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Season 4 Episode 25: More Than Just a Card Game – Latest Teaser from Ante Up Magazine Podcast

New episode of Ante Up Magazine Podcast: Hosts share anecdotes from a cruise poker trip, recap the latest WSOP updates, discuss a table rule controversy about a short all-in, and bring a hand analysis from a $2/$5 cash game.

2026 WSOP controversy: Dealer calls hand dead, then allows opponent to call

During the bubble of 2026 WSOP Event 62, Patrick Leonard shoved on the river. After his opponent thought for a long time past the time limit, the dealer called the hand dead, but the opponent then said 'call.' A second dealer intervened and allowed the call. Leonard lost the pot, sparking intense criticism of the dealer's standards in the poker community.

WSOP Player Disqualified for Smoking at Table

A WSOP player was disqualified for smoking at the table, sparking discussion about tournament rules. WSOP explicitly prohibits smoking at tables, and violators will be penalized.

Jon Orlando Violates WSOP Table Talk Rules? Pokerfuse Report Sparks Discussion

According to a Pokerfuse report, Jon Orlando's actions at WSOP have sparked controversy over whether he violated Table Talk rules. This article analyzes WSOP's relevant rules and the focus of the dispute.

WSOP High Roller: Deep Stack Double-Up Celebration Turns Tragic

In the deep stack phase of a WSOP high roller event, a player doubles up with a strong hand, gets emotional, stands up to celebrate, not realizing the opponent is still thinking. The dealer rules it a violation, the chips are taken back, and the player loses the game due to this impulsive action.

Texas Hold'em Introduction and Core Rules Explained

This article briefly introduces the basic gameplay and core rules of Texas Hold'em, including hand rankings, betting rounds, community cards and hand combinations, suitable for beginners to get started quickly.

Texas Hold'em Beginner's Guide: Learn to Play Step by Step

This article details the basic rules and steps of Texas Hold'em, from setting up the table, blinds, dealing, action options to each betting round, helping beginners get started quickly. Suitable for zero-experience players to have fun with friends.

Texas Hold'em Split Pot Explained: When to Split the Pot?

Split Pot is when a hand ends in a tie in Texas Hold'em and the pot must be split evenly. This article uses 5 typical hand examples to demonstrate how to determine ties in situations like straight flushes, full houses, two pairs, etc., and includes a funny story about a dealer's mistake.

Button Straddle Rule Debate: Action Starts from SB or UTG?

In WSOP cash games, the button straddle rule where action starts from the small blind has sparked player discussion. Supporters argue starting from UTG is fairer, reducing additional penalties on the blind positions; opponents believe starting from SB increases game dynamics. This article outlines the arguments for both sides.