Poker

GGPoker’s highly anticipated $5 million guaranteed poker event came to an abrupt halt on Sunday after the platform suffered a major technical meltdown. Players, including thousands of hopefuls battling for a shot at life-changing prizes, were left staring at frozen screens. The online poker giant has since apologized and confirmed a new date for the…

The World Series of Poker Circuit (WSOPC) Main Event at Harrah’s Cherokee took an unexpected turn Sunday when a man, seemingly overwhelmed by rage, flipped over three poker tables, leaving stunned players and tournament officials scrambling to restore order. Tables Overturned, Players in Shock It happened on Day 2 of the $1,700 buy-in Main Event…

Kristen Foxen pulled off an incredible comeback on Wednesday, winning the PokerGO Cup Event #7: $15,100 No-Limit Hold’em for a $348,300 payday. The Canadian pro, who started the final table as the short stack, battled her way to the top, securing her second PokerGO Tour victory of the year. With this win, she now sits…

The Global Poker Grizzly Games VIII wrapped up in spectacular fashion, rewarding players with thrilling wins and fierce competition. From Jan. 27 to Feb. 16, poker enthusiasts battled it out on the US-facing social poker platform, creating unforgettable moments. But while many players celebrated wins, two names stood above the rest—"FlushMe2Tears" and "viztyskie"—as the ultimate…

YouTube personality Jack Dean, better known as "JaackMaate" to his 1.35 million subscribers, has taken his poker journey to a new level. The British content creator is competing in the 2025 PokerNews Online Championship (PNOC) at 888poker, streaming his experiences for fans worldwide. While he’s still learning the ropes, his enthusiasm for the game is…

A single card can change everything in poker, sometimes in the cruelest way imaginable. That’s exactly what happened at the PHP 150,000 (USD $2,600) High Roller event at the Asian Poker Tour (APT) Manila Classic, where a jaw-dropping bad beat sent a seasoned player home empty-handed—just one spot away from the money. A Heartbreaker on…

The entertainment and poker communities are mourning the loss of actor Kevyn Major Howard, who passed away on February 14, 2025, at the age of 69. Best known for his role as “Rafterman” in Full Metal Jacket, Howard was also a dedicated advocate for autism-related causes, particularly through the Ante 4 Autism charity poker tournament.…

Ali Imsirovic, once one of the most feared high-stakes poker players, was thrown out of the Champions Club Winter Poker Open in Houston before he could even play a hand. The disgraced pro, who admitted to some cheating allegations last year, registered for the $1,500 Main Event on Saturday but was swiftly disqualified and banned…

For 17 years, the Earl Holt–John Seaman Charity Poker Tournament has been proving that poker isn't just about winning big pots—it can also be a powerful force for good. While scandalous stories often dominate the poker world, this long-running Montana event is a reminder that the game has a charitable side too. A Tradition of…

The poker world has seen its fair share of celebrities over the years, but nothing quite like what’s happening now. Blake Wynn, the 25-year-old CEO of the Celebrity Poker Tour (CPT), is bringing big names to the felt like never before. After a successful first season in 2024, CPT is back for Season 2, and…