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In what might be viewed as a slight upset, the United Kingdom’s Sam Trickett was voted Player of the Year at the 2012 European Poker Awards over poker Triple Crown winner and countryman Jake Cody during awards ceremonies held last night. The 2012 EPAs, held at the famous Aviation Club de Paris in France, honored… Read more »
A recent raid on what law enforcement officials in Illinois called a “pay to play” poker game in Illinois demonstrates the divisiveness of the “home game” issue and the activity of law enforcement investigating the supposed illegal enterprise. In an article in the Champaign-Urbana News-Gazette written by Mary Schenk, the full details are given on… Read more »
The nominees for the 2012 European Poker Awards have been announced, with two British professionals and a World Champion – Jake Cody, Sam Trickett and Pius Heinz – earning nominations in two of the most prestigious categories. The 2012 EPAs, which will be held at the Aviation Club de Paris on January 25, recognize excellence… Read more »
In a Canadian court yesterday, three of the four defendants in the Jonathan Duhamel robbery had their day before the judge as evidence of their complicity in the crime was detailed. During a bail hearing in Longueuil, Quebec yesterday, the three defendants – Bianca Rojas Latraverse (allegedly the former girlfriend of Duhamel), John Stephan Clark… Read more »
After half a day of humorous internet rumors and misunderstanding, European Poker Tour (EPT) founder John Duthie confirmed Monday morning that his time as a PokerStars pro has come to an end. Word of the Duthie/Stars split came out on the Two Plus Two poker forums Sunday afternoon, but people wanted to know why the… Read more »
One of the most respected online poker teachers and players in the game today, Dusty “Leatherass” Schmidt, announced on his blog yesterday that he will be returning to his first love, golf, and reduce his poker activities in the coming year. In an extensive blog post on his website, dustyschmidt.net, the Bluefire Poker instructor walked… Read more »
As the world prepares to usher in a New Year in just a couple of days, I find myself reflecting on the past year in the world of poker. For many, especially in the United States, it has been a tumultuous 2011, but there is some hope on the horizon. In looking back at the… Read more »
After a week of investigation, four people have been arrested in connection with the attack on 2010 World Series of Poker Championship Event winner Jonathan Duhamel last week, where the former World Champion was tied up, beaten and property and money was stolen from him. According to CBC News, one of the people involved in… Read more »
It’s the end of the year, so that means it’s list time! 2011 was by far one of the most interesting years in poker history, though it was unfortunately for mostly the wrong reasons. Today, we’re going to take a look at the year’s top ten surprises in the world of poker. They weren’t necessarily… Read more »
Three young men were indicted by a Tompkins County grand jury last week for robbing a private poker game in Ithaca, New York. Eric R. Cruz, 23, Robert J. Johnson Jr., 26, and Antonio C.J. Padin, 25 are charged with Robbery in the First Degree, Robbery in the Second Degree, Burglary in the Second Degree,… Read more »
The 2011 tournament poker season has come to a close, but the argument as to who is the Player of the Year rages on, with several organizations rankings’ crowning different players as the top poker player for the season. At Bluff Magazine, a player’s best ten finishes (in relation to buy in and field size)… Read more »
According to a statement on his personal blog, 2010 World Series of Poker Championship Event winner Jonathan Duhamel is physically well after a home invasion and beating, but prized pieces of his personal poker treasures were taken during the robbery. In the post, Jonathan admits that he feels “happy to be alive” after the incident… Read more »
According to reports coming from Canadian authorities and newspapers, 2010 World Series of Poker Championship Event winner Jonathan Duhamel was allegedly the target of a home invasion and assault on Wednesday morning. Many of the major Canadian newspapers, including the Montreal Gazette, the Toronto Globe and Mail and the National Post, reported that a residence… Read more »
Legendary online poker grinder Randy “nanonoko” Lew will attempt to become a Guinness World Record holder this coming January at the PokerStars Caribbean Adventure. There is one catch though: he has no idea what record he is going to try to set. And that’s where the poker community comes in. A PokerStars VIP Manager going… Read more »
The Tropicana Las Vegas has announced that 2006 World Series of Poker (WSOP) Main Event champion Jamie Gold has been named the casino’s Poker Spokesperson and Ambassador. Additionally, the Tropicana’s redesigned poker room will be named “The Jamie Gold Poker Room.” “The ownership and management of the new Tropicana, as well as Jamie, have an… Read more »
It was announced earlier this week that the crème of the European poker community will descend on the Aviation Club de France in January for the eleventh installment of the European Poker Awards. The Aviation Club, one of the top poker destinations in the world, will serve as host of the awards ceremony on January… Read more »
Rumors were abuzz yesterday about the possibility of the social networking behemoth Facebook entering into the online poker arena, but it may be that was the extent of the issue…simply rumors. According to the popular blog “Friending Facebook” written by Emil Protalinski on ZDNet.com, Facebook has been rumored to be in discussions with several outlets… Read more »
One of the most well respected poker clubs in London has had its license revoked. Why? For being one of the most well respected poker clubs in London. The Hackney Gazette reported Tuesday that The International Private Members Club, located on East Road, has had its license revoked by the Hackney Council. The reason: too… Read more »
Phil Ivey has been widely considered the best poker player in the world for years. He has won almost $14 million on the live tournament circuit, countless more millions in the highest stakes games both live and online, and owns eight World Series of Poker bracelets. His stoicism at the tables is intimidating, his skill… Read more »
The game of poker is used by people for many things. For many, it is the way they make their living. For some, it is a way to pass the time with friends. Over the next week in New York City, however, the game of poker will be used for something else…as social commentary. Articles… Read more »
A recent article in the Wall Street Journal focuses on the efforts of one of poker’s most respected authors, Anthony Holden, as he attempts to change the public’s perspective on the game of poker. Holden, who wrote the seminal poker book “Big Deal: A Year As A Professional Poker Player” and its follow-up “Bigger Deal,”… Read more »
After tabulation of the voting by the eighteen living members of the Poker Hall of Fame and seventeen poker media representatives, World Series of Poker officials announced on Thursday that two venerable members of the poker community, poker champion Barry Greenstein and poker entrepreneur/player Linda Johnson, will be enshrined in the Poker Hall of Fame… Read more »
According to a report from Syracuse.com, poker professional Al Krux and his son, Adam, were arrested on Wednesday and charged with felony marijuana possession after a raid on their homes and vehicles by authorities. Acting on tips provided to them by neighbors reporting “suspicious activity,” DeWitt, NY, law enforcement officials, with the assistance of several… Read more »
Less than a month from now, the World Series of Poker Championship Event “November Nine” will play out in front of a packed Penn & Teller Theater at the Rio in Las Vegas. Over the past few years, the “November Nine” has also been the moment that the new additions to the Poker Hall of… Read more »
While the World Series of Poker Europe continues in its city, details are emerging as to a card marking scandal that has occurred in a Cannes casino. Fox News and Expatica.com are reporting about the scandal, which involved the usage of infrared ink marked cards that were allegedly used at the Les Princes Casino in… Read more »
