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Saturday, June 13, 2026
WNBA Champion Appears at WSOP 2023 Kickoff, Cross-Over Attracts Attention
A WNBA champion player attended the World Series of Poker WSOP 2023 kickoff event, becoming a highlight of cross-over collaboration between sports and poker.
WSOP 2026: Suvarna Dominates High Roller Events, Chainsaw's Backers Turn a Profit in Series
According to PokerStake, during the WSOP 2026 series, player Suvarna defeated many opponents to win a high buy-in event, demonstrating strong skill. Meanwhile, the backers of well-known player Chainsaw overall turned a profit in the series, becoming a highlight off the felt.
WSOP 2026 $100k High Roller Final Table Livestream: Top Players Compete for High Stakes
The 2026 World Series of Poker WSOP $100,000 buy-in No-Limit Hold'em High Roller has reached the final table, with SpadePoker broadcasting live. This high-stakes event attracts elite professionals, with the champion earning a massive prize and a WSOP gold bracelet.
2026 WSOP Day 17: Nguyen Cracks AA, Leads $100k High Roller
On Day 17 of the 2026 WSOP, in the $100k High Roller event, Nguyen cracked an opponent's AA to take the chip lead and become the center of attention.
Indian Courts Refuse Pre-emptive Rulings, Status of Poker as Skill Game Remains Unclear
Indian courts have dismissed requests for pre-emptive rulings on whether poker is a skill game, leaving its legal status ambiguous. This move affects the regulatory environment for the poker industry in India, creating uncertainty for players and operators.
GGMillion$ Queen High All-In: Is This Hand GTO?
This article examines a controversial hand in the GGMillion$ high-stakes tournament: a player goes all-in post-flop with only queen-high. We analyze it from a GTO Game Theory Optimal perspective, discussing whether queen-high all-in is an equilibrium strategy under deep stacks and high stakes pressure, as well as potential exploitative considerations in practice.
GTO Wizard Launches Revolutionary Multiway Preflop Solver
Renowned poker strategy tool GTO Wizard announces the industry's first multiway preflop solver, filling the gap left by traditional heads-up solvers in multiway pots, providing players with more accurate GTO strategy references.
Texas Poker Documentary Will Reveal Why Poker Is Important and Legal
A new documentary about Texas poker culture is coming soon, exploring poker's important status and legal background in the state. The film will demonstrate the legality of poker as a game of skill rather than gambling, and delve into the community's love for poker.
Card Player Releases 2026 Best Offshore Poker Sites Recommendations
Renowned poker media Card Player has released a 2026 recommended list of the best offshore online poker sites, providing players with safe and reliable offshore poker options. Offshore poker sites are typically not regulated by the US but offer a more relaxed gaming environment and cryptocurrency payments.
Yuri Dzivielevski Dominates WSOP $100K High Roller, Wins Sixth Bracelet
In Event 36 of WSOP 2026, Brazilian star Yuri Dzivielevski dominated the $100,000 buy-in high roller tournament, winning the title and his sixth WSOP bracelet.
Former NBA Player Damon Jones Pleads Guilty to Wire Fraud in $10M Betting and Poker Scheme
Former NBA player Damon Jones recently pleaded guilty to wire fraud involving approximately $10 million in a scheme related to sports betting and poker games. According to US media reports, Jones admitted to his involvement.
How Social Media Turns Online Poker Players into Personal Brands
Social media is reshaping the online poker industry, as players build personal brands through live streaming, content creation, and community interaction, transforming from players to influencers. This article explores the drivers, success factors, and future impact of this trend.
GTO Strategy Launches Poker Training Platform Integrating Solver, AI, and Competitive Play
GTO Strategy releases a new poker training platform that combines GTO solver, artificial intelligence, and real-time play, aiming to provide players with an all-in-one training experience from theory to practice.
India's New Online Gaming Laws: Fantasy Sports, Poker, and Rummy Apps Face Nationwide Ban, What Lies Ahead for Players and Companies?
The Indian government has enacted new online gaming regulations requiring all gaming apps to register in India and meet skill game standards, or face a ban. Poker and rummy, being controversial, are placed in high-risk categories, impacting player fund safety and company operational models.
Chinese Player Ren Lin Disqualified from Live Poker Tournament for Assisting Others at Online Final Table
Well-known Chinese poker player Ren Lin was disqualified from a live poker tournament for assisting other players during the final table of an online event. Tournament organizers determined that this action violated fair play rules.
WSOP Europe 2026 moves to Prague, new dates cause player dissatisfaction
According to media reports, WSOP Europe 2026 will be held in Prague, the capital of the Czech Republic, while the originally scheduled dates have been adjusted. This change has caused dissatisfaction among some players, mainly because the new dates may conflict with other major events, making travel arrangements difficult.
Colorado 2026 Online Poker Latest Regulations - Card Player
Card Player releases a report detailing the progress of Colorado's 2026 online poker regulations. Currently, the state only allows online sports betting, poker remains in a gray area, but new proposals are expected to bring poker under regulation.
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.