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Welcome to Part 2 of this exploration into the art of bluffing in poker. Building on the foundational strategies from Part 1, this installment dives into the psychological intricacies of poker. We will examine how to read opponents’ tells and manipulate their perceptions, crucial skills for any player looking to master bluffing. By understanding the […]
The Story of the 1984 WSOP Main Event In 1984, one year on from Tom McEvoy’s slow and methodical takedown of Rod Peate heads-up, a far more aggressive player became world champion. Slaying a field of 132 players – a significant increase of 24 entries from 1983 – was ‘Gentleman Jack’ Keller. A former U.S. […]
The intricate dance between poker and investing is a fascinating exploration of risk, strategy, and psychology. Both arenas demand a keen understanding of the odds, a strong emotional resilience, and an unwavering commitment to decision-making under uncertainty. Let’s shuffle through the lessons these worlds offer, revealing insights that resonate far beyond the felt and the […]
The Story of the 1983 WSOP Main Event Back in 1983, the future of the World Series of Poker was changed forever by a new winner who paid much less than the norm to play the Main Event. What did the 1983 world champion do? Which poker legend made the late stages of the Main […]
The Story of the 1982 WSOP Main Event From its formative years of action in Las Vegas, the World Series of Poker had changed significantly as it entered its 13th year in 1982. The first half of the 1970s had seen many early growth issues ironed out and the series expanded from a single WSOP […]
The Story of the 1981 WSOP Main Event A year on from Stu ‘The Kid’ Ungar’s epic win against Doyle Brunson in the 1980 WSOP Main Event, 75 players came to Las Vegas to play the World Championship event seeking their fortune. Their number included the defending champion, as Ungar bid to become only the […]
The Story of the 1980 WSOP Main Event A new era of poker action began in 1980 as the World Series of Poker entered its second decade with its youngest-ever winner. As the debate over whether poker players with experience or youth were better raged on in Las Vegas, a breath of fresh air arrived […]
The Story of the 1979 WSOP Main Event The 10th year of the World Series of Poker saw glamour like never before, with a dozen events thrilling poker fans across America. Whilst the World Series of Poker was not yet the global behemoth it is today, its reputation was growing. And with the Main Event […]
The Story of the 1978 WSOP Main Event After two years of domestic dominance from Doyle ‘Texas Dolly’ Brunson in 1976 and 1977, the 1978 World Series of Poker saw a new world champion win the famous gold bracelet in Las Vegas. A total of 11 events took place in Las Vegas, Nevada between May […]
The Story of the 1977 WSOP Main Event In 1976, Doyle Brunson won his first WSOP Main Event title. Just 12 months later, he would enter the lexicon of American heroes after bagging back-to-back triumphs. With more preliminary events than ever before, a young challenger, and an incredible final hand, the 1977 World Series of […]
The Story of the 1976 WSOP Main Event The 1976 World Series of Poker was a landmark poker tournament in so many ways. The crowning of a new champion put a legendary poker character into a spotlight that would shine on him for half a century. In the previous year, there were a total of […]
In the vast and vibrant world of poker, few characters are as memorable or as enigmatic as Phil Laak. With a career spanning over two decades, Laak has left an indelible mark on the game, captivating audiences with his unique blend of skill, humor, and an unmistakable flair for the dramatic. His impact on poker—both […]
