. # Grosvenor Goliath & GUKPT Leg 5 - Coventry 2026 Tournament Schedule |DATE|TIME|EVENT|BUY-IN|FEE|KO|BLIND LEVELS|STARTING STACK|GUARANTEE| |:-|:-|:-|:-|:-|:-|:-|:-|:-| |Jul 22|18:00|£100 Monster Stack – Day 1A|£80|£20||20m|50,000|£100,000| |Jul 23|12:00|£1,250 GUKPT Main Event – Day 1A|£1,100|£150||60m|20,000|£1,000,000| ||18:00|£100 Monster Stack – Day 1B|£80|£20||20m|50,000|£100,000| ||19:00|SAT £140 GUKPT Main Event Cashout Satellite|£125|£15||15m|10,000|| |Jul 24|12:00|£100 Redtooth Opener|£80|£20||20m|20,000|| ||12:00|£1,250 GUKPT Main Event – Day 1B|£1,100|£150||60m|20,000|£1,000,000| ||12:00|SAT £140 GUKPT Main Event Cashout Satellite|£125|£15||15m|10,000|| ||18:00|£100 Monster Stack – Day 1C|£80|£20||20m|50,000|£100,000| ||19:00|£100 Redtooth Blitz|£80|£20||10m|20,000|| ||21:00|£1,250 GUKPT Main Event – Turbo – Day 1C|£1,100|£150||20m|20,000|£1,000,000| |Jul 25|11:00|£120 Redtooth Bounty|£50|£20|£50|20m|20,000|| ||11:00|£1,250 GUKPT Main Event – Turbo – Day 1D|£1,100|£150||20m|20,000|£1,000,000| ||11:00|£200 Goliath – Flight A|£160|£40||30m|25,000|| ||15:30|£1,250 GUKPT Main Event – Day 2|£1,100|£150||60m|20,000|£1,000,000| ||16:00|SAT £165 High Roller Cashout Turbo Satellite|£150|£15||15m|10,000|| ||18:00|£100 Monster Stack – Day 1D|£80|£20||20m|50,000|£100,000| ||19:00|£100 Redtooth Frenzy|£80|£20||10m|20,000|| |Jul 26|11:00|£100 Redtooth FifteenK|£80|£20||20m|20,000|£15,000| ||11:00|SAT £165 High Roller Cashout Turbo Satellite|£150|£15||15m|10,000|| ||11:00|£200 Goliath – Flight B|£160|£40||30m|25,000|| ||12:00|£200 Ladies Event|£175|£25||30m|20,000|| ||13:00|£1,250 GUKPT Main Event – Day 3|£1,100|£150||60m|20,000|£1,000,000| ||14:00|£1,500 High Roller – Day 1|£1,350|£150||40m|100,000|£250,000| ||18:00|£100 Monster Stack – Day 2|£100|||30m|50,000|| ||18:00|£440 Cardroom Direct Mystery Bounty – Day 1A|£200|£40|£200|30m|20,000|| ||19:00|£125 Redtooth ThirtyK – Day 1|£100|£25||20m|20,000|£30,000| |Jul 27|11:00|£200 Goliath – Flight C|£160|£40||30m|25,000|| ||12:00|£125 Redtooth ThirtyK – Day 2|£100|£25||30m|20,000|£30,000| ||12:00|£1,250 GUKPT Main Event – Final Table|£1,100|£150||60m|20,000|£1,000,000| ||14:15|£1,500 High Roller – Day 2|£1,350|£150||40m|100,000|£250,000| ||16:00|SAT £220 Super High Roller Cashout Satellite|£200|£20||15m|10,000|| ||18:00|£440 Cardroom Direct Mystery Bounty – Day 1B|£200|£40|£200|30m|20,000|| |Jul 28|11:00|£200 Goliath – Flight D|£160|£40||30m|25,000|| ||12:00|SAT £220 Super High Roller Turbo Cashout Satellite|£200|£20||15m|10,000|| ||14:00|£2,000 Super High Roller – Day 1|£1,800|£200||40m|50,000|£100,000| ||16:00|£400 PLO 4 Card|£360|£40||25m|20,000|| ||18:00|£440 Cardroom Direct Mystery Bounty – Day 1C|£200|£40|£200|30m|20,000|| |Jul 29|11:00|£200 Goliath – Flight E|£160|£40||30m|25,000|| ||14:00|£440 Cardroom Direct Mystery Bounty – Day 2|£200|£40||30m|20,000|| ||16:00|£2,000 Super High Roller – Day 2|£1,800|£200||40m|50,000|£100,000| ||18:30|£100 Joker's Wild Does Carer's Trust – Freezeout|£85|£15||25m|10,000|| |Jul 30|11:00|£200 Goliath – Flight F|£160|£40||30m|25,000|| ||12:30|£440 Cardroom Direct Mystery Bounty – Day 3|£200|£40|£200|40m|20,000|| ||16:00|£1,000 PLO 4 Card High Roller – Day 1|£900|£100||40m|50,000|| ||18:00|£200 Goliath – Turbo – Flight G|£160|£40||15m|25,000|| |Jul 31|11:00|£200 Goliath – Flight H|£160|£40||30m|25,000|| ||14:00|£1,000 PLO 4 Card High Roller – Day 2|£900|£100||40m|50,000|| ||18:00|£200 Goliath – Turbo – Flight I|£160|£40||15m|25,000|| ||19:00|£300 Main Event Travel Open – Day 1A|£260|£40||30m|20,000|£250,000| |Aug 1|11:00|£200 Goliath – Day 2|£160|£40||40m|25,000|| ||14:00|£550 Goliath Cup – Day 1|£500|£50||30m|50,000|£100,000| ||15:00|£145 Redtooth Headhunter|£60|£25|£60|20m|20,000|| ||17:00|£225 The Giant|£200|£25||20m|20,000|| ||19:00|£100 Redtooth Rush|£80|£20||10m|20,000|| ||20:00|£300 Main Event Travel Open – Day 1B|£260|£40||30m|20,000|£250,000| |Aug 2|11:00|£200 Goliath – Day 3|£160|£40||40m|25,000|| ||11:00|£200 Seniors|£175|£25||25m|15,000|| ||11:00|£300 Main Event Travel Open – Turbo – Day 1C|£260|£40||15m|20,000|£250,000| ||12:00|£100 Redtooth Poker Tour: Coventry|£100|||25m|20,000|| ||12:00|£550 Goliath Cup – Day 2|£500|£50||30m|50,000|£100,000| ||15:00|£100 Redtooth Hyper|£80|£20||10m|20,000|| ||16:00|£300 Main Event Travel Open – Day 2|£260|£40||30m|20,000|£250,000| ||16:00|£200 Turbo|£175|£25||15m|15,000|| # Complete List of Goliath Main Event Winners (2011-2025) * 2025: **Paul Worsley** \- £316,640 (12,961 entries, £200 buy-in) * 2024: **William Watkins** \- £166,058\* (11,749 entries, £200 buy-in) * 2023: **Alex Todd** \- £178,860\* (11,493 entries, £150 buy-in) * 2022: **Kyle Jeffrey** \- £200,000 (10,584 entries, £150 buy-in) * 2021: **Whityestar** \- £54,460 (2,722 entries, £110 buy-in, online) * 2020: **WRDortmund7** \- £42,248 (2,013 entries, £125 buy-in, online) * 2019: **Lee Reynolds** \- £64,601\* (9,300 entries, £125 buy-in) * 2018: **Florian Duta** \- £101,450 (7,584 entries, £125 buy-in) * 2017: **Elliot Marais** \- £85,760 (6,385 entries, £120 buy-in) * 2016: **Vamshi Vandanapu** \- £62,750\* (5,232 entries, £120 buy-in) * 2015: **Miikka Toika** \- £70,800 (4,210 entries, £120 buy-in) * 2014: **Ryan Foster** \- £62,320 (3,394 entries, £120 buy-in) * 2013: **Jake Skidmore** \- £29,690\* (2,570 entries, £120 buy-in) * 2012: **Les Fenton** \- £35,800 (1,954 entries, £120 buy-in) * 2011: **Lee Rawson** \- £32,705 (1,765 entries, £120 buy-in) 2% deducted for NPL, 3% as an admin fee Info via [https://mttdb.com/live-poker/grosvenor-goliath-2026/](https://mttdb.com/live-poker/grosvenor-goliath-2026/)

I'm looking for somebody who would be kind to help me try to acquire a few sample hand history files that can be imported into Pokertracker 4 (preferably in PokerStars format). The reason is that I play on a small Czech online poker site that does not support HUDs or downloading of hand histories locally, and the only possible way I can see for me to collect selected hands for study in PT4 is by manually writing the hand into the specific hand history format that can be imported. I would only need a small number of hands (maybe a dozen) to be able to figure out what the formatting should look like, how to define actions, and any player info can of course be redacted if that is any concern. I know it is a weird request, but it would help me a lot to be able to translate certain hands I play and port them directly into PokerTracker 4. If anyone is willing to help me with this, it would make my day. Thanks in advance!

https://preview.redd.it/q0g98yhi8yvg1.jpg?width=1440&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=8d91ec9e9b7fae1d3fdc6f9b5174ee4c16dfd244 There is plenty of action online this weekend, and bounties will be flying across [GGPoker](https://www.pokerlistings.com/poker-sites/ggpoker-review) and [PokerStars](https://www.pokerlistings.com/poker-sites/poker-stars). The Irish Open’s Afterparty has been running since April 12th with a $3,000,000 guarantee. Plenty of that is still up for grabs in a range of bounty tournaments this weekend. Concurrently on GGPoker, the Bounty Hunters Series has a whopping $80,000,000 in guaranteed prize money up for grabs. There is major value for the low-stakes players to get a slice of the sizeable prize pools on offer. Here is a look at a few to jump into. # Bounty Hunting on GGPoker As expected with a Bounty Hunter Series, there is plenty of knockout action to get involved with on GGPoker over the weekend. From standard PKOs to Mystery Bounties, players are spoilt for choice when it comes to game selection over the coming days. # $15 Mini Friday Night Fight [6-Max] To kick off the weekend, the Friday Night Fight comes packed with a $125,000 prize pool and a generous 10-minute level structure. Bounties start at $3.50 a head, and the total bounty prize pool makes up half of the overall total. Levels will shorten to 7 minutes in length when registration closes at Level 16. The tournament kicks off at 7 p.m. GMT. Players are allowed unlimited entries for this tournament. As always, play responsibly and within your means. With all of these tournaments, any knockouts scored will earn points for the $41k+ Daily Bounty King Leaderboard. To learn more about the leaderboard, [click here](https://www.pokerlistings.com/news/ggpoker-calls-players-to-arms-with-bounty-hunters-series-this-april). # $15 Mini Saturday Secret KO [Mystery Bounty] The first of three Mystery Bounty tournaments of the weekend for low-stakes players comes in the form of the $250,000 guaranteed $15 Mini Saturday Secret KO. Starting at 7 p.m. GMT, players will be looking to build a stack and battle for bounties once the tournament is in the money. Players have 17 Levels of late registration, with unlimited re-entries. Levels run for 8 minutes throughout, and a staggering $125,000 will be up for grabs via the elusive Mystery Bounty Chest. Expect these numbers to be smashed, and it would be no surprise to see the total prize pool balloon to over $300,000. # $15 Mini Showdown [Mystery Bounty] Coming in with an even bigger prize pool, the Mini Showdown will have $300,000 in prize money guaranteed from the get-go. Kicking off at 2.30 p.m. GMT on Sunday, 19th, players have 13 Levels to register, all of which are 12 minutes long. After that, the levels decrease to 8 minutes. Expect this tournament to be huge. Really huge. In the last four runnings of this event, over 20,000 entered on each occasion. With $150,000 to be pulled from the briefcase, it is no surprise to see why. A second running of this takes place on the same day at 9 p.m. GMT with the same structure and a $200,000 prize pool for those looking to grind long into the small hours of Monday morning. # $15 Bounty Freezout The Freezeout is a taste of old school poker with a bounty twist. In this $100,000 guaranteed event, you have to make your one bullet count, with no rebuys allowed. Starting at 7.30 p.m. GMT on Sunday, players have 13 Levels to register, all of which are 12 minutes long. After that, the levels decrease to 8 minutes. If you have not signed up for GGPoker and want to get involved in this weekend’s action, [click here to sign up](https://play.pokerlistings.com/fe3FqSw). # Bounties Up For Grabs at The Afterparty The Irish Open craic will be coming to an end on Monday, 20th, but before the hangover kicks in, and the [tour goes international](https://www.pokerlistings.com/news/the-irish-poker-open-goes-global), there is a decent array of bounty-based tournaments to register on PokerStars. # $5.50 NLHE [Micro Bounty Builder HR] A staple in the schedules of many low-stakes grinders, this $5.50 comes with a tasty $20,000 prize pool and a starting bounty of $1.25. It features eight-minute levels throughout and 2 hours of registration. Players have a maximum of five re-entries during that period. Cards will be in the air at 5.30 p.m. GMT on Friday, April 17th. # $5.50 NLHE [Progressive Big KO, Mini Banshee] Starting at the same time on Saturday, this variation sees more of the buy-in go into the bounty prize pool. Players will start with $1.50 on their heads. They will have 2 hours and 15 minutes of late registration and up to five re-entries. These $5.50 tournaments are lots of fun, and definitely worth playing. # $22 NLHE [7-Max, The Leprechaun Big Mystery] Of course, there is Mystery Bounty action as well. Starting at 8.05 p.m. GMT, this tournament will see its $40,000 prize pool split in half between the briefcase and the payouts table. Registration is available for 2 hours, levels are 8 minutes, and players have up to five re-entries. If it is a little out of your price range, or you want a discount, consider playing the satellites. There is a $2.20 with 20 seats guaranteed at 6.40 p.m. GMT or a $4.40 with 25 seats at 7.30 p.m. # $11 Sunday Storm PKO 2-Day Event The iconic Sunday Storm runs once again this Sunday, starting at 7.05 p.m. GMT. A must-play for grinders, the tournament comes with 10-minute levels and a total play time of 6 hours and 50 minutes for Day 1. Players start with $2.50 on their heads, and $5 of each buy-in goes into the bounty pool. Registration is available for 3 hours, and Day 2 play resumes at the same start time on Monday. Want to get involved in the action on PokerStars? [Sign up here](https://play.pokerlistings.com/CGCGMTX). # ACR It’s safe to say that ACR will be ‘blazing’ the stakes this weekend as the Hi5 Series commences on Sunday, 19th, with $4,000,000 guaranteed. Here is a look at the offerings. # $8.80 PKO The Mini Stash The first of the Hi5 tournaments comes with a $10,000 guaranteed prize pool and 20-minute levels until Level 13. There will be 4 hours of registration available, and it starts at 2.05 p.m. GMT on Sunday. Players have the option for unlimited re-entry. An hour earlier, a vanilla equivalent of this tournament starts. If a player wins both of the tournaments, they receive an additional $2,500 from ACR. For reaching both final tables, you will get $250. # $11 Bounty Blaze PKO This $11 event comes with the same structure as the Mini Stash, but with a much larger prize pool of $25,000. Again there will be four hours of registration and unlimited entries. The Bounty Blaze starts at 6.30 p.m. GMT on Sunday. Want to get involved in the scorching hot action? [Click here.](https://play.pokerlistings.com/A2tEhwB) # Signing Off Good luck to those who take to the felts, virtual or live, over the course of this weekend. Of course, there is more out there in the online world. Consider CoinPoker, [888Poker](https://www.pokerlistings.com/poker-sites/888-poker) or the [iPoker Network](https://www.pokerlistings.com/networks/ipoker). If you are looking to play there, consider joining our Pokerlistings VIP Club for exclusive offers and rewards. [For more information, click here.](https://www.pokerlistings.com/news/introducing-the-pokerlistings-vip-club) That’s all for now, folks. Until next time. **Source**: [https://www.pokerlistings.com/news/a-look-at-this-weekends-16-04-knockout-poker-action](https://www.pokerlistings.com/news/a-look-at-this-weekends-16-04-knockout-poker-action) by [Patrick Cole](https://www.pokerlistings.com/author/patrickcole)

https://preview.redd.it/gztdvbp18yvg1.jpg?width=1706&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=310e746ecd85eb91af3c2354383b36904fe1e3e9 While challenges and prop bets are one of the most effective ways to jump-start a poker career, even seasoned pros resort to them from time to time. In April 2026, established streamer, UpswingPoker coach and [888poker](https://www.pokerlistings.com/poker-sites/888-poker) ambassador **Aaron “abarone68” Barone** became one of them by creating a prop bet for himself. Since the challenge wasn’t impossible for a seasoned professional, he managed to complete it without too much fanfare. However, that doesn’t mean it was a walk in a park. # abarone68’s Prop Bet Terms Aaron started looking for people to bet against him on April 3rd, noting that he was looking to do a prop bet with following rules: * 150 unique MTTs * Time limited to 24 hours * Start on April 15th, 2026 * Re-entries and rebuys do not count * ABI$40-50 * All on stream To win this challenge, Aaron had to finish this session in profit. The idea was to play in only three poker rooms with buy-ins: * 888poker — all tournaments from $11 to $215 * GGPoker — Bounty Hunters, Bigs, Hypers and Turbos from $20 and higher * PokerStars — Bigs, Bounty Builders, Hypers from $22 and higher While some people criticized Aaron for choosing a challenge that was boring to watch, the majority was ready to watch him succed (and struggle) for 24 hours. Abarone68 Poll A week later Aaron decided to lower ABI to $30 and clarified how the session hours would be counted — from the moment he’s dealt into the first tournament. As an extra treat for viewers, he announced two giveaways for the stream: * One month of UpswingPoker membership for every final table he makes. * $55 tickets on 888poker and % of his fellow ambassadors’ scores at the €888 Barcelona Main Event as a part of Aaron’s “Bink in Barcelona” promotion. As a warm-up, he went streaming on April 10th, setting a 100 MTTs benchmark to see how long it will take. He managed to reach 101 MTTs in 11 hours and 52 minutes by playing an average of 18-22 tournaments simultaneously with buy-ins between $15 and $525. However, this attempt formally failed because he spent $10,941 on buy-ins but won only $9,814, finishing “the trial” stream $1,127 in the red. The Trial Stream # Why Aaron Barone Decided to Initiate a Prop Bet While abarone68 is known for his charitable activities, using streams to unite people for a noble cause, this time the reasoning behind the challenge wasn’t about charity. The day before the challenge broadcast started, Aaron shared that he [wanted to reach two goals](https://x.com/abarone68/status/2044182484452323438?s=20): to remind the community about periods when challenges like this one made people fall in love with poker but also — to publicly express his love for the poker grind: Aaron “abarone68” Barone I grew up in the 2+2 era of online poker, where prop bets were a [thing.It](http://thing.It) was also my first introduction to ‘influencers,’ as posters would set obscene challenges, pushing themselves to their physical and mental limits. I was inspired. I set a few of my own challenges, with varying degrees of success, and then at some point I looked up and the culture had faded away.   He continued: “*Surprisingly, a lot of people simply aren’t aware of this time period — My theory is, and this isn’t a criticism, but because they’re too young or too old as both groups simply weren’t familiar with the internet back then.  🤣* *As an influencer, part of me thought I could use my platform to recapture some of that nostalgia and show people what helped me fall in love with the game of poker. But that’s not the main reason I’m doing this prop bet. The main reason is selfish — I’m attempting to play 150 MTTs tomorrow because I love the grind. I love loading a million tables, feverishly clicking through spots, and realizing I’ve got many deep runs to sweat. It’s exhilarating to have a big stack in a tournament, but somehow almost as fun to be battling for hours with the shorstack. Doesn’t seem possible, but it’s true!* *Tomorrow, I get the opportunity to do all of that on a scale that I’ve never done before. I get to play more poker than I’ve ever played before. And that means more big hands, more crazy bluffs, and ultimately, more fun.* *Who knows, might just make a bit of money, too. “* # 150 MTTs per 24 Hours Prop Bet Results Being the pro we all want to become when we grow up, Aaron beat 150 MTTs for 16 hours and 20 minutes. He had $90-ish profit at that point. While he won the prop bet, Aaron didn’t stop playing for the next hour, finishing the last six events. So, formally, his challenge and stream ended at 17 hours and 15 minutes into the broadcast with a profit of $690. Aaron managed to keep his focus and composure during the entire stream, even though his eyes were visibly puffy during the last few hours. The Challenge However, he was quite pleased with himself, stating on the stream: I’m glad I won. I’m glad that it was fun for most of the time. I’m also glad it’s over. I don’t know when the next \[one will be\]. Initially, I thought: “When I win this challenge, then I’ll do another challenge at some point quite soon”. We’ll see. Right now, I would like to just rest. But I know that I play more tables than most people do. And I’ve done this for a long time being a professional poker player. But I hope, me dropping down stakes a little bit today and playing this long of a session as well as my normal Friday marathon sessions is at least somewhat…inspiring is a bit strong but at least somewhat motivational to show you that it is possible to grind through the variance. And you don’t need to be the best, you don’t need to play the highest stakes. You can be successful at this game and other things in life even when things don’t go your way. ***PokerListings congratulates Aaron Barone on successfully completing the challenge and winning the bet. We hope the next challenge will be even more impressive!*** Source: [https://www.pokerlistings.com/news/tired-but-satisfied-abarone68-won-the-24-hours-prop-bet](https://www.pokerlistings.com/news/tired-but-satisfied-abarone68-won-the-24-hours-prop-bet) by [Vasilisa Zyryanova](https://www.pokerlistings.com/author/vasilisa)

Can someone clarify how these tournaments work on GGpoker? I’ve mostly played on PokerStars before, but recently switched over to GG, and I’m still getting familiar with the platform. I’ve noticed that there are multiple Stage 1 tournaments running several times a day. I also see that the final stage for the $100K event is on April 19, and for the $250K event, it’s on April 27. Is the only way to qualify for the final stage by winning a Stage 1 tournament? Also, do players typically enter multiple Stage 1 events even after already qualifying? I’ve come across a few different explanations online, so I just wanted to confirm how it actually works.

https://preview.redd.it/g6se0svfm0vg1.jpg?width=1599&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=5f965513c762463d863f8e9115d6e1362b1feccc Up to April 26th, 2026, PokerStars offers players a bingo-like exclusive challenge for Spin&Go tournaments — Spingo with $160,000 in prizes. # How Spingo Works When a player opts in to Spingo through the Challenges tab, they become eligible to receive a Spingo Card — a 5×5 grid with 24 random numbers and a blank space in the center. These numbers need to be collected by playing Spin&Go: * Register in any suitable Spin&Go * When the Spin&Go spinner appears on the screen, a random number will be generated underneath it * If the generated number is on your card, it will be added to your collection on the Spingo Card Collect all the numbers in a row, and PokerStars will give you 2x your minimum buy-in in Spin&Go. Collect all 24 numbers, and you’ll get 3x your minimum buy-in. All prizes are credited within 48 hours of completing the challenge and will drop from the Chest. Unopened Chests expire after 7 days. # In Which Spin&Gos is Spingo Challenge Available? Only classic 3-max Spin&Go with buy-ins from $0.50 to $1,000 are eligible for this Spingo Challenge. Every Spin&Go Max, promotional Spin&Gos and qualifiers, PLO Spin&Go, Power Path Step 1, etc are excluded from this promo. You can identify eligible for SPINGO Challenge tournaments by a special sign: Please note: The Spingo Challenge is only available to verified, unrestricted PokerStars real-money accounts playing via .BG, .CH, .COM, .EU, .RO, and .UK skins. # How Spin&Go Multipliers Affect Numbers for Spingo Challenge While Spin&Go buy-ins do not matter when generating numbers for the Spingo card, multipliers do matter — they determine the range of numbers for randomized selection after the Spin&Go is launched: |2x multiplier|3x multiplier|4x multiplier| |:-|:-|:-| |1|13|25| |2|14|26| |3|15|27| |4|16|28| |5|17|29| |6|18|30| |7|19|31| |8|20|32| |9|21|33| |10|22|34| |11|23|35| |12|24|36| Probability is the same for all of them — 1/12 or 8.3%. **Source**: [https://www.pokerlistings.com/news/pokerstars-experiments-with-a-new-spingo-challenge](https://www.pokerlistings.com/news/pokerstars-experiments-with-a-new-spingo-challenge) by [Alex Sakuta](https://www.pokerlistings.com/author/alex_s)

One issue I have with the migration of PokerStars to Fanduel is that I can no longer export the hand history as far as I can tell. I could export 200 hands or an entire tournament and it would email me every hand played. Maybe I'm missing something, but the Fanduels history interface is confusing and clunky. Does anyone know how to do it with the new app? Are there any Android apps that would automatically record hand history? I'm assuming that's what PokerTracker 4 does, am I right? Do I need to start playing on the computer if I want that functionality? Edit: or should I make the switch to a different poker app like GG that accomplishes this?

Anyone else getting the impression that there are a ton of bots vs people who don’t play poker? Every hand limped in tourney and people tanking until the time runs out repeatedly only to limp…. Something isn’t right about this. Also they got rid of mixed events which is how they stood out from say WSOP & BetMGM. Very unfortunate. It’s to the point that I’m losing patience and just punting to make it stop. This is unplayable. Edit: tried again… this is slower than live tournaments. Takes five mins a hand. Online is supposed to be faster. I don’t trust this at all.

Hey I just bought me a meta quest 3 and i have problems. I had the Met quest 2 before, but I didn’t have problems with that. When I try to start games like Gorilla Tag, the game says it can’t connect to my Meta account, and because of that I can’t play online or really play at all. I’m unable to play Gorilla Tag, PokerStars VR, and Pavlov Shack, for example. If anyone can help me, I would really appreciate it.

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The PokerStars Live **Okada Manila Millions** returns to Okada Manila in Parañaque, Philippines from **29th April to 10th May 2026** for a 12-day festival with more than **₱50,000,000 in guaranteed prize pools** across a packed schedule of over 40 events. The flagship event is the **₱8,000 buy-in Main Event** carrying a ₱6,000,000 guarantee, with Day 1 flights spread across multiple starting days before the field converges for the final stages. Supporting events span a wide range of buy-ins and formats, including a **Micro Millions series**, a Saturday Super Stack, progressive knockout events and a variety of daily side tournaments giving players plenty of options throughout the series. The festival is hosted at the PokerStars Live Manila room inside the Okada Manila integrated resort, a regular stop on the Asia Pacific Poker Tour calendar and one of Asia's most prominent poker venues. # Okada Manila Millions Tournament Schedule |DATE|TIME|EVENT #|EVENT|BUY-IN|FEE|KO|BLIND LEVELS|STARTING STACK|GUARANTEE| |:-|:-|:-|:-|:-|:-|:-|:-|:-|:-| |Apr 29|12:00|1|₱7,500 Warm-up PKO A — ₱1M GTD (Play ITM)|₱6,600|₱900||25m|25,000|₱1,000,000| ||17:00|1|₱7,500 Warm-up PKO B — ₱1M GTD (Play ITM)|₱6,600|₱900||25m|25,000|₱1,000,000| ||20:00|2|SAT ₱1,900 Okada Millions Qualifier — WYS 25K (5 seats GTD)|₱1,672|₱228||15m|5,000|| ||21:00|3|₱5,000 SuperStack Hyper Turbo|₱4,400|₱600||10m|40,000|| |Apr 30|12:00|1|Warm-up PKO — Day 2 Final|₱0|||25m||| ||12:00|4|₱4,500 Okada Micro Millions A — ₱1M GTD (Play ITM)|₱3,960|₱540||25m|20,000|₱1,000,000| ||16:00|5|₱10,000 Knockout \[₱2K Bounty\]|₱7,040|₱960|₱2,000|20m|25,000|| ||17:00|4|₱4,500 Okada Micro Millions B — ₱1M GTD (Play ITM) \[20/15\]|₱3,960|₱540||20m|20,000|₱1,000,000| ||20:00|6|SAT ₱1,900 Okada Millions Qualifier — WYS 25K (5 seats GTD)|₱1,672|₱228||15m|5,000|| ||21:00|7|₱5,000 Megastack Hyper Turbo|₱4,400|₱600||10m|30,000|| |May 1|12:00|4|₱4,500 Okada Micro Millions C — ₱1M GTD (Play ITM)|₱3,960|₱540||25m|20,000|₱1,000,000| ||16:00|8|₱8,000 NLH|₱7,040|₱960||20m|25,000|| ||17:00|4|₱4,500 Okada Micro Millions D — ₱1M GTD (Play ITM) \[20/15\]|₱3,960|₱540||20m|20,000|₱1,000,000| ||20:00|9|SAT ₱1,900 Okada Millions Qualifier — WYS 25K (5 seats GTD)|₱1,672|₱228||15m|5,000|| ||21:00|10|₱5,000 PLO Hyper Turbo|₱4,400|₱600||10m|25,000|| |May 2|12:00|4|Okada Micro Millions — Day 2 Final|₱0|||25m||| ||12:00|11|₱12,500 Saturday Super Stack A — ₱2M GTD (Play ITM)|₱11,000|₱1,500||25m|40,000|₱2,000,000| ||12:00|12|₱6,000 Knockout \[₱1K Bounty\]|₱4,400|₱600|₱1,000|20m|25,000|| ||15:00|13|SAT ₱2,400 Qualifier to Saturday Super Stack — WYS 30K|₱2,112|₱288||15m|5,000|| ||17:00|11|₱12,500 Saturday Super Stack B — ₱2M GTD (Play ITM)|₱11,000|₱1,500||25m|40,000|₱2,000,000| ||20:00|14|SAT ₱1,900 Okada Millions Qualifier — WYS 25K (10 seats GTD)|₱1,672|₱228||15m|5,000|| ||21:00|15|₱5,000 Hyper Turbo|₱4,400|₱600||10m|20,000|| |May 3|12:00|11|Saturday Super Stack — Day 2 Final|₱0|||30m||| ||12:00|16|₱12,500 Sunday Million — ₱1M GTD|₱11,000|₱1,500||25m|30,000|₱1,000,000| ||15:00|17|₱20,000 PLO Knockout \[₱5K Bounty\]|₱13,200|₱1,800|₱5,000|20m|30,000|| ||19:00|18|₱5,000 PLO Turbo — Double Board Bomb Pot|₱4,400|₱600||15m|20,000|| ||20:00|19|SAT ₱1,900 Okada Millions Qualifier — WYS 25K (10 seats GTD)|₱1,672|₱228||15m|5,000|| ||21:00|20|₱6,000 Hyper Turbo Knockout \[₱1K Bounty\]|₱4,400|₱600|₱1,000|10m|20,000|| |May 4|12:00|21|₱10,000 Ultra Stack — ₱780K GTD|₱8,800|₱1,200||25m|50,000|₱780,000| ||17:00|22|₱8,000 Deepstack Turbo|₱7,040|₱960||15m|30,000|| ||20:00|23|SAT ₱1,900 Okada Millions Qualifier — WYS 25K|₱1,672|₱228||15m|5,000|| ||21:00|24|₱4,000 Win the Button Hyper Turbo|₱3,520|₱480||10m|20,000|| |May 5|12:00|25|₱15,000 Knockout \[₱5K Bounty\] — ₱780K GTD|₱8,800|₱1,200|₱5,000|25m|30,000|₱780,000| ||17:00|26|₱8,000 6 Handed Turbo|₱7,040|₱960||15m|30,000|| ||20:00|27|SAT ₱1,900 Okada Millions Qualifier — WYS 25K|₱1,672|₱228||15m|5,000|| ||21:00|28|₱4,000 Run It Twice Hyper Turbo|₱3,520|₱480||10m|20,000|| |May 6|12:00|29|₱8,000 Okada Millions A — ₱6M GTD (Play ITM)|₱7,040|₱960||25m|25,000|₱6,000,000| ||15:00|30|₱10,000 NLH Freezeout|₱8,800|₱1,200||20m|30,000|| ||17:00|29|₱8,000 Okada Millions B — ₱6M GTD (Play ITM)|₱7,040|₱960||20m|25,000|₱6,000,000| ||19:00|31|₱5,000 Megastack Turbo|₱4,400|₱600||15m|30,000|| ||20:00|32|SAT ₱1,900 Okada Millions Qualifier — WYS 25K|₱1,672|₱228||15m|5,000|| |May 7|12:00|29|₱8,000 Okada Millions C — ₱6M GTD (Play ITM)|₱7,040|₱960||25m|25,000|₱6,000,000| ||15:00|33|₱10,000 Shot Clock NLH|₱8,800|₱1,200||20m|30,000|| ||17:00|29|₱8,000 Okada Millions D — ₱6M GTD (Play ITM)|₱7,040|₱960||20m|25,000|₱6,000,000| ||19:00|34|₱6,000 Knockout Turbo \[₱1K Bounty\]|₱4,400|₱600|₱1,000|15m|20,000|| ||20:00|35|SAT ₱1,900 Okada Millions Qualifier — WYS 25K|₱1,672|₱228||15m|5,000|| |May 8|12:00|29|₱8,000 Okada Millions E — ₱6M GTD (Play ITM)|₱7,040|₱960||25m|25,000|₱6,000,000| ||15:00|36|₱15,000 Mystery Bounty A — ₱2M GTD (Play ITM)|₱13,200|₱1,800||25m|30,000|₱2,000,000| ||15:00|37|SAT ₱1,900 Okada Millions Qualifier — WYS 25K|₱1,672|₱228||15m|5,000|| ||17:00|29|₱8,000 Okada Millions F — ₱6M GTD (Play ITM)|₱7,040|₱960||20m|25,000|₱6,000,000| ||19:00|38|₱5,000 Super Stack Turbo Freezeout|₱4,400|₱600||15m|40,000|| ||21:00|29|₱8,000 Okada Millions G — ₱6M GTD (Play ITM) \[Turbo\]|₱7,040|₱960||15m|25,000|₱6,000,000| ||22:00|39|SAT ₱3,000 Qualifier to Mystery Bounty — WYS 30K|₱2,640|₱360||15m|5,000|| |May 9|12:00|36|₱15,000 Mystery Bounty B — ₱2M GTD (Play ITM)|₱13,200|₱1,800||25m|30,000|₱2,000,000| ||12:00|40|₱8,000 Superstack Freezeout|₱7,040|₱960||20m|40,000|| ||13:00|29|Okada Millions — Day 2|₱0|||30m||| ||15:00|41|₱8,000 Pot Limit Omaha|₱7,040|₱960||20m|25,000|| ||15:00|42|SAT ₱3,000 Qualifier to Mystery Bounty — WYS 30K|₱2,640|₱360||15m|5,000|| ||17:00|36|₱15,000 Mystery Bounty C — ₱2M GTD (Play ITM) \[20/15\]|₱13,200|₱1,800||20m|30,000|₱2,000,000| ||20:00|43|₱5,000 Swap Hold'em Turbo|₱4,400|₱600||15m|20,000|| ||21:00|44|₱10,000 NLH 10/10/10|₱8,800|₱1,200||10m|10,000|| |May 10|12:00|36|Mystery Bounty — Day 2 Final|₱0|||30m||| ||12:00|45|₱37,500 Survivor Knockout \[₱25K Bounty\] — ₱1M GTD|₱11,000|₱1,500|₱25,000|25m|30,000|₱1,000,000| ||13:00|29|Okada Millions — Final 9|₱0|||30m||| ||17:00|46|₱8,000 6 Handed Turbo|₱7,040|₱960||15m|20,000|| ||19:00|47|₱5,000 Last Chance Super Hyper Turbo|₱4,400|₱600||5m|50,000|| Info via [https://mttdb.com/live-poker/okada-millions-2026/](https://mttdb.com/live-poker/okada-millions-2026/)

Went to complete the weekly challenges for PokerStars VR Vegas Infinite, this game is buggy as shit and some reason people still throw their money into it. This week I went up 129k but it was a few more hands than 40 hands, which I usually use to help keep track of how well or awful I am doing though the month. But with the hand counter bugging out not even sure, just going to walk away, and post about it on forums. First 20 hands went well... > [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fNc8DoF1gQM&t=150s](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fNc8DoF1gQM&t=150s)

I’ve been dealing with random forced logouts on PokerStars through the FanDuel site, so I started experimenting to see what might be causing it. What I’ve found is that if I click back to the main lobby every 10 minutes or so — just opening the homepage or tapping into any tournament, featured event, Sit & Go, or Spin & Go — I stay logged in with no disconnects. That makes me think there’s some kind of communication gap between the main client and the open table window. It’s a pain, but doing this has kept me logged in for entire sessions, even though I used to get kicked after 15–20 minutes (and even faster on iOS/Android). If FanDuel support ever sees this, maybe it’s something worth looking into. I’m sharing it in case anyone else wants to try it and see if it helps them too.

https://preview.redd.it/pyo5bxy590ug1.jpg?width=1461&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=06aa27419913e64022577c4250f0c377bc9c91ee Together with StatName, we continue to cover the results of the best cash game players across different stakes and rooms over the past month. We try to highlight interesting patterns and standout performances at every limit, from NL10 all the way up to the overall rankings. But first, as always, a few important notes: * StatName tracks net profit at cash tables. Rakeback, leaderboard rewards, and promotional bonuses are not included in the statistics. * StatName only tracks results at regular cash tables (fast-fold tables are excluded). * StatName data may differ slightly from your HUD due to import inaccuracies, but the sample sizes remain representative and provide a reliable picture of player performance. # NL/PL10: Guilherme “Schutz21” dos Santos Takes First Place With $1.1K Schutz21 continues to demonstrate a stratospheric win rate. He was already in the top 3 of our rankings in [January 2026](https://www.pokerlistings.com/news/top-cash-game-players-january-2026), when he managed to win an average of $0.95 per hand at NL10. In March, his win rate was slightly lower: $0.92 per hand. However, he managed to win more overall. [February 2026](https://www.pokerlistings.com/news/top-cash-game-players-february-2026) NL/PL10  leader, McCormack.I, finished second with a profit of $1.1K — $124 more than he won in March. StatName NL/PL10 # NL/PL25: nastja336 Wins 92 Stacks nastja336 has been a regular among the top players since 2019. However, nastja336 usually plays NL50. Last year, they made it into the top 5 players with a profit of $17,000 at $0.25/0.50. As we can see, moving down in stakes was successful. In March 2026, nastja336 managed to earn $2.3K. ***By the way, you can track an unlimited number of players for free on StatName up to NLH/PLO25.*** StatName NL/PL25 # NL/PL50: Newcomer AleJunior001 Becomes Best Player in the Limit If you think the same players make it to the top of the best players list month after month, you’re wrong. AleJunior001 and MyBestPokeR won $5.3K and $5K, respectively. And we’re seeing these two players’ names for the first time. Incidentally, Mangilik was already in our rankings. Last month, he absolutely crushed NL200 with an $18K profit. We don’t know why, but he decided to drop two stakes lower. But in March, he showed a profit of $4.7K. StatName NL/PL50 # NL/PL100: iPoker Players Are on Top Two players from iPoker network rooms topped the rankings: HangdoG ($10K profit) and DemonZINCh ($8.1K profit). HangdoG is making his debut in our rankings, while DemonZINCh also finished second in February with a profit of $6.5K. StatName NL/PL100 # NL200: MartaiMrko3 Tops the Rankings The top spot is once again occupied by an iPoker player making our rankings for the first time. MartaiMrko3 earned $16K in profit. The players just below us are already familiar. They include kebab-setä, the best stakes player of 2024 and 2025, and AlexEliseev7, one of the best NL100 players from last year. As we can see, the climb up the stakes is proceeding successfully. StatName NL200 # NL/PL500: M4D_ T1LT Is Back With $11K Profit M4D\_ T1LT needs no introduction. This is the best NL500 player 2023 & [2025](https://www.pokerlistings.com/news/top-online-cash-game-players-of-2025-profits-winrates-and-volume) \+ second-best NL500 player 2024. This is his best monthly result so far in 2026. StatName NL/PL500 # Results at NL/PL1K up to NL/PL5K |Limit|Player (Room)|Profit|Hands|Win Rate (bb/100)| |:-|:-|:-|:-|:-| |NL/PL1K|Madcow13 (IP)|$22K|5.1K (PL)|37.9| |NL/PL2K|Antonio Scala (GG)|$25K|2.4K (NL)|52.9| |NL/PL5K|James Belanger (PS)|$24K|819 (PL)|59.7| # Overall: Disconcerted Wins $41K+  Top-3 of the March 2026 overall rankings were represented entirely by iPoker players. Disconcerted won the most: $41K. POKERHAMSTERR and RentalCar won $33K and $32K, respectively. StatName Overall March Rankings # About StatName StatName collects over 20 different stats on cash game players from GGPoker, WPN, PokerStars, iPoker, Chico, 888poker, PokerROS, Winamax, iPoker (IT). Subscription price depends on rooms and networks. For example, here are the prices for a PS/888/CHI subscription.  * NLH/PLO 50 → $13 * NLH/PLO 500 → $26 * NLH/PLO 500+ → $43 Discounts: * Up to 20% off a 12-month subscription * Up to 16% off a 6-month subscription Payment Methods: Skrill, Bitcoin, USDT, and card payments. **Source:** [https://www.pokerlistings.com/news/top-cash-game-players-march-2026](https://www.pokerlistings.com/news/top-cash-game-players-march-2026) by [Alex Sakuta](https://www.pokerlistings.com/author/alex_s)

I want to start playing online CASH poker at NL2 and move up through the levels as I master them. My question is: which of these sites is best to start with? (I'm from Mexico) Advantages of GG: More players online: At the same times, there are practically twice as many players as on PokerStars. Table selection: You have the option to select a table, which PokerStars no longer offers. Advantages of PokerStars I like their software a little better. It seems more secure/reliable to me, in my opinion (share your experiences). Disadvantage: I can’t choose a table; for example, it shows you the room’s level and how many players are there, and it automatically seats you at a table without giving you a choice

I was looking through SEC filings today and found something insane. Kenneth Dart, a reclusive billionaire (Dart Container fortune, net worth $6B+), has been accumulating a massive position in Flutter Entertainment ($FLUT) through total return swaps. And when I say massive I mean he filed 18 separate Form 4s between March 4 and April 6. Here's the breakdown. On March 4 he bought $89M worth. Then $33M on March 5. Then $12.7M on March 6. Then he bought $41M, $95M, $98M, $90M, $85M over the next four trading days. On March 16 alone he added $133M in a single day. He kept going through the end of March and into April. Total across all filings: roughly 8.4 million notional shares at an average around $105. That's approximately $886 million in economic exposure accumulated in one month. And here's the thing, the stock was falling the entire time. FLUT went from $165 in early February to $101 by end of March, a 39% drawdown. Dart started buying at $104 on March 4 and just kept going as it dropped to $100. Other insiders (the CEO Amy Howe and two other execs) were selling on March 13 while Dart was buying $85M that same day. For context, Flutter owns FanDuel (biggest US sportsbook by market share), Paddy Power, Betfair, and PokerStars. US sports betting revenue is projected to hit $40B by 2030 and FanDuel is the market leader. When a billionaire spends nearly $900M catching a falling knife while insiders sell into his bid, either he's wrong or everyone else is. I know which way I'm leaning. Anyone else watching this? What am I missing? Source for the filing data: SEC EDGAR Form 4 filings for Flutter Entertainment (FLUT)

Honestly fed up with the big 2 at this point; the rake keeps going up, real name tables feel like a privacy invasion, and every time I want to cash out even a couple hundred quid they flag me for source of wealth questions. It's exhausting!!!! Anyone know where the actual soft games still are? sites with decent micros rake, fields that aren't just GTO bots grinding it out, and payouts that don't take weeks.

I have been trying to figure out the **best poker sites in Canada** without falling into the usual trap of reading ten different ranking pages that all sound the same. The more I looked, the more obvious it got that Canada is not one simple market. Provincial rules matter a lot. Ontario is the biggest example, because it has a regulated open market with multiple licensed poker operators, while other provinces lean more on provincial platforms instead of a big shared private-operator setup. PlayCanada currently lists five licensed online poker platforms in Ontario, and it also notes that Ontario poker is ring-fenced to players physically located in the province. # That already changes the whole conversation for me. So I am not really asking for another generic top 10. I am trying to work out what people actually mean when they say the **best poker sites in Canada**. Are we talking about Ontario-only real-money poker rooms? Provincial platforms like PlayNow in BC? Atlantic lottery poker products? Or are people just mixing poker, casino, and sportsbook brands together in one big list? PlayNow currently shows poker for British Columbia residents, while Atlantic Lottery offers online gaming including poker-style content in New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, and Newfoundland and Labrador. # For me, the useful questions are much simpler: * which **best poker sites in Canada** still feel worth using after the first deposit * which ones handle cashouts and verification normally * which ones have enough traffic that the games feel alive * which ones feel good on mobile, not just desktop * which ones are actually strong for real-money poker, not just casino-first brands with everything mixed together # That is the gap I keep noticing A lot of pages about **real money poker sites Canada** jump straight to welcome offers and flashy promotions, but I care more about the boring details. What does the tournament schedule feel like? Are the cash tables active enough? Is the app actually solid? If I am in Ontario, does the ring-fenced setup still have enough player traffic to stay interesting? If I am outside Ontario, am I basically looking at provincial options rather than a bigger private market? Right now, it seems like the most serious poker discussion in Canada still centres on names like PokerStars Ontario, GGPoker or WSOP.ca, partypoker, BetMGM Poker, and 888poker in Ontario, with provincial options being a different category entirely. PokerStars officially launched its Ontario product in the regulated market, GGPoker.ca says it launched exclusively in Ontario in 2022, and partypoker continues to advertise cash games, spins, and tournaments for Canada with Ontario-specific restrictions in place. # So here is really what I want from the community here If you play online poker in Canada for real money, what actually held up for you? Which platforms had decent traffic and normal payouts? Which ones felt strongest on mobile? Which ones stayed worth opening after the promo wore off? And if you are outside Ontario, did you stick with provincial options or find that the real poker conversation is basically Ontario-led now? I would rather hear the boring details than another polished list. For me, that is the only real way to judge the **best poker sites in Canada**.

He wasn't a poker guy. He was a **StarCraft** grinder from a small town in the Netherlands. At an international gaming event, he met French pro Bertrand "ElkY" Grospellier, who deposited his first $10 on PokerStars. [Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lex_Veldhuis) That's it. That's the origin story. A year later he dropped out of college. Within a few years he was playing $300/$600 cash against Doyle Brunson and Tom Dwan on national TV and calling a $60k river bluff with a pair of deuces. Then the loyalty program that was paying him changed, the money dried up, and he had to reinvent himself. Streaming became the solution — he went live for the first time on February 29, 2016, starting with 100-150 viewers for months before anyone noticed. [GipsyTeam](https://www.gipsyteam.com/hall/veldhuis) In 2020, his SCOOP stream peaked at 58,799 concurrent viewers, a record for poker that no one has come close to since. [Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lex_Veldhuis) Then PokerStars pulled out of the Netherlands. He commuted to Belgium to keep streaming for nearly three years [Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lex_Veldhuis), rather than quit. In January 2026 he finally left after a 17-year ambassadorship and signed with GGPoker. $10 deposit. StarCraft brain. Seventeen years of grinding. That's the guy people are watching when they think streaming is "easy money."

repost from [r/dkpoker](r/dkpoker), feel welcome to join FYI: On all of these sites the minimum age is 18. MitID and CPR numbers are required and all winnings are TAX FREE. The fact that these sites are regulated means that they can be trusted to be safe and fair to play on. If there are any questions on what certain terms mean, I’m happy to elaborate. 🔴 PokerStars.dk Cash Games - NLH, PLO4, PLO5, PLO6, Zoom, Mixed Games Cash Stakes - $2NL to $40kNL, same for PLO. MTT Stakes: $0.55 – $15,000; Sunday Million $1M GTD weekly; SCOOP/WCOOP annually Rake - 6/10 Softness - Medium. Lots of traffic but regs find it too, especially above micros Bonus/RB - 4/10; 100% up to $100 welcome; \~15% rakeback Max Tables: 8 cash, MTTs uncapped 🟡 Danske Spil / GGPoker ⚠️ Danish 🇩🇰 launch imminent — not fully live yet Cash Games - huge variety: NLH, PLO4/5/6, Rush & Cash (fast-fold), Short Deck, All-in or Fold Cash Stakes - everything from 2NL to 40kNL. Same goes for PLO. MTT Stakes - $0.11 – $10,300; GGMasters $1M GTD weekly; WSOP Online bracelet events Rake - 5/10; 3-bet pots raked preflop even without a flop, that kinda sucks. Softness - Very good. Recreational-heavy, no external HUDs allowed Bonus/RB - 8/10; $600 deposit match; up to 80% rakeback via Ocean Rewards 🔵 Unibet.dk Cash Games - NLH, PLO4, Banzai (10bb short-stack), no fast-fold Cash Stakes - €4NL to €400NL MTT Stakes (buy-in) - Free– €250; Supermoon €40K GTD monthly Rake - 8/10; as low as 2% at micros, best in market at low stakes; mid-stakes rake is a bit higher, though Softness - Exceptional. Anonymous tables, random seating, no HUDs. Softest site in Denmark Bonus/RB - 5/10; €200 welcome via missions; no traditional rakeback Max Tables - Auto-assigned seating keeps it natural 🟠 888poker.dk Cash Games - NLH (6-max + 9-max), PLO4, PLO Hi/Lo, Fixed-Limit, Snap (fast-fold) Cash Stakes - $0.01/$0.02 ($2NL) – $25/$50 ($5kNL) MTT Stakes - $0.01 – $525; XL Series, $100K GTD Sunday, Mystery Bounty events Rake - 6/10 Softness - Very Good. Standalone network, heavy casino crossover traffic Bonus/RB - 6/10; 100% up to 1,000 DKK; 20% cash rakeback every Monday Max Tables - \~12, no hard cap 🟢 NordicBet / bet365 / Betfair / bwin All these sites have the same player pool - pick one Cash Games - NLH, PLO4, PLO Hi/Lo, Short Deck, Speed Poker (fast-fold) Cash Stakes - NL2 – NL1000 MTT Stakes - €0.50 – €5,000; Twister jackpot SNGs; daily MTT schedule Rake - 5/10; 5%, €3 cap Softness - Good Bonus/RB - 6/10; NordicBet best of four: 100% up to €2,000; 10–30% tiered cashback; HUDs supported Max Tables - 16+ # Standouts Rake: Unibet & PokerStars best, GG worst Softness: Unibet 10/10, GG 9/10, 888 7/10, iPoker 7/10, Stars 5/10 Sign-up Bonus/ Rakeback; GG 8/10, iPoker 6/10, 888 6/10, Unibet 5/10, Stars 4/10 Most amount of traffic, variety of poker formats and highest stakes - Pokerstars and GG.

https://preview.redd.it/0qnx7fep1tsg1.jpg?width=2200&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=fae1fab0164b2cb43ed32eb18a1d392c708ce18a The first few days of the [Irish Poker Open](https://www.pokerlistings.com/poker-tournaments/irish-poker-open) gave us plenty to work with right off the bat. Monday and Tuesday just added on to that, with more winners, another high roller wrapped up in short order, and a few midweek storylines that are just beginning to take shape. There’s also still a lot left to come. Apart from these articles, we are also covering the 2026 action at the Craic on our socials, so make sure to keep an eye on our live updates and exclusive content over the next few days as more of the bigger events start to take shape. As for the beginning of this week, here is the IPO 2026 need to know. # Koch, Bartha, and More Gave Monday a Head Start Monday was not exactly a slow start to the week. One of the more unusual formats on the schedule produced its first champion when Switzerland’s **Mike Koch** won the inaugural **Kings and Queens** event for €5,500. The tournament drew 102 entries and kept its gender-balanced concept intact deep into the final day, with six men and six women still standing at the last 12 before Koch eventually got through heads-up play against Ireland’s Shella McSweeney. Mike Koch: Winner of the Kings and Queens 2026 The **Luxon Mystery Bounty** also came to a conclusion, although not before dragging on well beyond the point where anyone involved probably expected a quick finish. **Tudor Bartha** emerged with the title and €110,700 in total winnings, made up of €96,700 in prize money plus bounties, while runner-up Carlo Wolters actually collected a bigger overall payout of €139,950 thanks to his talent for pulling the right envelopes at the right time. That event drew 1,175 players and produced a €569,875 prize pool. Tudor Bartha: Winner of the Luxon Mystery Bounty Elsewhere, Germany’s **Sascha Manns** won the **€350 HORSE Championship** for €10,300 after beating Keith McCormack heads-up, while **Ben Sweetman** came through a 126-entry field to win the **Deuce to 7 Triple Draw** **Championship**. Finland’s **Luka Sorainen** also took down the **€3,000 Cuatro NLH High Roller**, finishing with €65,000 in total after eight knockouts boosted his payout well beyond the listed first-place money. # Balazs Somodi Adds Another Irish Open PLO Result, This Time With a Trophy If there was any doubt that **Balazs Somodi** came to Dublin for the PLO schedule, Tuesday night did decent job clearing that up. The Hungarian specialist won the **€5,000 PLO High Roller** after returning for the final day with three opponents still standing and making fairly quick work of the job. In fact, it took just half an hour to settle the title, with Somodi locking up his first Irish Open trophy and €46,695. Balazs Somodi at the €5,000 PLO High Roller 2026 That result came not long after another deep run at this year’s festival, where he finished third in the Cuatro PLO High Roller (you can check that one out in our first IPO 2026 recap). Add in his previous Irish Open PLO cashes from last year, and it is pretty clear where he feels most at home. The event drew 27 entries and built a €124,403 prize pool, with only four players getting paid. Somodi may have arrived because of the packed Omaha schedule, but he now has the silverware to justify the trip. |Place|Player|Prize| |:-|:-|:-| |1|Balazs Somodi|€46,695| |2|Steven Tool|€40,357| |3|Karl Hedderman|€22,400| |4|Ruslan Nazarenko|€14,950| # Eero Abbey Gets His First Win in Ireland in the €1,150 NLH 8-Max Tuesday also brought a title for Finland’s **Eero Abbey**, who closed out the **€1,150 NLH 8-Max** for his first win on Irish soil. Abbey, already known for winning the [PokerStars](https://www.pokerlistings.com/poker-sites/poker-stars) Open Barcelona High Roller, came through a field of 285 entries in the Dublin event, with the tournament producing a €290,273 prize pool and paying the top 39 finishers. By the end, he struck a heads-up deal with Germany’s Benjamin Kuch, with Kuch collecting €47,160 for second. In this one, Conor O’Driscoll, Robbie Bull, Leo Worthington-Leese, and Paul Carr all made cashes, but Abbey was the one who finished with the trophy. If you’d like to know how Abbey felt at the end of all of this, check out the post-match interview here: # Leonidas Georgopoulos Lands a Career-Best Score in the €350 NLH 6-Max Championship Another one of the bigger stories from the last two days belonged to Greece’s **Leonidas Georgopoulos**, who won the **€350 NLH 6-Max Championship** for €47,700. This was the biggest live cash of his career, pushing him beyond the $100,000 mark in recorded tournament winnings and giving him his first Irish flag on The Hendon Mob. Not a bad return for a €350 buy-in. Leonidas Georgopoulos winning the €350 NLH 6-Max Championship The tournament pulled in 865 entries and created a €206,106 prize pool, with 46 players finishing in the money. In the end, Georgopoulos outlasted Germany’s Jonas Heuser in heads-up play and got his hands on his first Irish Open trophy. # More Still to Come If the start of this week was any indication of what’s to come, it’s going to be other chaos at the Craic in the next few days. The next Flip Day 1 is already set for for today at 9 pm, and with bigger fields building across the series, the middle part of the week should bring even more movement in the marquee events. We’ll have more from the floor as the Irish Poker Open continues, with our live updates tracking the action and more exclusive content landing across our socials. So if you want the next batch of winners, deep runs, and whatever else Dublin decides to throw up, that is where to keep an eye. **Source**: [https://www.pokerlistings.com/news/more-stories-and-more-winners-as-irish-poker-open-2026-starts-week-two](https://www.pokerlistings.com/news/more-stories-and-more-winners-as-irish-poker-open-2026-starts-week-two) by [Iva Dozet](https://www.pokerlistings.com/author/iva_dozets_pl)

I have been thinking about this… If more people try poker because they have a FanDuel account and they see it pop up on their screen… That is good for poker. Also, it normalizes playing poker on your phone. I know you can play on PC with PokerStars, but personally I only ever do it on my phone. Mobile is the most convenient and accessible way for me to play online poker (specifically PokerStars) because they did a good job of developing their app to be used on a smartphone. So in summary… I think this is a good thing if it ends up just being PokerStars within the FanDuel app A good thing… for not only the users of the app, but also poker in general.

Hey all, I recently joined Pokerstars (Ontario) and used a sign-up instant bonus. Decided I don't really want it and went to the My rewards section to surrender and get my contributed amount back. However, when I go to the instant bonus page, it shows a blank screen and never loads. I've tried the website and the Pokerstars software for Mac. Any idea on how to fix? Any help would be greatly appreciated. See pics for what I see on my end.

https://preview.redd.it/qxuu9ip3egsg1.jpg?width=1600&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=c564681d97979e79c7ddcdad953e06dd389f7324 33-year-old poker pro Matthias Eibinger made 3 final tables in Omaha (two “pure” PLO events and one NLH/PLO) events. Here’s a closer look at each of them. # Matthias Eibinger Is Far from an Omaha Specialist [Matthias Eibinger](https://www.pokerlistings.com/poker-player/matthias-eibinger) started playing Omaha at Triton in December 2025 with a single goal — to win more tournaments. Overall, he is an NLHE specialist and began his career grinding 6-max hyper SNGs to SuperNova Elite status on PokerStars (nickname “iambest2”). In December 2025, Matthias Eibinger played one event — the $75K PLO Triton PLO WSOP Paradise — [and won it](https://www.pokerlistings.com/news/triton-invitational-sets-new-record-eibinger-and-soverel-win-bracelets). In heads-up, he made a deal with Mike Watson. The first-place prize was $1,570,640\*. Of course, Matthias Eibinger couldn’t skip the PLO events at Triton Jeju and managed to extract maximum value from them. # $30K PLO/NLH: Punnat Punsri Wins Punnat Punsri (source: tritonpokerseries.com) Eibinger finished only 5th. The tournament was very dynamic. At 3-max, the average stack dropped to 20 BB. Punnat Punsri was the luckiest that evening. Punsri commented on his victory: > Also, Thailand’s top tournament player Punnat Punsri emphasized that it was important for him to win this event, as from the very beginning of his career he alternated between two disciplines: Hold’em and Omaha. This was Punsri’s 6th Triton title. Only Jason Koon has more (12 titles). **Final Table Payouts — $30K PLO/NLH (60 entries):** |Position|Player|Payout| |:-|:-|:-| |1|Punnat Punsri|$504K| |2|Zhou Quan|$356K| |3|Daniel Rezaei|$240K| |4|Matthew Wantman|$183K| |5|Matthias Eibinger|$144K| |6|Laszlo Bujtas|$112K| |7|Dan Dvoress|$87K| # $50K PLO Mystery Bounty: Matthias Eibinger Falls Short to Artur Martirosian The relationship these two players have with Omaha is somewhat similar. Artur started playing four-card poker last season with a single goal: to win the Triton Series Player of the Year ranking. His plan worked. This season, Artur plans to defend his Triton POY title. However, before this event, the series wasn’t going well for him: * 12 tournaments played * $710K in buy-ins (excluding re-entries) * $408K in winnings Martirosian reached the final table with the second-shortest stack of 29 BB. But he managed to eliminate all opponents, including Matthias Eibinger in heads-up. Interesting fact: over his career, Artur has played 4 heads-up matches in PLO events at Triton and won all 4. Artur had to draw 7 bounties. By the draw, he was supposed to pick last. In the end, he added $550K in bounties to his $494K prize. The two top bounties of $200K and $300K were drawn by Cesar Garcia. **Final Table Payouts — $50K PLO Mystery Bounty (73 entries, including bounties):** |Position|Player|Payout| |:-|:-|:-| |1|Artur Martirosian|$1,044,000| |2|Matthias Eibinger|$561,000| |3|Seth Davies|$351,000| |4|Stephen Chidwick|$264,000| |5|Jason Koon|$264,000| |6|Cesar Garcia|$611,000| |7|David Wang|$88,000| # $100K PLO Main Event: Matthias Eibinger Defeats Richard Gryko Heads-Up This tournament was not an easy ride for Eibinger. In a post-tournament interview, he said that at some point he lost all hope of winning: > In heads-up, Eibinger’s stack dropped to 8 BB, but he managed to spin it up. Watch the final hand on X (Twitter). **Final Table Payouts — $100K PLO Main Event (65 entries):** |Position|Player|Payout| |:-|:-|:-| |1|Matthias Eibinger|$1,787,000| |2|Richard Gryko|$1,270,000| |3|Klemens Roiter|$833,000| |4|Dan Dvoress|$640,000| |5|Patrick Antonius|$507,000| |6|Eelis Parssinen|$396,000| |7|Nino Pansier|$312,000| Eibinger became the third player in Triton history to win two Main Events. He won another one, in NLHE, at the Monte Carlo series in 2023 ($3.5M). **Source**: [https://www.pokerlistings.com/news/matthias-eibinger-dominates-omaha-events-at-triton-jeju](https://www.pokerlistings.com/news/matthias-eibinger-dominates-omaha-events-at-triton-jeju) by [Alex Sakuta](https://www.pokerlistings.com/author/alex_s)

April 15, 2011. Tax Day in the United States. At 2pm Eastern, the Department of Justice shut down PokerStars, Full Tilt Poker, and Absolute Poker simultaneously. Domain seizures. Bank accounts frozen. Indictments handed down. For anyone who played online poker in the US at the time, it's one of those moments you remember exactly where you were. Players logged in to find a DOJ seizure banner where their poker site used to be. Bankrolls — some of them very large — locked up overnight with no clear path to getting them back. Full Tilt Poker turned out to be running a $440 million hole in player funds. The money players thought was sitting in their accounts essentially didn't exist. It destroyed careers. Ended livelihoods. Wiped out years of work. Black Friday changed American poker permanently. We're covering the full story — the build-up, the day itself, and what happened after — in a future episode.

The UK's second-largest betting exchange just filed with the CFTC to launch in the US. For context: Smarkets has been running since 2008, has processed over $50B in lifetime trading volume, and is backed by Susquehanna, one of the world's biggest quantitative trading firms. **The backstory worth knowing** Founder Jason Trost originally left New York in 2008 specifically because prediction markets weren't allowed in the US at the time. He built Smarkets in London instead. Nearly two decades later, he's coming back. **What makes their approach different from Kalshi/Polymarket** Two things stand out: First, it's a pure exchange model. Users trade against each other, not the house. No vig baked into the price. In theory that means tighter spreads and better pricing for traders, similar to Betfair vs a traditional bookmaker. Second, their explicit positioning is "working with regulators, not around them." That's a direct contrast to Kalshi, which is currently fighting legal battles in Nevada, Arizona and Massachusetts simultaneously while the CFTC backs them federally. Smarkets has 18 years of experience operating under UK gambling regulations, which are among the tightest in the world. They've built AML, KYC and compliance infrastructure that's battle-tested. That's genuinely valuable in a regulatory environment that's getting more hostile by the week. **The timing is complicated** On one hand, the US prediction market space is exploding. Monthly volume went from $1.2B in early 2025 to over $20B in January 2026. The opportunity is real. On the other hand, the regulatory picture couldn't be more chaotic right now: * Arizona filed criminal charges against Kalshi * Nevada issued a TRO blocking them * Massachusetts issued an injunction * Congress introduced bipartisan legislation that would ban sports contracts entirely * The CFTC says it has federal jurisdiction, states say they don't Smarkets is betting that being the "clean" player (exchange model, full compliance, no confrontational litigation strategy) will be a competitive advantage when the dust settles. The CFTC has 180 days to approve or reject the application. **The bigger picture** The US prediction market space right now feels a lot like early online poker: massive growth, murky regulation, a few dominant players fighting legal battles, and new entrants trying to find a wedge. Smarkets is positioning as the PokerStars equivalent: professional infrastructure, regulated-first, targeting serious traders over casual users. Whether that works in a market where Kalshi has already raised at an $11B valuation is a different question.

Yeah you know technically their slot machines HAVE to be able to pay out the max bet to be legal, yet all their app updates that never fix any actual bugs are just updates to do this…. If your ever playing a slot machine and the game suddenly, ‘game closed due to a error’ isn’t a actual error it means you would of won big but PokerStars app update just blocks your bet and crashes the game. And trust me they watch what pays and the next update is just to make sure it doesn’t pay again cause they forgot to incorporate a blocker for that machine.

So apparently, PokerStars is gonna be merging with FanDuel. Every time I login on PokerStars, they tell me that I can claim “founders table” rewards where I can transfer my username and claim certain benefits. But when I click on it, it takes me to the FanDuel Casino app, and then there’s nothing… Somehow, I found a mention of it on the app, but then I click on it, and then again… Nothing… So I talked to FanDuel support multiple times… they just sent me a link to a page on PokerStars It’s like neither one of these companies is working together despite the fact that FanDuel is now going to be in charge of PokerStars. It’s such a terrible experience for someone who’s been playing on PokerStars for years and I’m being treated like I’m falling through the cracks. Apparently they were going to reserve my username but now FanDuel is claiming like they have no idea what’s going on and they can’t help me. This is terrible.

Lex Veldhuis just demonstrated something important by accident. For years, the standard model was: poker site signs a streamer, pays them, they play exclusively on that site, wear the brand, promote the brand. Clean deal. But here's what that model actually produces: a streamer who can only play on one platform (limiting their content), who can't criticize the product, who can't go where the best action is, and whose audience *knows* they're watching a walking advertisement. The moment Lex went free agent, his numbers went up. His content got more interesting. He started talking about things he clearly couldn't talk about before. I think we're heading toward a world where the best poker content creators will refuse long-term exclusivity deals in favor of multi-platform flexibility + affiliate arrangements. The streamers who sign 5-year exclusives with one site in 2026 are going to look like the musicians who signed bad label deals in 1998. The audience can feel authenticity. And right now, free-agent Lex feels more authentic than sponsored Lex ever did. Hot take or obvious observation? Discuss.

Een paar jaar geleden speelden veel online casino’s (zoals Unibet, PokerStars, Bwin etc.) zonder vergunning in Nederland en eigenlijk in meerdere EU-landen. Inmiddels hoor ik steeds vaker over massaclaims om verloren geld terug te krijgen. Blijkbaar zijn er al rechtszaken geweest waarbij spelers gelijk kregen en hun verliezen terugbetaald kregen, vooral voor de periode vóór oktober 2021 toen online gokken hier nog niet gereguleerd was. (Online Casino Ground) Ik ben benieuwd: – Heeft iemand hier zich aangesloten bij zo’n massaclaim? – Of zelf geprobeerd geld terug te krijgen van een (destijds) illegaal casino? – Hoe ging dat proces (moeilijk, lang, succesvol)? – Zijn er dingen waar je echt op moet letten? Ik hoor namelijk veel verschillende verhalen en wil graag echte ervaringen horen, niet alleen van claimwebsites. Alle ervaringen zijn welkom 🙏

Hey everyone. I'm Michael, known at the tables as Phanteidos1. I've been playing online MTTs professionally for years and I'm opening up a few spots for 1-on-1 coaching. A bit about me: Sunday Million winner, along with a few other titles including the $530 Bounty Builder, the Thursday Thrill (twice), the Sunday Warm-Up, SCOOP and WCOOP warm-up events, and a Micro Millions title. Multiple final tables across SCOOP and WCOOP. I've trained 1-on-1 with Jordan Drummond of BBZ and subsequently studied under Enrico Camosci, 2025 PokerStars Live League champion. Some people know me as The Poker Monk, I've spent as much time on the mental and inner game as the technical side. Meditation, emotional regulation, performing under pressure. For me that's not a soft add-on, it's a core part of tournament poker. In terms of what we actually work on together, it depends entirely on you. I've had students who were instinctively decent but had zero theoretical foundation, and we built that from scratch. Others who were technically solid but falling apart late in tournaments. The approach changes. The attention doesn't. Sessions are 60 to 90 minutes on Zoom. I keep my roster small. First call is free so we can both figure out if it's a good fit. Happy to answer any questions here or you can reach me at [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected]) or on Discord as Phanteidos1.

https://preview.redd.it/0bl28jj202rg1.jpg?width=1440&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=bb8eb6e0d091f355f65918a44da6311af9c902e1 Leonard won the $530 Sunday Warm-Up ($44.2K). This is his 6th win in the current series, his 16th SCOOP title overall (more than any other player), and his 29th combined SCOOP + WCOOP title (also a record). # Full list of Patrick «pads1161» Leonard SCOOP victories |**Year**|**Tournament**|**Payout**| |:-|:-|:-| |2026|$530 Sunday Warm-Up|$44,227| |2026|$530 8-Game|$9,177| |2026|$109 8-Game|$5,089| |2026|$215 FL 2-7 Triple Draw|$5,569| |2026|$1K PLO8|$20,551| |2026|$530 6-Max Hyper Sunday Supersonic|$20,396| |2025|$1,050 Stud Hi/Lo|$16,158| |2025|$1,050 7-Max Turbo PKO Daily Cooldown|$31,949| |2024|$530 NLHE \[Wednesday Mystery\]|$36,639| |2023|$5,200 Titans 8-max PKO|$197,117| |2022|$530 6+ Hold’em 8-max Turbo PKO|$12,583| |2021|$1,050 NLHE Afternoon Deep Stack|$60,953| |2021|$5,200 NLHE PKO Sunday HR SE|$258,007| |2020|$2,100 PLO8, 6-Max|$52,606| |2020|$215+R NLHE 8-Max Turbo Rebuy|$41,809| |2017|$215 PLO Heads-Up|$18,567| Leonard has a chance to secure another win tonight. He has reached the final table of the $5K PLO Main Event with a stack of 17 BB. Also in the field are Rodrigo “SELOUAN1991” Selouan, Alfred “Kzzon” Karlsson, Ole “wizowizo” Schemion, [Gruffudd “d.apollo777” Jones](https://www.pokerlistings.com/news/wcoop-gruffudd-d-apollo777-jones-wins-two-omaha-main-events), and Talal “raidalot” Shakerchi. # How did Neymar Jr perform in the 2026 SCOOP Main Events? PokerStars ambassador Neymar made another final table in the current series. The Santos forward finished 3rd in the $5K Main Event 2nd Chance ($41.2K). On March 22, Santos played against Cruzeiro (0–0 draw). Neymar missed this game. Instead, he spent the entire weekend playing SCOOP Main Events. Performance stats: * $5K Main Event: 4 entries, no cash * $1K Main Event: 5 entries, no cash * $109 Main Event: 4 entries, 1986th place, $190.94 **Source**: [https://www.pokerlistings.com/news/scoop-news-pads1161-extends-his-record-neymar-reaches-another-final-table](https://www.pokerlistings.com/news/scoop-news-pads1161-extends-his-record-neymar-reaches-another-final-table) by [**Alex Sakuta**](https://www.pokerlistings.com/author/alex_s)

I own a small business and have seasonal downtime. I play a fair bit in the offseason and when I have time and the weather gives me downtime. I have made close to 6 figures in live casino’s at 1-2, 2 -5, 5-5NL, and 10-20 & 20-40 limit Hold’em over the last 20 + years. All tracked and detailed. I am up 15 buy-ins (~$750) at 50NL online this winter over maybe 100 hours this winter on PokerStars. I don’t play for an income, and I’m not addicted. I just love the game, and quietly read, learn and follow here. I just played a hand that I’ve never experienced before. Because I’ve been a winner, and seen a lot of ups and downs…I’ve always believed the online games are fair. But this hand…I’m not sure really how this happens. What’s the best way to post stuff? Is there an independent place to post stuff with PokerStars to have an account investigated? Effectively; Limped pot. I’m in BB w/ 5♥️3♥️ , and check it through. 2 way T♠️ 6♥️ 2♥️ (2.5BB) I check, villain bets 1BB, I raise to 5BB, villain calls T♠️ 6♥️ 2♥️ K♠️ (12.5BB) I felt strongly at best villain had was Tx, and likely KT or worse and not AT. Or a Flush draw. I lead turn for 11.5BB, Villain calls (35BB) T♠️ 6♥️ 2♥️ K♠️ 6♦️ When villain only called turn, I was fairly certain I was looking at a missed FD I lead river for 25BB Villain insta calls with 7♦️5♣️ I had PokerStars send me the hand history so I could double check that I didn’t misclick and bet 1BB (50c) on the river But I also didn’t understand how he even got there…I can understand he might have misclicked the river. It wasn’t that much money, it’s not going to impact me. I just don’t understand?

If you're a UK player depositing serious money and you've noticed things getting tighter — longer withdrawal queues, source of funds requests out of nowhere, stake restrictions on sports, deposit limits that seem to appear from thin air — you're not imagining it. The UKGC framework in 2026 is built to slow you down. Affordability checks, mandatory cooling-off nudges, withdrawal caps that drip-feed your own money back to you. None of it is designed with the serious player in mind. * The players who figured this out first moved offshore. Here's exactly what they found. **Three UK-Friendly Offshore Casinos Running Real VIP Programmes Right Now** **Velobet, Cosmobet and Rolletto** — all offshore, all fully accessible to UK players with or without Gamstop registration, all running dedicated VIP programmes that are a completely different world to what UKGC sites offer. The entry point is a VIP code entered at the point of registration. One checkbox. One code. Miss it and you're on a standard account. When you sign up at any of the three below — **find the "I have a promo code" box, tick it, and enter your code before you finish creating your account.** The code cannot be retroactively applied. |Casino|VIP Code to Enter| |:-|:-| |Velobet|`VELOVIP`| |Cosmobet|`COSMOVIP`| |Rolletto|`ROLLVIP`| **How You Qualify After Registering** The code flags your account. Qualification comes next — two ways to do it: **Via deposit** Make a meaningful opening deposit. The VIP team monitors code-registered accounts and tiers you based on your first deposit. Go in at a level that reflects how you actually play. **Via your existing player history** This is the one most people miss. If you're already operating at high stakes at other casinos — Betway, 888, PokerStars, wherever — contact the VIP team after registering and show them. Deposit history screenshots, current VIP tier, activity level. They match your existing status and you skip the lower tiers entirely. Already a VIP somewhere else? Don't start from scratch. Show your portfolio and fast-track straight to the level you've already earned. **What the VIP Account Actually Delivers** Here's what changes when the VIP status activates on your account: **Weekly Loss Rebate — Up to 10% Back** Every week your net losses are calculated and up to 10% comes back to your account as real cash. Withdrawable. No wagering. No strings. At meaningful stakes this is a significant weekly number that lands automatically — your manager doesn't need chasing for it. **A Manager Who Picks Up** One person. Direct line. Email, WhatsApp or Telegram — whichever you prefer. They know your account, your preferences, your usual games and markets. 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When you request a withdrawal your manager gets it processed — full stop. **Table Limits That Reflect Real Play** Standard limits are lifted for VIP accounts: * High roller blackjack — up to 10x the standard maximum bet * Private roulette rooms — VIP tables away from the public lobby * High stakes baccarat — separate rooms for serious play * Premium slot maximums — increased bet ceilings on top titles * Private live casino suites — Evolution Gaming rooms, VIP access only **Free Spins That Are Actually Worth Having** Not a random low-value monthly send. VIP free spins are triggered by: * Your birthday — personalised package, decent value * Major UK sporting events — Grand National, Cheltenham, Champions League Final, Wimbledon * New game launches — early VIP-only access before public release * Random drops — more frequent than you'd expect at VIP level * Seasonal events — Christmas, New Year, bank holiday specials * Account milestones — loyalty anniversaries acknowledged properly **Bonuses Built Around Your Account** Your manager reviews your actual playing history and builds offers accordingly: * Reload bonuses matched to your typical deposit size — not a generic £25 * Free bets on the sports and markets you actually use * Slot bonuses on the specific titles in your history * Cashback rates negotiated directly — not applied blanket **Private VIP Tournaments** Separate leaderboards and competitions for VIP players. Weekly and monthly formats. Serious cash prize pools. You're competing against players at your level — not the recreational crowd. Buy-ins and structures calibrated for high roller play. **No Deposit Limits. No Affordability Checks.** UKGC operators are legally required to run affordability checks and cap deposits when certain thresholds are hit. These accounts don't have that framework. You deposit what you decide, when you decide. Any account parameters are a conversation with your manager — not an automated system deciding your limits for you. **Real World Perks at Senior Levels** Get to the senior tiers and the rewards go beyond your account: * Premier League and European football hospitality * Cheltenham Festival, Royal Ascot, Grand National VIP access * Major boxing and UFC ringside and hospitality packages * Wimbledon and tennis event hospitality * Funded travel experiences for top tier players * Luxury gifts and merchandise * Private invitation-only VIP events Arranged personally through your account manager — not a generic reward catalogue. **Privacy That Matches the Level** Crypto players get streamlined KYC. Your account data is handled with the discretion you'd expect at serious play levels. Minimal friction. Maximum confidentiality. **Which One Is Right for You?** **Velobet →** `VELOVIP` Premier League. Cheltenham. The Ashes. Six Nations. If sports betting at elevated limits matters alongside your casino play — Velobet has the strongest sportsbook of any non Gamstop operator currently running. VIP accounts get higher bet acceptance, personalised ante-post markets and a dedicated sportsbook handler. **Cosmobet →** `COSMOVIP` Bitcoin out instantly. USDT same speed. Minimal KYC. If you're crypto-first and large withdrawals moving fast without paperwork is the priority — Cosmobet is built exactly for this. Strongest crash game selection of the three. Privacy-first from the ground up. **Rolletto →** `ROLLVIP` Deepest VIP tier structure. Private Evolution Gaming high roller tables. The most developed real-world rewards programme of the three. If you want the best high roller blackjack and roulette experience and a loyalty programme with genuine progression and depth — Rolletto is where the serious casino players land. Full Benefits at a Glance |Benefit|What You Get| |:-|:-| |Loss Rebate|Up to 10% weekly — real cash, no wagering| |Account Manager|Named, 24/7, direct WhatsApp/Telegram| |Withdrawal Speed|Instant crypto / same day fiat| |Withdrawal Limits|Significantly higher than standard| |Deposit Limits|None — no affordability checks| |Table Limits|Up to 10x standard — private VIP rooms| |Free Spins|Events, birthdays, launches, surprise drops| |Bonuses|Personalised — built on your actual history| |Tournaments|VIP-only leaderboards — serious prize pools| |Senior Perks|Hospitality, travel, luxury gifts| |Privacy|Minimal KYC — enhanced discretion| **Quick FAQ for Brits** **Is this legal for UK players?** Yes. No UK law restricts players from using offshore casinos. The UKGC rules apply to operators — not to individual players accessing foreign-licensed sites. **Can I use this if I'm on Gamstop?** Yes. All three are completely outside the Gamstop network. UK players registered with Gamstop can access these casinos freely. **Do they accept GBP?** Most transactions can be made in GBP or EUR. Crypto is also fully supported and gives you the fastest withdrawal experience. **What if I already have VIP status elsewhere?** Contact the VIP team after registering with your existing portfolio. Senior players at other operators are fast-tracked — you don't rebuild from the bottom. **One code per casino or can I use all three?** One code per registration per casino. You can register at all three using the respective code for each — `VELOVIP` at Velobet, `COSMOVIP` at Cosmobet, `ROLLVIP` at Rolletto — and run VIP accounts at all three simultaneously. The Short Version **The UKGC system isn't getting more player-friendly. The offshore VIP market is where UK high rollers have been quietly moving their action — and the three casinos above are running the best programmes available to British players right now.** One checkbox. One code. That's all that separates a standard account from a VIP one. **Tick "I have a promo code" → Enter code → Register → Qualify → VIP activates** * 🥇 Sports + Casino → **Velobet** → `VELOVIP` * 🥈 Crypto + Speed → **Cosmobet** → `COSMOVIP` * 🥉 Casino + Depth → **Rolletto** → `ROLLVIP`

Hey poker theorists. I'm doing a bit of work on a self-study/coached-study platform and I'm running into challenges. Standardizing solver outputs across tools is difficult (and will only get worse as the number of solver integrations grows), encoding multi-variant games (NLHE, PLO, Stud, mixed games) into a single common framework is another challenge. I don't think these challenges are unique to me, which is why I'm posting here. The poker industry ([as I've commented elsewhere](https://www.reddit.com/r/poker/comments/1r8e5zu/observations_on_the_state_of_the_poker_education/)) is *very siloed*. I'm looking to challenge that tendency and am actively seeking co-conspirators on developing a shared framework. I think developing this is a true win-win. It simplifies market entry for new tools, opens information markets, and allows for broader integration of specific poker applications and data across the spectrum. So, specifically: is anyone aware of any work in the poker data ecosystem around common data models, interoperability transport schemas, or domain-specific languages? If you're not familiar with the terminology, here's a quick primer. A Common Data Model is a shared set of data definitions for storing or transporting data. An interoperability transport schema is a common format for moving information between systems. A domain-specific language (DSL) formalizes the operations and concepts of a given field into computable terms. (Poker already has informal DSL elements: "fold," "three-bet," "check-raise" all collapse complex multi-step operations into shorthand.) I work in health and research data in my day job, and this stuff is well-established there. Two examples: 1. **OMOP Common Data Model:** stores medical data (lab results, diagnoses, patient-reported outcomes, etc.) in a common format. Heavily annotatable, and users can use shared characteristics of the language to articulate new diseases, classifications, and measures. 2. **HL7/FHIR:** an interoperability framework that allows different Electronic Medical Records and other software to exchange data. In my own research and development, here's an inventory of what I've found in the poker ecosystem so far: * **Open Hand History (OHH):** JSON hand history format by the PokerTracker team. Supported by HM3, PT4, others. Hold'em-centric. Has a companion tournament format (OTS). * **PHH (Poker Hand History):** TOML-based academic format from U of T. MIT-licensed, supports 11 variants, 10k+ hand dataset. Modeled after PGN (chess) and SGF (Go). * **PokerKit:** Open-source Python library from the same U of T group. Simulation, hand evaluation, stats. Uses PHH natively. * **ProPokerTools PPT Notation:** De facto standard range syntax (`AK$s`, `99@75`). Covers range description, not hand histories. * **PioSolver range format:** Weights as decimals (`AJs:0.75`). Widely used, proprietary, Hold'em-only. * **MonkerSolver range format:** Enumerated combos with percentage weights (`AcAs6s2s@99`). One of the few formats handling PLO natively. * **Flopzilla / GTO+ formats:** Text-based range notations, minor syntactic differences from Pio. No formal/shared spec. * **Site-specific hand history formats:** PokerStars, 888, iPoker, GGPoker, ACR all have their own proprietary text formats. OHH was designed to unify these. * **OpenSpiel / PokerRL:** AI research frameworks (DeepMind, academia). Define game state representations for research, not end-user tooling. I'd love to know if I'm missing anything, and I'm curious whether anyone else here is interested in discussing or collaborating on this. Other poker devs, I'm looking at you.

By using Claude Code hooks and a basic script, I added the PokerStars alerts to my terminal. It doesn't just play the sound; it also shakes the screen and brings the terminal window to the front, exactly like the real PokerStars client does when it's your turn to act. It is a fun little detail to make the coding workflow a bit more entertaining. What other custom hacks or funny integrations like this do you guys use in your daily setups?

https://preview.redd.it/kij8q73qx8qg1.jpg?width=1440&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=e30fcc2fbde76d103e60e2089c92483f79554270 The giants of online poker, [GGPoker](https://www.pokerlistings.com/poker-sites/ggpoker-review) and [PokerStars](https://www.pokerlistings.com/poker-sites/poker-stars), have been hosting the WSOP-SC and [SCOOP](https://www.pokerlistings.com/news/pokerstars-releases-scoop-2026-schedule) series throughout March. Despite both coming towards their conclusions, the action remains explosive, with huge guarantees available at affordable prices. ACR have offerings as part of their $50 million guaranteed OSS XL series which are worthy of inclusion to the weekend schedules of grinders worldwide. Here are the picks of the bunch from the internet’s premier poker sites. # GGPoker Not many sites have the pulling power that GGPoker does. The leader in online poker consistently has the biggest fields and the largest guarantees, especially during a major series like the WSOP-SC. These are the recommended plays for those who are looking for some action over the course of the weekend. # $15 Mini Saturday Showdown [Mystery Bounty] $250k GTD The biggest guarantee of the bunch comes in the Mystery Bounty streets, with a whopping $250,000 prize pool being split between the payouts and the elusive bounty chest. For a $15 buy-in, this is exceptional value for players of all bankrolls. The tournament kicks off at 6.05 p.m. GMT on Saturday, 21st, and registration will close at 8.30 p.m. Players may re-enter as many times as they like, but of course, remember to play responsibly. Throughout the Series, tournaments will feature Random Drops. These could be Express Tickets, Ring Passes, or even a Bracelet Pass, as an added incentive for players. Last week saw 24,000 players take to the online felt, and the prizepool balloon to a barely comprehensible $331,200. Of that prizepool, $20,069 went to “smokerchips”, who finished 392nd. They banked the biggest score of the huge field, as first and second took home just over $13,000 each! If you want to get involved in this huge event and haven’t registered? [Click here](https://promo.ggpoker.com/welcome-match-bonus-online-poker/?qtag=a21594_t6277_c107Q20260320121400856554_spokerlistings_com_uk&incoming_url=), maybe it will be you who pulls the biggest bounty! # $25 Sunday Mini MONSTER Stack $125k GTD For those after a deepstack experience in a plain Jane vanilla Hold’em tournament, the $25 Sunday Mini MONSTER Stack $125k GTD is the tournament for you. Players will receive a stack worth 250 big blinds if playing from the start, and 10-minute long levels throughout. The tournament is a perfect way to start your Sunday session, as the cards will be in the air from 1 p.m. GMT. Registration closes at 4.05 p.m., which is Level 17. As it is a WSOP-SC event, random drops (as mentioned above) will feature. Expect another massive turnout in this tournament. # $25 Mini GRAND PRIX Super Circuit $150k GTD If you fancy something similar, but want to start a few hours later, consider the $25 Mini GRAND PRIX Super Circuit $150k GTD, which kicks off at 3 p.m. GMT. Registration will close at 6.05 p.m., which is again Level 17. Ten-minute levels feature throughout, and are a worthy alternative, or companion, to the Mini MONSTER Stack, as players start with a cool 200 big blind stack. The structure allows plenty of maneuverability, no matter the stack size, meaning late registration is a viable option. # $21.60 Bounty Hunters Sunday Mini Big Game $175k GTD Back in the traditional PKO streets, the $21.60 Bounty Hunters Sunday Mini Big Game comes packed with a $175,000 guarantee, with half being up for grabs in the form of bounties. Bounties start at $5 and will grow as players stack their opponents over the course of play. With these sorts of tournaments, it is best to get in early, especially with a 250 big blind starting stack, to give yourself a chance to claim as much of the prize pool as possible, as half of it is already on the table in bounties. It then allows you to develop your stack and claim further bounties, thus increasing your take-home. The structure of 12-minute levels is generous, and they will be reduced to 8-minute levels when registration closes at the end of Level 13. The tournament starts at 5.30p p.m. GMT, and registration closes at 8.20 p.m. Players have the option for unlimited re-entries until that point. # $25 Mini SHOWERS [Bounty Turbo] $125k GTD For those looking for some fast and furious bounty action to see out the end of your session, the $25 Mini SHOWERS \[Bounty Turbo\] $125k GTD could be the one for you. Starting at 9 p.m. GMT, players will have $5 on their head from the get go. Chips will be flying from the outset, as blind levels start at 8 minutes per level, before moving to 5 minutes per level at the start of Level 12, which is when registration will close. Unlimited re-entries are available. # PokerStars The iconic SCOOP has been going strong throughout the month, and still remains as popular as ever with players of all bankrolls. Here is a look at a short handful of tournaments across a wider range of buy-ins, all of which are worth playing in this poker writers opinion. $5.50 NLHE Deep Stacks $25k GTD The lowest buy-in that features in this piece still comes packed with a generous $25,000 guarantee prize pool. It is safe to assume that by the time registration closes after the first 3 hours and 5 minutes of play, it will sit closer to $30,000, as it will attract a wide range of players looking for a prestigious SCOOP title. Levels run for 10 minutes throughout, and the tournament kicks off at 3.05 p.m. GMT on Saturday. Players can re-enter up to 5 times whilst the registration period remains open. For those who play from the start, their 50,000 stack will be worth 250 big blinds. # $22 HORSE 6-Max PKO $10k GTD The Mixed Game scene is blossoming, especially in Europe, and for those new to the scene and experienced players, the $22 HORSE 6-Max PKO $10k GTD is a good place to get your feet wet in the Mixed Game streets. HORSE comprises five games: Limit Hold’em, Omaha Hi-Lo, Razz, Stud, and Stud Eight or Better. Each game is played in rotation, and players will have 5 minutes per game. $10 of each buy-in will go into the bounty prize pool, and the starting bounty will be $5 per player. The tournament starts at 4.30 p.m. GMT on Saturday, and registration will remain open for 2 hours and 40 minutes. As standard on PokerStars, there will be plenty of satellite opportunities for those looking to get in at a discount. Players can buy into this tournament a maximum of five times during the registration period. # $16.50 NLHE 8-Max PKO $50k GTD Another PKO, the $16.50 NLHE 8-Max PKO $50k GTD is a SCOOP Side Event. The tournament features a nice $50k guarantee, and bounties will start at $3.50 per player. Cards will be in the air from 7.05 p.m. on Saturday, and registration will be open for 2 hours and 10 minutes from the tournaments start. Players are allowed up to three re-entries. # $22 Mini Sunday Million PKO $100k GTD 2-Day Event The $22 Mini Sunday Million PKO $100k GTD 2-Day Event has been a staple in the schedules of online grinders. This tournament will kick off at 5 p.m. GMT on Sunday, and registration is available for 2 hours and 45 minutes. Levels run for 10 minutes throughout, and play will break 7 hours and 50 minutes after the tournaments start. Day 2 will resume at 5 p.m. GMT on Monday. Bounties start at $5 a head, and players can re-enter up to 3 times. There will be plenty of satellite opportunities for players on a budget who are looking to scale up their bankroll. # ACR For those Stateside and worldwide, Americas Cardroom has a couple of options to consider as part of the site’s Online Super Series, which has seen the majority of the $50 million in guaranteed prize pool distributed to players. Here are a couple of selections from the final weekend in the series. # $11 OSSXL PKO $20k GTD The $11 OSSXL PKO $20k GTD offers decent value to players who are looking to add some extra tournaments to their Sunday session. Starting at 6.05 p.m with 20-minute levels and a four-hour-long registration period, players start 100 big blinds effective with a $2.50 bounty on their head. When registration closes, the blind level duration decreases to 7 minutes, meaning chips will be flying in pursuit of bounties. # $6.60 OSSXL $15k GTD In the vanilla streets, the $6.60 offers a decent guarantee for a small buy-in. Again, the structure is generous, with 15-minute levels for the first 4 levels, 30-minute levels for levels five through eight, then back to 15-minute levels until level 15. From there, it’s eight-minute levels until a champion is crowned. Registration is open for a whopping 4 hours and 30 minutes, so there is plenty of opportunity to play. # What’s Next Best of luck, poker players. I hope your aces hold and your draws get there. See you all at the tables. Check out our reviews page, which doubles as a directory to sign up for the internet’s biggest and best poker sites. That’s all for now, folks. Until next time. **Source**: [https://www.pokerlistings.com/news/huge-value-on-offer-this-weekend-21-03-during-scoop-and-wsop-sc](https://www.pokerlistings.com/news/huge-value-on-offer-this-weekend-21-03-during-scoop-and-wsop-sc) by [**Patrick Cole**](https://www.pokerlistings.com/author/patrickcole)

https://preview.redd.it/7edgyc2lx8qg1.jpg?width=1449&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=32b0dba195c89bf8333685504703aa885e3decb3 At the very beginning of March, Canadian online poker prepared for a major change, [FanDuel announced it will be the new (and exclusive) home of PokerStars](https://www.pokerlistings.com/news/the-fanduel-x-pokerstars-era-arrives-in-north-america) in North America, including Ontario. Now, just a few weeks after, the Great White North is preparing for another shift, as Alberta prepares to launch online poker in 2026. Before that happens, here is everything Canadian players will want to know # Bill 48 and How Alberta Got to Here The journey to Alberta online poker began almost a year ago, in May, 2025, when the provincial government passed Bill 48, widely recognized as the first pillar for online poker legalization in the Canadian province. Fast forward to January 2026 and a comprehensive regulatory framework was on the table, outlining the licensing process, key provisions, and the roles of provincial regulators that would come with it. # What Alberta Online Poker Could Look Like When crafting its iGaming framework, Alberta took more than a few key notes from Ontario, which legalized its iGaming market over four years ago. Just like Ontario, Alberta wants to place online casinos and poker under the same regulatory umbrella, which would be overseen by the new Alberta iGaming Corporation (AiGC) and Alberta Gaming, Liquor and Cannabis (AGLC), the current provincial gaming regulator. The framework also addresses the issue of online operators that could come into the state. At the moment, Alberta has only one licensed operator, PlayAlberta, working within the state. Still, the majority of iGaming activity is conducted through offshore operators, that make up 70% of the provincial market. The Alberta iGaming Act is setting out to change that by allowing operators to apply through a three step process: 1. Submitting an application to the AGLC 2. Entering into a separate agreement with AiGC 3. Launching iGaming operations within the Canadian province As far as profit goes, 20% of all gaming revenue will go to the province, while another  2% allocated for the First Nations, and 1% to gambling research. The framework also accounts for province-level self-exclusion systems as well as how this potential new operators would market their products and services. As for now, the ink is not dry on Alberta online poker yet, but from the looks of it, it could be very soon. **Source**: [https://www.pokerlistings.com/news/alberta-online-poker-could-become-reality-in-2026](https://www.pokerlistings.com/news/alberta-online-poker-could-become-reality-in-2026) by [**Iva Dozet**](https://www.pokerlistings.com/author/iva_dozets_pl)

Has anyone successfully reopened an old 888 account after a long Gamstop break? My 888 account was closed years ago. After completing a 5-year Gamstop exclusion, I’ve been trying to reopen it since Feb 2024. The main issue is I seem stuck in an endless support loop that I can’t escape. • I can’t log in because the account is closed • Most support instructions require you to log in • When I eventually find a way to contact them, I’m told I must wait 24 hours due to a “cooling off period” • After waiting and contacting again, I’m sometimes told they can’t find my account • If I try to create a new account, it says I already have one and must contact support • At one point I was told Safer Gambling would call me — but no one ever did So the process becomes: Contact support → wait 24 hours → contact again → no progress → repeat. Having to restart this 24-hour wait every single time is extremely frustrating and makes it feel almost impossible to get the issue resolved. Other sites (PokerStars, Party, iPoker skins etc.) handled reopening much more directly, usually with a single phone call and verification. Is there a direct phone number, escalation route, or specific method that actually works with 888? Would really appreciate hearing from anyone who has managed to get this sorted.

https://preview.redd.it/idgqpdqohzpg1.jpg?width=1440&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=8141d076b0c78c7254e6be53035710fee45373cf And not just one, but two. Fal1st has held the lead in the Overall Leaderboard since the first week, but only captured two titles in the third week. # Mikhail «Fal1st» Became an 11-time SCOOP Champion Thailand-based online crusher, Player of the SCOOP 2023, Mikhail «Fal1st» won two titles: $1,050 Stud for $12,229 and $55 NL 2-7 Single Draw PKO for $2,599. Fal1st SCOOP 2023 trophies Over his SCOOP career, Fal1st has recorded 11 victories in 8 different games: |**Year**|**Tournament**|**Prize**| |:-|:-|:-| |2026|$55 NL 2-7 Single Draw PKO|$2,599| |2026|$1,050 Stud|$12,229| |2025|$109 Stud \[6-Max\]|$3,164| |2025|$22 PLO \[6-Max, Turbo, PKO\]|$3,032| |2025|$11 PLO8 \[6-Max\]|$3,498| |2025|$109 FLO8 \[6-Max\]|$5,214| |2024|$530 HORSE \[6-Max PKO\]|$9,398| |2024|$5.50 PLO8 \[6-Max\]|$2,104| |2023|$1,050 5-Card PLO8 \[6-Max\]|$26,977| |2023|$5.50 PLO8 \[6-Max\]|$2,170| |2021|$109 FL Badugi 6-Max|$5,385| Now Fal1st has extended his lead to 3,415 points in the Overall Leaderboard. Following him is another online crusher, [king153246](https://www.pokerlistings.com/news/scoop-news-king153246-set-a-new-record), with 2,820 points. For clarity, let’s compare the stats of these two players after 18 days of the SCOOP (stats provided by mttdb.com): |Player|FAL1st|king153246| |:-|:-|:-| |Total cashes|158|123| |Final tables|21|16| |Titles|2|7| |Money Won|$151,681|$146,006| # Renan «Internett93o» Bruschi Became the Champion of $530 NLHE Deep Stack for $19,837 Renan «Internett93o» Bruschi Renan «Internett93o» Bruschi continues [his outstanding run](https://www.pokerlistings.com/news/scoop-news-internett93o-won-3-more-titles) in the series, capturing his 6th SCOOP 2026 title and 12th overall: |**Year**|**Tournament**|**Prize**| |:-|:-|:-| |2026|$530 Deep Stack|$19,838| |2026|$1,050 PLO|$25,853| |2026|$5,200 Titans|$77,506| |2026|$530 6-Max PKO|$17,308| |2026|$1K 8-Game|$16,903| |2026|$530 NL 5-Card Draw PKO|$8,155| |2025|$1,050 PLO8 \[6-Max\]|$15,863| |2025|$109 NLHE \[Deep Stacks\]|$25,148| |2025|$1,050 Razz \[6-Max\]|$18,823| |2025|$1,050 PLO \[6-Max\]|$26,752| |2024|$1,050 HORSE|$16,733| |2021|$109 NLHE 8-Max|$87,203| # Other Notable Winners Belarusian Igammi|€120 won the $2,100 NLHE PKO High Roller for $53,799 Danish player starwins 🙂 won his second title of the current series in the $530 NLHE \[5-Max, Hyper-Turbo, PKO\] for $16,990. Former PokerStars Ambassador Mason “Pye\_Face21” Pye won the $5.50 2-7 Single Draw PKO for $576. The tournament drew 901 entries. **Source**: [https://www.pokerlistings.com/news/scoop-news-fal1st-finally-won-a-title](https://www.pokerlistings.com/news/scoop-news-fal1st-finally-won-a-title) by [**Alex Sakuta**](https://www.pokerlistings.com/author/alex_s)

Short Deck poker was set to become a popular variant of two-card poker when it was introduced to card rooms, both live and online, in the mid-2010s. Originating in Asia, the game quickly garnered the attention of high-stakes regulars looking for explosive action and big swings. Here is a look at how the game developed from the private setting of high-stakes cash games to being included on the schedules at major tournament meetings around the world, and then retreated into relative obscurity. # In The Beginning… The game was created in Asia’s gambling hub, Macau, the setting for some of the world’s largest cash games. Macau’s VIP rooms, renowned for their ultra-high-stakes action and cosmopolitan mix of Asian billionaires and Western poker pros, provided the perfect environment for experimentation. Malaysian businessman and poker enthusiast [Richard Yong](https://www.pokerlistings.com/poker-player/richard-yong), along with [Paul Phua](https://www.pokerlistings.com/poker-player/paul-phua), are credited with formalising the rules of Short Deck Poker to increase action in high-stakes games and level the playing field between seasoned professionals and wealthy amateurs. Yong and Phua have featured in the short-deck format at Triton Poker’s premier high-stakes poker series since its inception in 2015. The game is simple in nature, but nuanced and incredibly volatile. The standard 52-card deck we all know and love was reduced to 36 cards, with the 20 removed being the deuces through fives. This makes the frequency of premium holdings higher, as the majority of the smaller cards are absent from the deck. This led to larger pots, more frequent showdowns, and a higher-variance environment that both challenged and excited participants. The ante-based betting structure, often with a double ante on the button, further distinguished Short Deck from traditional Texas Hold’em and contributed to its unique rhythm and dynamics. With each player committing an ante preflop, players became more inclined to call or limp into the pot, as they were often getting the right price to call based on pot odds and their perceived equity in multiway spots. Hand rankings also changed, with flushes becoming stronger than full houses as they were harder to make with the decreased number of cards per suit. Despite the lack of low cards, the “wheel” straight remained, with A-6-7-8-9 being the lowest straight any player could make. In the early days, three-of-a-kind was ranked above a straight. # Early Ambassadors Notable high-stakes crushers fell in love with the game. Players like [Phil Ivey](https://www.pokerlistings.com/poker-player/phil-ivey) and Tom “durrrr” Dwan played pivotal roles in popularising this format, and were early adopters in Macau’s high-stakes scene. They participated in promotional videos, televised events, and strategy discussions. Their endorsement lent credibility and allure to Short Deck, attracting other top professionals and sparking widespread interest. Triton gave players like Dwan and Ivey the chance to showcase their skills and generate more interest in the game by broadcasting high-stakes cash games across a range of locations across the globe, such as Jeju in South Korea, Cyprus, and the UK, which played host to a private £100,000 tournament at the luxurious Les Ambassadeurs. The game picked up traction and popularity, and players wanted to emulate their heroes by battling for big pots and embracing the swings on the online felt. [GGPoker](https://www.pokerlistings.com/poker-sites/ggpoker-review) became the place to play short deck online. As part of the Natural8 network, the site saw a lot of traffic from Asian players in particular, who wanted to try out the game. iPoker, PokerStars, and PartyPoker also featured this variant, but GGPoker had the edge on the field due to its hold on the Asian market, its leaderboard features, and the wide range of stakes on offer. # Short Deck At Its Peak Photo Credit: Triton Poker – Triton Poker 2022 Short Deck High Roller Final Table The peak years for short deck were between 2018 and 2021, spearheaded by Triton Poker’s cash games and tournament series. Live streams, YouTube tutorials, and Twitch broadcasts played a crucial role in educating players and building a global community. Short Decks’ legitimacy was cemented when the World Series of Poker (WSOP) added a $10,000 Short Deck event to its schedule in 2019, followed by a €25,500 High Roller at WSOP Europe. The European Poker Tour (EPT) and other major tours also experimented with Short Deck events, though often as side tournaments rather than main attractions. However, the high buy-ins and high variance nature of the game meant that it was inaccessible to those on smaller bankrolls. # The Best Short Deck Tournament Players It comes as no surprise to see some of the game’s brightest and best players occupy the top places on the Short Deck All Time Money List. One of the all-time greats, Jason Koon, has had an affinity for the game and Triton Poker in general, and he sits atop the counts. Founding father Paul Phua and Phil Ivey occupy the podium places. For those unfamiliar with the game, Tan Xuan is always a box office watch. Xuan plays with fearlessness and pure aggression and is one of the favourites to watch of this particular poker writer, whether it’s in the cash game streets or a big buy-in tournament. The Chinese entrenpenuer is always a force to be reckoned with, especially in Short Deck. |**Rank**|**Player**|**Short Deck Earnings**| |:-|:-|:-| |1|Jason Koon|$13,274,989| |2|Paul Phua|$11,688,761| |3|Phil Ivey|$9,973,854| |4|Tan Xuan|$8,100,007| |5|Justin Bonomo|$8,046,562| |6|Mikita Badziakouski|$7,427,173| |7|John Gabe Patgorski|$6,995,801| |8|Rui Cao|$6,410,088| |9|Cary Katz|$6,085,088| |10|Timofey Kuznetsov|$5,658,618| # Reasons For the Decline Numerous factors can be attributed to the game’s decline in popularity. The game features more ups and downs than a jet-powered see-saw, and the relentless pace of Short Deck led to burnout among both professionals and recreational players. Featuring more swings than a playground and frequent all-ins, while initially exhilarating, became exhausting over time, and there were only so many flips a player could lose before becoming disenchanted with the game. Equities run incredibly close, and even aces rarely hold more than 60% equity against any reasonable hand, and Ace-king suited is around a 55% favourite versus Jack-Ten suited, depending on whether they share the same suit or not. If you enjoy playing suited connectors in Hold’em, consider giving Short Deck a go, as they are even more powerful and are very strong in multiway pots. As a result of this, the pool of willing participants, especially at high stakes, began to shrink, leading to reduced liquidity and fewer games running, both live and online. This caused the WSOP and EPT in particular to scale back or eliminate Short Deck events from their schedules. The 2023 Triton Series in Monte Carlo was the first without any Short Deck tournaments, signalling a shift in focus back to traditional Hold’em and Omaha formats. It is not uncommon for certain variants to have their day in the sun before it sets upon them. Seven Card Stud went from being one of the most played games from the 1930s to the early 2000s, before a certain No Limit Hold’em knocked Stud off the top of the perch. # The Game Today and Final Thoughts Short Deck continues to be played and occupies a certain niche within the high-stakes sphere and small-stakes online games. It is mainly played in Asia, and Triton Poker continues to represent the format. Short Deck may never rival Texas Hold’em in popularity, but its influence on strategy, tournament design, and player psychology is undeniable. The format’s unique blend of action, volatility, and skill has left an indelible mark on the game, inspiring both admiration and caution among those who have experienced its highs and lows, and it is often a bankroll maker or breaker for grinders in the online streets. There is always a chance it could make a comeback into the mainstream, or it could be tweaked to make the format less variance-heavy. In the latest instalment of Triton Poker, which is currently in play in Jeju, the structure was tweaked. The $50,000 Short Deck High Roller featured a pot limit betting structure preflop and no limit postflop, and proved popular with high-stakes players, as it received 60 entrants. Short Deck specialist Kiat Lee led home a Malaysian 1-2-3 and banked $840,000 for the win, besting Paul Phua and Lun Loon in three-handed play. Short Deck may not be the most popular game, but it will always have its customers. That’s all for now, folks, until next time.

6 years ago I had hit rock bottom again. I remember losing $2k on a sports betting blackjack website and feeling disgusting. I had been here many times before, but this time I had a girlfriend and I could see my behavior affecting someone else. I be was locking myself in the bathroom to play. I told her everything that happened and my struggles. She was very supportive. From there I eventually started therapy. It’s been a long 6 years of therapy and self help and learning. Gambling was one habit of many I used to escape. Drugs, sex, food. I can say gambling is maybe the most detrimental since it hurts you so much financially.  Today is St. Patrick’s day. This holiday is actually what I would call a trigger for me. I had intense cravings to play poker and make some money gambling today. It’s been awhile since I’ve had that and it caught me off guard. I haven’t had that in a little while. I remember frequenting this subreddit 5 years ago a lot more frequently. I’m glad it’s still here. Reading other people’s stories woke me up today! When I was 19 years old I would drive up to canada to drink and gamble. Well my first time gambling was at patrick’s day 20 years ago and I won $4k. It was the worst thing to happen to me at the time. I went chasing that high for years. I’d say I easily lost $50,000k-$75k over the next 10 years.  I’m proud to say that I have been able to turn things around so to speak. I have a loving wife who i’m so grateful for. Close friends I’ve grown with and i’ve also seen change. I have a retirement account with much more then I ever thought I would have. I consider myself lucky to learn this lesson at a young age. I see all these internet gambling sites becoming popular and i’m mortified for everyone that will learn the same lessons I had to. When I was 20 and playing on poker stars and depositing on over seas websites. Now it just looks so easy. Scary.   I still have guard rails in place. I don’t have as easy access to my money as I use to andI like that! I self excluded from many websites at the time. I promised myself I won’t trade or partake in anything online gambling related. I’ve stuck to that promise. I have allowed myself to go to the casino with cash only a couple times for bachelor parties and pre planned events. I think that’s been ok? But Im open to giving that up too. I know for most abstaining completely is a better option. I’ve gained a lot of confidence in myself but im still here to say thoughts and cravings can still come up! I am still vulnerable but I’m proud to say I didn’t gamble today! 

Im trying to get better and im at an awkward stage rn. I have a group of friends who like poker and we play home games (or now days they play) i just host now because they dont want to play with me cause I am the only one who study and apparently its not fun when they are just going to lose. So I currently just host cause I love the game, so I switched to playing online and im pretty average compared to the microstakes there. About 15k hands and im almost dead even. I want to get better but I dont know what to study, I have watched tons of Jonathan little but it seems a little to technical for online microstakes, what (free) content would you recommend. I play poker stars if that makes any difference.

https://preview.redd.it/gqpcx79o32pg1.jpg?width=1600&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=1a0b1784913b6fdb1760a6e629b9b834562ff569 The end of the noughties saw strong field sizes continue, and legislation changing the landscape of the online poker industry. At the [end of the previous article](https://www.pokerlistings.com/blog/the-decade-that-defined-poker-part-2-2004-2007), 2006 saw the introduction of the Unlawful Internet Gambling Enforcement Act (UIGEA), changing the landscape of online poker over the course of the coming years. This led to several major operators exiting the U.S. market, the largest being [PartyPoker](https://www.pokerlistings.com/poker-sites/party-poker), which had the highest U.S. traffic before its departure. With their exit, [PokerStars](https://www.pokerlistings.com/poker-sites/poker-stars) and [Full Tilt’s](https://www.pokerlistings.com/poker-sites/full-tilt-poker) player base surged despite the legislation. The online scene in Europe was booming, and a new breed of poker superstars emerged. # A New Generation Online poker birthed a new generation of players. With convenient access and the ability to play multiple tables simultaneously, players improved their skills more quickly as they could put in more reps. Training sites like BlueFire Poker and CardRunners emerged, featuring high-stakes pros providing their expertise in courses and videos, helping up-and-coming pros improve their game. Additionally, forums such as TwoPlusTwo attracted players looking to develop their skills by sharing hand histories with fellow players to get feedback on certain spots. Strategic developments occurred in this setting: light three-betting and continuation betting frequencies were commonly discussed topics on the forum, which took the game in a more tactical and aggressive direction. One of these players was [Annette Obrestad](https://www.pokerlistings.com/poker-player/annette-obrestad), who took the online world and the live scene by storm. Obrestad was only 18 when she won her maiden WSOP Bracelet in the first WSOP Europe. The event was held in London in 2007, and Obrestad topped a strong field of 362 players in the £10,000 Main Event, taking home £1,000,000. This is a record that still stands today, and Obrestad remains the only player to win a WSOP Bracelet under the age of 21. Before this success, she remarkably won a $4 180-Player Sit-and-go whilst playing effectively blind. She used a sticky note to cover her cards on the monitor, avoiding any peeking except for one critical hand, which featured a monotone spade flop. Stories of this success at such a young age inspired wannabee professionals around the world to take to the online felts to cut their teeth in the micro-stakes streets. Poker became a young person’s game, as more youngsters took to the felt as online poker grew in popularity and accessibility outside of the United States. In the same year of Obrestad’s success, Steve Billirakis became the youngest player to win a WSOP bracelet in Las Vegas, as he won the $5,000 World Championship Mixed Hold’Em (Limit/No-Limit) for $536,287. Billirakis was 21 for just 10 days before banking over half a million dollars, and he followed up that success the following year by winning the $5,150 No Limit Hold’em – Championship Event for $208,885. Satellite successes were still to be found on the biggest stage. [Jerry Yang](https://www.pokerlistings.com/news/jerry-yang-a-world-class-world-champion) won his way to the Main Event through a $225 satellite at the Pechanga Resort and Casino in Temecula, California, his adopted hometown. Before winning the Main Event, he had four recorded cashes in events in California, and worked as a Psychotherapist and Healthcare worker, before going on to win $8,250,000 and the WSOP Bracelet. He came into the final table second-last in the counts, before ascending to the top after a marathon session. The trend of success for the younger player continued the following year, as [Peter Eastgate](https://www.pokerlistings.com/poker-player/peter-eastgate), at age 22, became the youngest player to win the Main Event, taking home a staggering $9,152,416, and he qualified from a satellite held on Ladbrokes Poker. His record didn’t last long. The following year, a 21-year-old [Joe Cada](https://www.pokerlistings.com/news/wsop-main-event-heads-up-flashback-joe-cada-vs-darvin-moon-37941) rose to the top of the pack to become the youngest Main Event champion. Eastgate and Cada were products of the online game, with both racking up healthy bankrolls on the online felts before taking their skills into the live arena. Cada was staked when he won the Main Event, with half of his winnings going to New York business partners Cliff Josephy and Eric Haber. This helped to give live poker a more professional look, as people like Joesphy and Haber saw players as potential vehicles for investment due to the potential for huge returns on a small stake. # Main Event Winners 2007-2010 |**Year**|**Winner**|**Prize (USD)**|**Field Size**| |:-|:-|:-|:-| |2007|Jerry Yang (39)|$8,250,000|6,358| |2008|Peter Eastgate (22)|$9,152,416|6,844| |2009|Joe Cada (21)|$8,546,435|6,494| |2010|Jonathan Duhamel (23)|$8,944,138|7,319| # TV Poker Takes Over Many of the online crushers became celebrities as televised poker’s audience developed from a cult following to widespread viewership. [Tom Dwan](https://www.pokerlistings.com/news/talking-shop-with-tom-dwan-on-day-2-of-the-world-poker-finals), [Phil Ivey](https://www.pokerlistings.com/news/the-man-the-myth-the-g-o-a-t-an-interview-with-phil-ivey), [Patrik Antonius](https://www.pokerlistings.com/poker-player/patrik-antonius), and many more showcased their skills on hit TV Shows High Stakes Poker and Poker After Dark. They became household names, boosted by their association with Full Tilt Poker. It perfectly showcased the range of characters that love the game and play at the highest levels. As well as the online grinders, there were members of the old school: The Godfather [Doyle Brunson](https://www.pokerlistings.com/poker-player/doyle-brunson), Sammy Farha, [Barry Greenstein](https://www.pokerlistings.com/poker-player/barry-greenstein), to name a trio. The men responsible for this happening are, at least in this writer’s opinion, the two most influential men in modern poker: Mori Eskandani and Henry Orenstein. Their collaboration, which started back in 2004, was Poker Superstars. Eskandani had industry connections, production expertise, and a deep understanding of the game. He, like Duthie, utilised the hole-card camera, which debuted in [1999 on Late Night Poker.](https://www.pokerlistings.com/blog/the-decade-that-defined-poker-part-1-2000-2003) Orenstein was the man responsible for the hole-card camera that was used, having patented it in 1995. His story is worth an article alone. The Polish-born Orenstein moved to America after the Second World War and was a prolific creator, having filed 100 patents by the time of his passing in 2021. One of them changed poker forever. The games were set across a range of luxurious locations on the Las Vegas Strip: The Golden Nugget, The Palms, South Point Casino, and now the Aria have all hosted top cash-game players who sat around a table with bundles of cash, piles of chips, smiling, joking, raging, and tilting for our entertainment. Most emotions that could be expressed were on display across the hour-long runtime, with the added excitement of people playing for pots that could buy a house. Viewers loved it. And the players did too. In Europe, the European Poker Tour showcased the region’s booming poker scene by broadcasting the Main Event, thereby attracting more players year on year. The slick production and glamorous venues added to the ballooning allure of live poker. # EPT Explodes Mike McDonald The EPT’s continued expansion and broadcasting helped grow the game’s appeal in Europe. Duthie was at the forefront of that operation, and coverage was shown on channels such as Eurosport. The shows would feature Main Event coverage and player interviews, helping develop a narrative for viewers to follow. EPT truly blossomed into the behemoth it is today, with massive prize pools and huge payouts. Incredible stories emerged. In 2008, Mike McDonald became the youngest-ever EPT Champion at 18, a record that still stands today. He overtook then 19-year-old Jeff Williams, who won the 2006 EPT Grand Final in Monte Carlo for €900,000. Liv Boeree became the second female player to win the Main Event, banking a tasty score of €1,250,000. |**Year**|**Event**|**Winner**|**Prize**| |:-|:-|:-|:-| |2007|EPT Grand Final Monte Carlo|Gavin Griffin|€1,825,010| |2008|EPT Dortmund|Mike McDonald|€933,600| |2008|EPT Grand Final Monte Carlo|Glen Chorny|€2,020,000| |2009|EPT Barcelona|Sebastian Ruthenberg|€1,361,000| |2009|EPT Sanremo|Constant Rijkenberg|€1,508,000| |2009|EPT Grand Final Monte Carlo|Pieter de Korver|€2,300,000| |2010|EPT Sanremo|Liv Boeree|€1,250,000| # Scandal Central in the Online World It wasn’t all sunshine and rainbows in the poker world, especially online. In September of 2007, players on forums noticed impossible win‑rates and bizarre betting patterns on a site called Absolute Poker. Investigations uncovered a “superuser” account that could see all players’ hole cards in real time, meaning the superuser accounts could never lose, as they always knew what their opponents had. This resulted in customers being robbed of millions, and the cheating was traced to insiders within the company. Absolute Poker was forced to admit wrongdoing after community pressure, and trust in online poker took its first major hit. They weren’t the only company to be up to no good during this period. Players on UltimateBet were on the receiving end of a similar experience. The cheating ran for years, far longer than the Absolute Poker scandal and at the helm was former Main Event Champion, Russ Hamilton. It is estimated that between $20-$50 million was taken from players, with Hamilton responsible for an estimated $22 million of these takings. Hamilton was based in Las Vegas, but the servers and company were offshore, allowing him to escape the US justice system through good geographic placement. The Kahnawake Gaming Commission in Canada conducted investigations into both sites, and Hamilton was forced to pay a $1,500,000 fine, having confirmed the existence of the superuser account called “POTRIPPER”. UltimateBet’s former parent company, Excapsa Software, paid $15 million in a settlement to reimburse cheated players. Hamilton was given a lifetime ban from all poker-related activities, and his banner was stripped from the walls of the Horsehoe, where Main Event Winners are displayed. No one involved in the scandal was prosecuted. # Final Thoughts Despite this, poker remained popular, both live and online. The decade birthed superstars, many of whom still perform at the highest level. With the continued growth of online poker in Europe, the EPT, televised poker, and the WSOP towards the beginning of the 2010’s perfectly set up poker to become the game it is today. The added accessibility of coverage and games at affordable prices meant the barrier to entry was low, which incentivised potential players to give the game a go. Online communities continued to grow in strength with forums and training sites popping up across the internet, most of which are still operational today. If it weren’t for the boom of the 2000s, thanks to Moneymaker, Orenstein, and Eskandani, the game would not be in the place it is today. That’s all for now, folks. Until next time. **Source**: [https://www.pokerlistings.com/blog/the-decade-that-defined-poker-part-3-2007-2010](https://www.pokerlistings.com/blog/the-decade-that-defined-poker-part-3-2007-2010) by [Patrick Cole](https://www.pokerlistings.com/author/patrickcole)

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Maybe I’m screaming out that I suck but Snap calling with 6 high for 2x pot with 3 outs. Nah that’s a decision that takes at least a moment of thought. Am I mad he caught? of course. But there is no way in hell I’m believing he’s shoveling $100 into a $30 pot with 6high for no reason. Fatboy121212 is the username and it was catching flushes and boats over other player as well. I suspect gattis97 is a secondary account to see additional hands because that player doesn’t play.

https://preview.redd.it/her5bq7pklog1.jpg?width=1440&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=7a15074832d410ae628d0b2e3f8eff97f0ccd833 Also last night at SCOOP, Jerry «Perrymejsen» Ödeen won his 12th title, and Andy «BowieEffect» Wilson almost secured a double. # Markku «markovitsus» Koplimaa won the $11 NLHE Micro Super Tuesday Markku «markovitsus» Koplimaa The tournament drew 6,180 entries. The first-place prize was $8.6K. €1K EPT National Barcelona 2019 champion Markku «markovitsus» Koplimaa is one of those rare players for whom the buy-in size doesn’t matter. As you can see, he can be found both in $11 events on PokerStars and in the $10K GGMillion$ on GGPoker. # Jerry «Perrymejsen» Ödeen won his 12th SCOOP title Jerry «Perrymejsen» Ödeen The Swedish poker pro took down two tournaments in the current series: • $109 5-Card PLO PKO ($9K) • $320 NLHE Deep Stack ($18.7K) — Andy «BowieEffect» Wilson finished second ($13.7K) Ödeen now has 12 SCOOP titles: |**Year**|**Tournament**|**Prize**| |:-|:-|:-| |2026|59-H: $320 NLHE Deep Stack|$18,717| |2026|20-M: $109 5-Card PLO PKO|$9,068| |2025|35-M: $109 8-Game|$6,174| |2025|30-M: $109 Stud Hi/Lo|$4,935| |2024|110-H: $1,050 NLO8 \[6-Max\]|$23,897| |2024|60-M: $109 Razz|$5,400| |2024|30-M: $33 NLHE \[Turbo The Copacabana Unlimited\]|$24,750| |2023|29-H: $320+R NLHE \[8-Max Rebuy\]|$44,828| |2022|91-L: $11 NLHE \[6-Max, Turbo\]|$11,149| |2022|90-H: $1,050 NLO8|$28,101| |2021|81-H: $2,100 PLO8 6-Max|$62,426| |2019|48-H: $530 PLO H/L|$29,348| Only Andrey «premove» Skvortsov (13), Benny «RunGodlike» Glaser (13), Patrick «pads1161» Leonard (13), and Simon «C.Darwin2» Mattsson (14) have more titles. # Other notable SCOOP winners on Wednesday Andy «BowieEffect» Wilson (source: PokerStars News) Andy «BowieEffect» Wilson won the $1K Super Tuesday ($39.7K) Fahredin «FeriBo» Mustafov won the $320 PLO Mystery Bounty ($16.5K). Andrey «premove» Skvortsov finished second ($6.4K) Andrey «Gigaloff» Zhigalov won the $1K Razz ($14.6K). Renan «Internett93o» Bruschi finished second ($9K). The series will conclude on March 25. [Read more about SCOOP here](https://www.pokerlistings.com/news/pokerstars-releases-scoop-2026-schedule). **Source**: [https://www.pokerlistings.com/news/scoop-news-markku-markovitsus-koplimaa-won-11-micro-super-tuesday](https://www.pokerlistings.com/news/scoop-news-markku-markovitsus-koplimaa-won-11-micro-super-tuesday) by [**Alex Sakuta**](https://www.pokerlistings.com/author/alex_s)

You guys want raw thoughts… here they are. Things have escalated quickly for me over the last few months. I’ve shifted where I’m putting most of my online volume, moving away from sweepstakes-style platforms that were accessible in the US and into the global crypto pool. The difference in player pools has been pretty insane. Playing in a worldwide player pool feels like a completely different game to what I'm used to as a live pro. The games are WAY more aggressive. If you show weakness, people are immediately pouncing in every single hand. I’ve played in this pool before, so I know the adjustments necessary to win in this kind of pool. But, I am still a live pro at heart so it will definitely take some time. BTW, I don't use solvers ;) Never have, no intentions of starting to use them now. I’m still planning to mix online grinding with live this year. I’ll be in Florida for the Hard Rock Series in April, and likely spending a large part of the summer in Vegas firing tournaments. My goal right now is just to compete, put in volume in lots of different places, try my best to win, and try to enjoy the journey. I'm 24, downswings don't bother me lol, I can handle them... I think What are your guys thoughts on the Poker Community right now? Do you guys think we will return back to the glory days of online poker/live poker with all these huge announcements and social media superstars promoting poker? Do you think the PokerStars/FanDuel collab is going to change the space forever? What platform are you guys most excited to see carry out their plans? \- TBT

https://preview.redd.it/dd4q8nvrveog1.jpg?width=1440&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=14ba80633fbce73544ac5b1ec26b27dbaca6505d At a time when major poker rooms are relentlessly searching for new ways to attract more new players, [CoinPoker](https://www.pokerlistings.com/poker-sites/coinpoker) decided to follow the beaten path and, for the second time in 2026, hire new ambassadors. In February 2026, the first quad comprised Frenchman Yohan “YoHViral” Gilbert, Argentinian Mariano Grandoli, and two Americans — Brantzen Wong and Alex Duvall. The March 2026 trio includes more young and recognizable players and content creators. # Abby Merk Young American professional poker player **Abby Merk** made a splash in the poker community in 2025 by being active everywhere: as a girl boss at the poker tables, a content creator on X, YouTube, Instagram, and a star of cash game broadcasts alongside legends like [Phil Hellmuth](https://www.pokerlistings.com/poker-player/phil-hellmuth). Her infectious smile, sense of humor, and courage in expressing her opinion on controversial topics made Abby a face for a prominent part of the poker community: young competitive women. But she wasn’t just hanging around — she was also playing poker. And quite successfully. In November 2025, Abby won her first title, winning the APT Championship NT$3K Atomic Pineapple tournament for NT$85,700. Abby Merk at the APT Championship 2025 It’s not clear yet what exactly she will be doing as part of her new partnership. So far, she’s started by advertising a month of [100% rakeback on CoinPoker](https://www.pokerlistings.com/news/coinpoker-launches-100-rakeback-in-march), as well as “lending” her face to a 150% casino bonus banner on the site. # Lasse Jagd Lauritsen At first glance, Danish poker streamer (and former PokerStars Team Pro) **WisternJL** is a rather surprising choice for the CoinPoker team. Mainly because he was relatively quiet on social media from October 2025 to March 2026, streaming only on Twitch, where he has almost 27K subscribers. But therein lies the catch. Lasse Jagd Lauritsen The last time Lasse was active on social media was when **Scott “Pokerbrahs” Kenyon** [posted](https://x.com/pokerbrahs/status/1975013790971572296?s=20) about his 250 hours — over 10 days! — of nonstop poker streaming on Twitch: Lasse Jagd Lauritsen: 250 Hour Live Stream Lasse [commented](https://x.com/WisternJL/status/1975128784971129001?s=20) on this, saying that he set this record by accident while trying to complete a bankroll challenge: I am out here beating twitch poker records because I am slow at building a bankroll 😂 It turned out he even slept during the stream so as to not interrupt his session which  was a “*little bit weird the first couple of days*” — but then he got used to it. He has also been a loyal ambassador for PokerStars for a full five years, doing his best to attract young players to online poker by being outspoken and genuine and regularly streaming and attending live tournaments when needed. Such a dedicated professional player is exactly what the public part of the CoinPoker team is missing, as it has recently recruited a slew of high rollers, content creators, and live poker players, leaving the poker community’s largest segment — low- and mid-stakes online grinders — underrepresented. # Alejandro Andres Lococo Alejandro is another former PokerStars ambassador, an Argentine battle rapper and blogger known by his stage name Papo MC, who also is a big fan of poker. Alejandro Andres Lococo YouTube Channel He may not be as popular among the English-speaking portion of the poker community but he is incredibly popular in Latin America, with over 2.58 million subscribers on YouTube and 1.8 million followers on Twitch. However, Alejandro isn’t just a tourist coming to play poker. He has already won several major tournaments, including: |**Event**|**Festival**|**Year**|**Prize**| |:-|:-|:-|:-| |$500K Triton Million|WSOP Paradise|2024|$12,070,000| |€1K Eureka Main Event|EPT Prague|2022|€417,820| |$5K NLH 6-Handed|EPT Cyprus|2023|$102,292| |€2K NLH Deep Stack|EPT Prague|2022|€88,560| |€1K NLH Hyper Turbo|EPT Barcelona|2022|€63,800| Him being added to the CoinPoker team is perhaps the most unsurprising of all three March additions. Almost from the beginning, the brand has shown a great interest in Latin America and Argentina in particular, not only through various geo-targeted promotions but also through a partnership with the Argentinian Football Association. However, with the arrival of PapoMC, the room has every chance to reach a new level of coverage in this region, using his popularity to promote its brand among young people across Latin America. **Source**: [https://www.pokerlistings.com/news/coinpoker-expanded-its-team-with-three-new-sponsored-pros](https://www.pokerlistings.com/news/coinpoker-expanded-its-team-with-three-new-sponsored-pros) by [**Vasilisa Zyryanova**](https://www.pokerlistings.com/author/vasilisa)

Online 6-max MTT early stages, about 700 players remain $109 buy-in (SCOOP PokerStars event, some people will have won tickets in a prize draw, including me) 53bb eff (my stack) Villain seems solid Hero 2.1bb QThh HJ BB 7.2bb Hero calls Pot 15.65bb Jh 7c 4d Villain bets 5.14bb Hero calls (thinking I can turn some equity and possibly bluff off better hands if backdoor-cards come - but maybe this should just be a fold?) Pot 25.93bb Jh 7c 4d Qc Villain bets 19.48bb Hero calls - didn't love this but I feel like I'm pretty high up in my range (of all hands that get here, since I have a fair amount of Jx) so from an MDF perspective I felt I should call even against the big sizing that's going to leave me with very little behind on the river. However, I am admittedly crushed by a fair bit of value. Pot 64.89bb Jh 7c 4d Qc 8d Villain all-in for (effectively) 21.1bb I was torn. In favour of folding: the sizing (across all streets) seems designed to reel me in with value. And I guess population doesn't tend to have many RR-pre triple-barrel bluffs? In favour of calling: the villain seems capable so far and I think may have enough bluffs here (no hard evidence, just haven't seen them get out of line, and all actions and sizings seem sensible). Bluffs could include AK, AcXc, so let's say 18 combos. Value hands that take this line include AA, KK, QQ, JJ, QJss?, QJdd? for 19 combos. Not sure if I should give villain AQ combos...? Thoughts?

https://preview.redd.it/2pltzym9avng1.jpg?width=750&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=ae8e19e80159cf7ef7f498511a8714d4c16c8680 The Spring Championship of Online Poker started on PokerStars on March 1. The first week brought plenty of action. Here are the most notable performances by players. # Three final tables for Neymar On Friday, February 27, Santos forward Neymar scored a brace on the field in a match against Vasco da Gama. And already on Sunday, March 1, Neymar «neymar-jr» reached two SCOOP final tables: He finished 9th in the $1K Mystery Warm Up ($2.2K). The winner was Germany’s HardiZ1 ($30.1K). Patrick «pads1161» Leonard received the most money ($42.5K), pulling the $20K Mystery Bounty. He finished 7th in the $530 SCOOP Kickoff ($4.5K). The winner was Canada’s Alexander «aminolast» Raymond ($23K). But that’s not all. A day later, Neymar finished third in the $5K PKO Bounty Builder SHR ($23.3K). Second place went to Hungary’s kZhh ($47.2K). The winner was Denmark’s starwins : ) ($90.3K). # A double in three days: king153246 and Eimantasa record two wins the fastest in the series Two wins in three days — likely no one has ever completed a SCOOP double this quickly. The first to do it was Lithuania’s Eimantasa. He won the $530 Bounty Builder HR ($29.7K) and the $1K NLHE PKO ($33.8K). Three hours later, [SCOOP-2025](https://www.pokerlistings.com/news/scoop-2025-c-darwin2-record-king153246-smashed-leaderboard) and WCOOP-2025 Player of the Series, Albania-based Vitaliy «king153246» also recorded two wins. He won the $1K NLHE ($26,2K) and the $530 NLHE PKO ($15.9K). # Andrey «Premove» Skvortsov won two tournaments in one evening Premove became the champion of two NLO8 6-max PKO tournaments. First he won the $109 event, and half an hour later the $1,050 event. Over his career, Premove has recorded 13 SCOOP titles: * 2026 — 22-M: $109 NLO8 \[6-max PKO\] — $7,304 * 2026 — 22-H: $1,050 NLO8 \[6-max PKO\] — $22,486 * 2025 — 95-H: $530 2-7 Single Draw PKO — $8,950 * 2024 — 17-L: $11 PLO \[6-Max\] — $4,516 * 2023 — 66-M: $33 NLHE 8-max Weekend Starter — $7,750 * 2023 — 76-H: $2,100 NLO8 6-max PKO — $61,970\* * 2023 — 118-M $55 Mixed NLHE/PLO 6-max PKO — $7,521\* * 2022 — 19-M: $109 NLO8 PKO — $14,390\* * 2022 — 90-L: $11 NLO8 — $3,169 * 2021 — 27-H: $1,050 8-game — $28,101 * 2021 — 82-L: $55 NLHE 8-max PKO Mini Thursday Thrill — $51,601\* * 2020 — 34-M: $55 PLO8 8-max — $17,635 * 2019 — 16-H: $2,100 NLO8 — $47,793 Only Simon «C.Darwin2» Mattsson has more career titles (14). Slightly fewer, but still many, belong to Benny «RunGodlike» Glaser (13), Niklas «lena900» Astedt (11), and Jerry «Perrymejsen» Odeen (11). # Other Notable Winners Benny «RunGodlike» Glaser won the $320 NLHE ($16.6K). A funny fact: Glaser did not plan to play this one-day tournament because of computer problems. Renan «Internett93o» Bruschi won the $530 NL 5 Card Draw PKO ($8.1K). # SCOOP Player of the Series Leaderboards started very hot: FAL1st leads all leaderboards As usual, PokerStars are awarding $100K across four SCOOP leaderboards (Low, Medium, High and Overall). The leaderboards run throughout the entire series and are not divided by weeks. Points are awarded as follows: win — 100 points, 2nd place — 80 points, 3rd place — 70, etc. The minimum ITM awards 5 points. The Overall Leaderboard is the main and most prestigious one. It has only one winner, who will receive $20K in cash. After the first week, the Overall Leaderboard is led by Thailand-based Fal1st: 1. Mikhail «FAL1st» – 1260 2. Vitaliy «king153246» – 735 3. Patrick «pads1161» Leonard – 685 4. Renan «Internett93o» Bruschi – 670 5. Benny «RunGodlike» Glaser – 620 In the High Leaderboard, three players will be awarded ($15K; $10K; $7.5K). Interestingly, it features the same names as the Overall leaderboard: 1. Mikhail «FAL1st» – 605 2. Patrick «pads1161» Leonard – 390 3. Benny «RunGodlike» Glaser – 365 4. Vitaliy «king153246» – 335 5. Renan «Internett93o» Bruschi – 330 The Medium Leaderboard will award 10 players. The winner will receive $10K. Fal1st also leads this leaderboard: 1. Mikhail «FAL1st» – 365 2. The1WhoKnocksss – 275 3. Jerry «Perrymejsen» Odeen – 270 4. RagVoen – 265 5. Eimantasa – 255 The Low Leaderboard will award 20 players. The winner will receive $5K. In this leaderboard, Fal1st is in third place: 1. Just rag it – 325 2. Vitaliy «king153246» – 305 3. Mikhail «FAL1st» – 290 4. HeimaS – 270 5. Sebastian «peace&loove» Huber – 265 The SCOOP series will conclude on March 25. [Read more about SCOOP here](https://www.pokerlistings.com/news/pokerstars-releases-scoop-2026-schedule). **Source**: [https://www.pokerlistings.com/news/neymar-reaches-three-final-tables-scoop-2026](https://www.pokerlistings.com/news/neymar-reaches-three-final-tables-scoop-2026) by [**Alex Sakuta**](https://www.pokerlistings.com/author/alex_s)

I’m looking for online poker sites that offer good freeroll tournaments (no deposit if possible). Which sites currently have the best freerolls in terms of: Frequency (daily / weekly) Prize pools Easy registration I’ve heard about sites like CoinPoker, 888poker, PokerStars, and ACR, but I’m not sure which ones actually have the best freerolls right now. If you grind freerolls, which sites do you recommend and why?