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Poker has outstanding strategic depth and has developed a fantastically competitive scene. Since the inaugural World Series of Poker (WSOP) in 1970, countless legendary moments and world-renowned players have left their mark on this iconic game. Over the past 50 years, it has evolved from a small local event into a global phenomenon. Innovative betting […]
Sam Houston left London in torrential rain. Less than three hours later, he had touched down in Barcelona, where it was 28 degrees in the shade. As he walked slowly down the stairs to exit the plane, Houston looked at the other travelers marching towards solid ground ahead of him. Most were still in clothes […]
Poker’s rich history and strategic depth combine to give it a thrilling competitive scene. Competition in poker is a core part of the game and various legends have left their marks throughout history. These players have undoubtedly, in one way or another, changed the game, not just from their tournament wins but also from their […]
Some poker legends are born great. Others find their way there accompanied by 16 exotic dancers and carried shoulder-high on a litter, dressed as Julius Caesar. The poker career of Philip Hellmuth Junior is one on its own. A singular path through the game that will never be retrodden, so unique are the footprints. From […]
Poker is one of the oldest gambling games, with a rich history stretching back centuries. As such, it has become prevalent throughout the world and boasts a large number of dedicated players. It has become far more than just a casual pastime, and has developed a seriously competitive scene with tournaments being broadcast around the […]
Poker is a game of skill that has been around for centuries and during that time it has developed a competitive scene with many fantastic moments. Central to these moments are the poker legends who have left their marks on the game, from pros with extraordinarily long-lived careers to modern-day superstars. In this article, we’ll […]
Arguably the most successful poker player of all-time, Daniel Negreanu is a poker legend. A member of the exclusive Poker Hall of Fame, a GGPoker Global Ambassador and a six-time winner of World Series of Poker bracelets, Negreanu sits among the top of any list of the best poker players who have ever played. But […]
Johnny Moss was born on May 14th, 1907 in the small town of Marshall, Texas. Johnny’s mother passed away suddenly from complications related to appendicitis when he was only eight years old and his father was seriously injured in a work-related accident just a few months after. Following these tragic events, Johnny began selling newspapers […]
Phil Ivey has won ten bracelets at the World Series of Poker bracelets between 2000 and 2014. He was also victorious at the 2008 World Poker Tour Main Event in Los Angeles, three major Aussie Millions Poker Championships in Melbourne, as well as numerous other high paying events. This American-born poker pro has earned more […]
For the majority of people who do not have any experience or exposure into the world of poker, the first thing they associate poker with is gambling and the depravity which surrounds that world. And sadly, this association is unlikely to ever change. Enthusiasts familiar with the card game could successfully argue that poker is […]
Poker is one of the most popular games in the world, enjoyed by millions of players of all ages and backgrounds. Unlike many other games, poker is not purely a luck-based game – instead, it requires skill and strategy to win consistently. The object of the game is to make the best hand from the cards […]
At Least $150M Up For Grabs In GGPoker’s WSOP Winter Circuit Richest WSOP Winter Circuit yet to run December 4 through January 9 GGPoker today announces the latest iteration of the WSOP Winter Circuit online tournament series, which runs from December 4 through January 9. With at least $150,000,000 in prizes to be won, this […]
