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Saturday, June 13, 2026
Poker Player Chris Skinner Banned for Chip Smuggling Cheating
According to Casino.org, poker player Chris Skinner has been banned by the relevant tournament organization after admitting to chip smuggling cheating in competitions. The incident has raised concerns about the integrity of poker, and the specific length of the ban has not yet been announced.
Chris Skinner Steps Down as Southern Poker Tour Ambassador Amid Cheating Scandal
Recently, well-known poker player Chris Skinner announced his resignation as brand ambassador for the Southern Poker Tour due to involvement in a cheating scandal. Skinner had previously been the spokesperson for the tour. As of now, relevant parties have not issued further statements on the matter.
Southern Poker Tour Cuts Ties with Chris Skinner Over Cheating Scandal
The Southern Poker Tour has announced the severance of all ties with well-known player Chris Skinner following his involvement in a cheating scandal. The decision highlights the poker community's zero-tolerance stance on cheating.
Texas Cardroom Bans Suspected Cheaters
A Texas poker room has blacklisted several men suspected of cheating, banning them from entry. This move aims to maintain game fairness; poker rooms usually detect cheating suspicions through monitoring and data analysis, and take ban measures.
Pokeren.nl Releases Poker Series 9 Ranking Finale Live Report
Dutch poker news site Pokeren.nl has published a live report of the Poker Series 9 ranking finale, documenting the exciting moments of the final stage. The series attracted many players, with intense competition in the finals, focusing on key hands and chip dynamics.
Texas Poker Room Catches Long-Time Cheaters Marking Cards, Banned Permanently On The Spot
A Texas poker room caught two long-time cheaters who used marked cards to defraud. They were caught on the spot and permanently banned. The poker room has increased surveillance and reminds players to be vigilant against similar cheating.
Poker Pro Loses Sponsorship for Using Solver Online
According to PokerNews, a poker professional had their sponsorship terminated for violating rules by using a solver tool in online games. The incident sparked discussions about fairness in online poker and serves as a reminder for players to comply with platform rules and ethical standards.
Video Exposes: Dealer Takes Deck to Bathroom Then False Deals
A video circulating online shows a poker dealer taking the entire deck into the bathroom before a false deal, suspected of cheating. The incident raises questions about tournament integrity; relevant parties have not yet responded.
Texas Largest Poker Room Raided, May Be Permanently Closed
Texas's largest poker room was raided by police on suspicion of illegal gambling. The operator says the closure may be permanent. The incident raises concerns about compliance of poker venues in Texas.