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Thursday, July 2, 2026
PokerStars Announces Full EPT Barcelona Schedule
PokerStars has released the full schedule for the 2026 EPT Barcelona stop, covering the Main Event, High Roller events, and multiple side events. The events will take place in August at Casino Barcelona.
Michael Watson Wins in Montenegro, Secures Seventh Triton Title
Canadian poker player Michael Watson won the Triton series in Montenegro, claiming his seventh Triton title and further solidifying his place in high-stakes poker.
2026 Triton Poker Series Montenegro Stop: $50k NLH 7-Handed Payouts to Be Announced
According to PokerNews, the 2026 Triton Poker Series Montenegro stop will feature a $50,000 buy-in 7-handed No-Limit Hold'em event. The detailed payout structure has not been announced yet and is expected to be released before the event.
Wednesday, July 1, 2026
2026 WSOP Day 36: Martirosyan Leads $100K PLO, Gonsalves Chases $5K 6-Max Title
According to PokerNews, on Day 36 of the 2026 WSOP, Artur Martirosyan is the chip leader in the $100,000 buy-in PLO event, while John Gonsalves is poised to win the $5,000 buy-in six-max event.
WSOP Day 36: Deeb Earns Ninth Bracelet, Martirosian Wins $100K PLO High Roller
WSOP Day 36 concluded with Shaun Deeb winning his ninth WSOP bracelet, while Artur Martirosian took down the $100,000 buy-in PLO High Roller.
How an Unknown Player Entered the WSOP $100k High Roller Nearly for Free
A little-known poker player secured a seat in the WSOP $100,000 High Roller event through a satellite for almost no cost, sparking discussion in the poker community. Such opportunities usually come from online satellites or special promotions but are extremely rare.
ESPN Announces 2026 World Series of Poker Schedule and Viewing Options
ESPN reports on the 2026 World Series of Poker WSOP schedule and TV broadcast details. The event is expected to take place in Las Vegas during the summer, with ESPN providing full coverage.
Monday, June 29, 2026
BCPoker Bans Account and Seizes $4000 Without Cause? Player Seeks Advice: Fight or Give Up?
A Reddit user posted that their BCPoker account was permanently banned, with $4000 balance confiscated, because the platform determined that they were involved in 'chip transfer' while playing PLO heads-up against a whale player. The user denies the allegations and asks if it's worth appealing.
PLO Player Seeking Staking: Profit Split and Bankroll Management Guide for Very Soft Games
A player found PLO games at a private poker club to be extremely soft, with an average VPIP of 65, and plans to stake others to play. The article discusses common profit split ratios typically 50/50 or 60/40 in such environments, minimum bankroll requirements suggested 100 buy-ins, and reminds backers to be aware of risks and agreement details.
Facing a Raise on the River, Should KQ Bluff Catch? - 1/3 Hand Analysis
A Reddit user shares a 1/3 cash game hand: Hero in BB calls with KQo, flop J-K-6 checks, turn bets 15, river bets 15 then faces a raise to 50. Should Hero call? This article analyzes opponent's range and Hero's decision.
Global Poker Weekly Password Help: Indiana User Misses Freeroll Due to Service Termination
A Global Poker player in Indiana, facing local service termination on July 1, has not received weekly newsletter emails for weeks, unable to get the freeroll password, and seeks community help. This incident reminds players to pay attention to platform regional policy changes.
2026 Women's Poker Week: South Point Omaha 8 Championship Concludes
The 2026 Women's Poker Week continued with exciting events at South Point Casino. The $240 buy-in LIPS Omaha 8 Championship attracted 34 players, creating a total prize pool of $6,800. After intense competition, Las Vegas regular Espy Enriquez took the title, winning $1,915 and the LIPS trophy. The event showcased the appeal of mixed game tournaments, with the Women's Poker Association and the LIPS series awarding the winners.
Danish Player Returns to Poker: Platform Selection and Classic Book Recommendations
A Danish player returning to poker after 15 years seeks advice on Reddit, asking for the best current poker platforms and study books. This article summarizes common community recommendations, covering platforms available in Denmark and classic poker books to help you quickly get back into the game.
How to Become a Poker Dealer? A Guide for Los Angeles/Southern California
Just graduated from college and want to become a poker dealer in Southern California? This article provides introductory advice, including dealer schools, job search directions, skill requirements, and current hiring overview, to help you start your poker career.
Why is AJo popular this summer? Exploring GTO strategy for calling a 3bet preflop
A Reddit poker thread about AJo sparked heated discussion: Is calling a 3bet with AJo out of position GTO? This article analyzes from solver strategy, positional factors, opponent exploitation, etc., explains why this hand has gained attention recently, and provides practical advice.
WSOP Online Event 19 Schedule Question: Players Worry About Missing Day 3
A New Jersey player asked on Reddit about the schedule of WSOP Online Event 19. He noticed there is a Day 1 Last Chance and Day 2, but is unsure if there is a Day 3. He will leave on Wednesday and wants to make sure he doesn't miss any games. This article organizes the common multi-day structure of WSOP Online events and offers advice.
PLO Newbie Puzzled: Should This Hand Be Folded?
A PLO player with about 80k hands experience posted on Reddit asking if he should have folded a hand. He moved up from micro stakes to $5,000-$10,000 but lost control several times after losing a few buy-ins and eventually busted at 1000 PLO. In the hand, he was in the CO with two expected callers.
Can 2000 MTT Samples Prove You're a Winner? Reddit Player Seeks Answers
A Reddit user started at $1-$5 micro-stakes MTTs on GG Poker, won a big prize and moved up to $10-$55 levels, accumulating a sample of about 2000 tournaments. He wonders if these data can prove he is a consistent winner or just lucky. This article analyzes the limitations of MTT sample size, the impact of variance, and more reliable metrics to determine winners.