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Blom Beats Cates In PokerStars SuperStar Showdown 3

Tuesday, 1 February, 2011

The third installment of the PokerStars SuperStar Showdown took place on Sunday, with Daniel Cates the latest high stakes poker player to challenge the recently unmasked “Isildur1″.

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High Stakes Poker – Gus Hansen Losing $550k

Friday, 14 May, 2010

There has been no shortage of high stakes poker action on the internet in the last week or so, with Gus Hansen having more swings than the average playground.

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High Stakes Poker – Hansen and Negreanu

Wednesday, 14 April, 2010

High Stakes PokerWhen it comes to poker tournaments, Gus Hansen is one of the world’s most feared players, particularly at No Limit Hold’em. In recent years though, he has really struggled with online high stakes cash games. He ended 2009 almost $6 million down and is regarded by many in the poker community as something of a high stakes fish.

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Andreas Hoivold Signs With Poker Royalty

Sunday, 21 March, 2010

Poker Royalty recently announced the signing of Norwegian poker pro Andreas Hoivold for worldwide management and marketing representation across all major platforms, including sponsorship, licensing, and speaking appearances.

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Nosebleed Online Games Continue

Sunday, 14 March, 2010

Followers of the unknown Scandinavian poker player “Isildur1” and the high stakes online poker games have been treated to a real rollercoaster ride this past week, with bankrolls fluctuating wildly and monster pots moving in all directions.

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High Stakes Poker Update: Tom Dwan and Isildur1

Wednesday, 10 March, 2010

The past few days have brought plenty of high stakes poker action, particularly on Full Tilt Poker where, as is fast becoming the norm, everybody seemed to want a piece of the anonymous Scandinavian “Isildur1”.

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    Online Poker Tells
    A “tell” is a sign that gives away a players’ hand or strategy. It may indicate that a poker player holds a good hand, a poor hand or he is bluffing, and in live play can be determined by finger tapping or shuffling in the seat, or by some distinguishable action that attracts your attention. When playing poker online, physical actions are not discernable, so it is important to identify when a player is telling you something that you need to take notice of.

    Playing the Ace Rag
    The majority of novice poker players hold on to too many unprofitable hands, one of the most common being the “rag ace”. The exact definition of “rag ace” can be argued over, but essentially, it is an ace with a weak kicker, usually Ace-Ten or lower.

    Playing Against a Pre-Flop Raise
    You’re playing No Limit Texas Hold’em and you’re dealt a premium hand. A player in front of you opens with a raise. It’s a great feeling, but it’s just as important to play this situation correctly as it is to fold a poor hand or to call when the pot odds are right, if you are to build a bankroll and be a winning poker player in the long term. So what needs to be considered to ensure the hand is played optimally?

    Guide to Asian Handicap Betting
    As the name suggests, Asian Handicap odds originated in Asia, where they were seen as a way to create viable betting opportunities on events that may otherwise have been too one-sided to offer sufficient betting options, and also as a mechanism to remove a draw, or tie, from the list of possible outcomes. Asian handicap odds can be a lucrative opportunity for the serious bettor so read on to find out what it's all about!

    Betfair 'Cash Out' Goes Mobile
    Betfair have extended their hugely popular ‘Cash Out’ feature, and made it available via their mobile betting offerings. Read on to find out more.

    Betting Exchange Odds Comparison
    Shrewd bettors will always consult an odds comparison service before striking a bet on their fancies. Betting Exchanges however, cloudy the waters somewhat. Traditional bookmakers can easily be compared against one another, but comparing Betting exchange prices to those offered by traditional bookmakers is not always clear cut. Read on to find out why, and what can be done about it.

    Who's the Best Poker Player in the World?
    Trying to establish the best poker player in the world is a tough task, with so many factors to consider. Even when looking at more specific areas, let’s take the best tournament player in the world as an example, there is still much cause for debate.
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