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The Mirage: A Legacy of Innovation and Transformation on the Las Vegas Strip The Mirage, an iconic landmark on the Las Vegas Strip, has been a beacon of innovation and luxury since its opening in 1989. Conceived by casino magnate Steve Wynn, The Mirage set new standards in the casino-resort industry, reshaping the landscape of […]
The third and final installment on bluffing being a quintessential skill in no-limit hold’em, crucial for turning the tide of the game in your favor. Every poker enthusiast knows the exhilaration of outsmarting the table and claiming a pot with nothing more than sheer bravado and a well-timed bet. But what does it take to […]
A Chip and a Champion – Chris Moneymaker Wins GG MILLION$ LIVE in Montenegro The 2003 World Series of Poker champion Chris Moneymaker took home the second-largest score of his poker career last night as he won the 2024 Triton Super High Roller Series GGMillion$ title for $903,000. The GGMillion$ online series, which costs $10,300 […]
Linus Loeliger Wins Latest GGMillion$ for Bumper $484,000 Top Prize This week’s GGMillion$ on GGPoker proclaimed the Swiss Online poker star Linus Loeliger the winner, for a top prize of $484,385. With legends of the felt such as Ole Schemion, Andrii Novak, Barak Wisbrod, and GGMillion$ regular ‘spaise411’ all present, there was a royal battle […]
Dimitar wanted to get on his motorbike and ride to Austria. He could have used the journey to clear some of the fog from his mind. But instead, he did what Sofia said. He took the charity from Sofia’s father, Ivan Angelov, for a flight and hotel room in Vienna. That was why he found […]
Chris Moneymaker has once again proven why his name deserves to be etched in poker history. Nearly 21 years after his legendary 2003 World Series of Poker (WSOP) Main Event victory, Moneymaker showcased his enduring skill and competitive spirit by taking down the $25,000 GGMillion$ event at the Triton Super High Roller Series in Montenegro. […]
The Story of the 1985 WSOP Main Event In 1985, one of the most charismatic characters in the history of poker became world champion. A neat fortnight of 14 events, concluding in the by now world-famous World Series of Poker Main Event, saw Bill Smith win his one and only World Championship and an incredible […]
Poker, a game deeply rooted in skill, strategy, and a touch of luck underscores the importance of every position at the table, including the often-overlooked “Hijack” seat. This position can significantly influence the dynamics and outcome of a game, making it essential for players to understand and leverage it effectively. Let’s explore the nuances of […]
Victoria Elizabeth Coren Mitchell was born on August 18, 1972, into a distinguished literary family in Hammersmith, West London, and raised in Cricklewood, North London. Her father, Alan Coren, was a renowned humorist and journalist, while her brother, Giles Coren, is a prominent journalist and television presenter. Growing up in such an intellectually stimulating environment, […]
As the first week of the 2024 GGPoker World Festival wraps up, let’s dive into the thrilling developments so far. To this point, tournaments have reached over $60 million in guarantees with $20+ million being won just over the weekend. With nearly $200 million more guaranteed, the excitement continues and the leaderboard races heat up. […]
Poker is not just a game of cards; it’s a complex battle of wits, strategy, and psychological maneuvering. One of the most overlooked aspects of poker strategy is the role of cognitive biases. These mental shortcuts are designed to help us process information quickly but can often lead us astray, especially in high-pressure situations like […]
An airport would have been the perfect place to disappear. The maze of terminals, the flow of people. At any one time, there was an average of 120,000 people in the air above the Earth. Seven days a week, 24 hours a day. If he’d been Peter Serf, that’s what Dimitar would have done. He […]
