Poker

The poker spotlight is turning to Manila as the 2025 Asian Poker Tour (APT) season gets underway with the much-anticipated APT Manila Classic. From February 7 to February 16, the Crowne Plaza Manila Galleria will be packed with poker enthusiasts, all chasing their share of the massive ₱143 million ($2.4 million) in guaranteed prize pools…

The thrill of the hunt is back, and this time, the prize pool is bigger than ever. PokerStars' Bounty Builder Series is set to kick off on February 2, running for two weeks of intense Progressive Knockout (PKO) tournaments with a staggering $15 million guaranteed. With 169 events on the schedule and buy-ins ranging from…

Brazilian poker players put on a clinic at the latest PokerStars Sunday Million, storming the final table and locking up a huge chunk of the $1 million prize pool. Five of the final nine hailed from Brazil, but in the end, it was Yuri "tecaoo" Martins Gama who emerged victorious, denying fellow countryman Thiago "KKremate"…

The poker world is taking note—Scott Stewart is on a hot streak. Just over a month after pocketing $2.5 million at the WPT World Championship, he stormed through the WSOP Circuit (WSOPC) Thunder Valley series, winning not one but two gold rings. Meanwhile, Akbar Zamani took down the Main Event, adding another big title to…

Tom Goldstein, a once-prominent Supreme Court lawyer and founder of SCOTUSblog, is facing serious legal trouble, and now, a new court order has added another restriction to his life—no more poker. Goldstein, accused of tax evasion tied to millions in poker winnings, pleaded not guilty on Monday and agreed to stay away from the poker…

Romanian poker player "amormori" turned a modest $25 buy-in into an impressive $9,158, claiming victory in the $100,000 XL Winter #45 – Mystery Bounty Mini Event. But the biggest single payout of the event went to Mexico’s "MuyB1eN," who, despite finishing in 63rd place, walked away with $10,093.81 after landing the jackpot mystery bounty. Unexpected Jackpot…

The PokerNews Home Games on PokerStars are heating up in February with over $1,500 in added value. Players will have the chance to battle it out for leaderboard prizes and daily tournament action—all for buy-ins as low as $1.10. Whether you're a seasoned grinder or a casual player, there's a seat waiting for you at…

The world of poker collectibles is about to get a major upgrade. Leaf is bringing back its Metal Poker trading card series for 2025, and this time, it’s packed with some of the most legendary names in the game—alongside a fresh batch of rising stars. Fans of Daniel Negreanu, Phil Hellmuth, and Patrik Antonius can…

High Stakes Poker delivered another heart-stopping episode this week, showcasing the brutal nature of the game when six-figure pots are on the line. Justin Gavri, once again plagued by bad luck, and Markus Gonsalves, who fell victim to the largest pot of Season 14, were front and center in an episode that poker fans won’t…

A proposal to raise the maximum bets and payouts for video poker in Montana, untouched since 1987, has sparked lively debate across the state. While some view the change as overdue, others fear its potential consequences. The Details of Senate Bill 153 Senate Bill 153, introduced by State Sen. Wylie Galt (R-Martinsdale), proposes doubling the current…