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Friday, July 31, 2026
Thursday, July 30, 2026
WSOP Circuit Choctaw Concludes with Career-Best Scores
The WSOP Circuit stop at Choctaw Casino Resort wrapped up with multiple players achieving career-best results, including a first-time ring winner.
Supercomputer Predicts 2026 WSOP Main Event Winner After 1 Million Simulations
A supercomputer ran 1 million simulations of the 2026 WSOP Main Event to predict the winner, highlighting advanced poker AI and variance analysis.
WSOP x ESPN Scheduling Draws Criticism
Some players express displeasure over the World Series of Poker's scheduling partnership with ESPN, though specific complaints remain unclear.
Lonis Leads Dwan and Kenney into $100K Final Table at King Poker Cup
The King Poker Cup's $100,000 buy-in event reaches its final table with Lonis holding the chip lead over Tom Dwan and Bryn Kenney.
Finnish Businessman Reaches WSOP Main Event Finale After Lucky Layover
A Finnish businessman's unexpected layover led him to a life-changing run in the 2024 WSOP Main Event, where he made the final table.
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
Best Time to Visit a Casino: An Insider’s Guide to Timing Your Trip
Discover whether casinos adjust odds by time of day, and learn when to go for the best experience.
Phil Hellmuth Gives Rare Insights in Reddit AMA: 'I'm a Very Lucky Person'
Phil Hellmuth hosted a comprehensive AMA on Reddit, answering over 200 questions about his table outbursts, off-table personality, and poker career.
Tuesday, July 28, 2026
How Tournament Grinders Handle Late-Stage Bad Beats: Mindset Tips from the Poker Community
A Reddit user vented about consecutive late-stage tournament bad beats, sparking discussion. This piece explains why bad beats are inevitable and shares pro-minded coping tips: accept variance, focus on decision quality, and take short breaks.
Reddit User Claims Fourth Victory in Same Poker Tournament
A Reddit user under the handle bloodbuzzvirginia shares their fourth win in a recurring poker tournament, recounting a dramatic final table that included a chip lead, a lost pot with aces, and a heads-up comeback.
Multiway Hand Review: Donk Bet on a Wet Board Calls for Careful Play
A $600 regional mini-high roller hand featuring a multiway donk bet on a wet K♥5♥6♣ flop. Hero in the big blind with 5♠5♦ faces decisions against a solid HJ and a fishy SB, leading to a tricky turn and river jam.
Alberta poker players face online platform struggles due to regulation changes
An Alberta poker player posted on Reddit, stating that due to legal changes, the WPT platform cannot accept deposits requiring KYC verification, and is looking for alternative online poker platforms. The post reflects the general struggle of local players after regulatory adjustments.
Finding Low-Stakes Weekly Poker Tournaments in New York City: A Player's Guide
A poker player moving to NYC seeks a weekly $20 buy-in tournament to maintain a balanced lifestyle. This guide explores the appeal of low-stakes weekly events and offers tips for finding similar games in New York City's poker scene.
Monday, July 27, 2026
Pokie7 Casino: A Closer Look at the 2025-Launched Platform for Australian Players
Pokie7 Casino launched in 2025 with over 1,400 games from 30+ providers, a Curacao license, TST Labs RNG certification, and a four-deposit welcome pack reaching 200%. Native AUD support and PayID make it a practical option for Australian players. This article covers license, games, bonuses, payouts, and mobile experience.
WSOP Conclusion Reshapes Player of the Year Races: Alex Foxen Leads Both Leaderboards
The 2026 World Series of Poker has drastically altered the Player of the Year races. Alex Foxen surges to first in both CardPlayer and GPI POY standings, while Eelis Parssinen and Daniel Rezaei make big moves. Kristen Foxen becomes the first woman in the top ten since 2013.
2026 WSOP Main Event Episodes Return to ESPN
For the first time since before the pandemic, the World Series of Poker Main Event is airing on ESPN. Starting July 21, ESPN and ESPN2 will broadcast edited episodes, leading to a live final table in early August. The delayed final table format returns after a seven-year hiatus, sparking discussion among fans.
NFL Team Executive Appeals Gambling Suspension, Denies Leaking Draft Picks
Arizona Cardinals college scouting director Ryan Gold has been suspended indefinitely by the NFL for allegedly violating gambling policy, including sharing nonpublic draft information and placing bets. His lawyer denies the claims and is appealing.
Long-Abandoned Site Across From Mandalay Bay Approved for Bold-Looking Casino Project
Clark County commissioners have approved a plan to transform a long-abandoned site across from Mandalay Bay into a 752-room casino resort featuring a giant heart-shaped facade, a suspended restaurant held up by abandoned ferris wheel supports, and a LED screen. The project, developed by Eli Applebaum, will repurpose concrete columns originally built for the SkyVue Las Vegas Super Wheel.