Tag: Poker Evolution
The Story of the 1972 WSOP Main Event In 1972, after two years of Johnny Moss winning the World Championship, a controversial deal was struck in the WSOP Main Event. Going down in history as the first ‘ICM’ deal at a final table, the winner was a controversial figure in his own right as one […]
The Story of the 1971 WSOP Main Event In 1971, the best poker players in the world again gathered in Las Vegas to play in the second-ever World Series of Poker. Sin City hosted its first-ever WSOP Main Event, a freezeout tournament that would produce a world champion. In 1970, a player vote had handed […]
The Story of the 1970 WSOP Main Event The first-ever World Series of Poker’s ‘Main Event’ was very different from all those that have followed in the years since. Over half a century ago, the atmosphere was far from the sprawling mass of poker tables, over 100 bracelet events and other festival frolics that each […]
Do you ever have that recurring dream where you’re soaring through azure skies, expertly navigating the wind currents, free as a bird? Then, abruptly, you transform into a salmon swimming upstream, fighting the torrent with sheer tenacity. A bit surreal, isn’t it? Well, welcome to the dynamic world of poker, where the only constant is […]
When it comes to the game of poker, Edmond Hoyle’s influence is as unmistakable as a royal flush. Though poker as we know it today evolved after Hoyle’s time, his principles and philosophies laid the groundwork for the game’s development. Let’s dive into the world of poker and uncover how Hoyle’s touch shaped this iconic […]
Edmond Hoyle, the name that resonates with every card enthusiast, historian, and lover of leisurely pursuits. But who was he, really? Was he just a man with a penchant for cards, or was there more to his story? Let’s shuffle the deck and deal out the fascinating tale of Edmond Hoyle, the Father of Modern […]
Ever sat down at a poker table and wondered, “How did we get here?” No, I’m not talking about that existential crisis you had after losing a big hand. I’m talking about the intricate dance of strategy that unfolds every time the cards are dealt. From it’s humble beginnings, poker has transformed into a global […]
When we think of poker, our minds are often consumed by thoughts of thrilling gameplay, strategic decisions, and the pursuit of victory. However, behind the scenes, there is a vast and intricate industry that sustains the game we love. From casinos and online platforms to poker tournaments and sponsorships, the business of poker encompasses a […]
Poker is one of the world’s most popular and widespread casino games. You’ve almost certainly heard of it, whether through depictions of poker in blockbuster movies like Casino Royale (2006) or broadcasts of competitive poker in tournaments like the World Series of Poker (WSOP). However, if you haven’t played the game yourself, you may be […]
Part 9 – April 1st, 2019 through May 31st, 2019 Originally posted: April 10th, 2019 Fast Fold Poker Strategy Planning isn’t easy at walking pace, doubly at triple speed (doubly at triple sounds like racing parlance), but there’s grace in quickness. Like Bruce Lee said, we must be like water. Having recently introduced Rush&Cash, our […]
