Author: Rahul
Live poker in Southeast Asia has seen a surge in popularity over the last few years. Attendance has skyrocketed post-pandemic, and while regulatory challenges remain in some countries, the overall trend is clearly on the rise. South Korea is one of the few countries in the region where residents are only permitted to gamble in a single local casino, meaning most poker events see few Korean players unless they hold dual citizenship. For the most part, however, international events here have drawn participants from outside the country, with a significant representation from China. Super Cup Seoul 2024: A Unique Mind…
The latest stop of the 2024 Moneymaker Tour wrapped up at the Palm Beach Kennel Club in Florida, where poker pro Art Peacock clinched his second Moneymaker Tour Main Event title of the year. Facing a field of 310 entries, Peacock emerged on top, adding this win to his previous July victory at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas, where he took home $358,000. This latest win also marks his third Moneymaker trophy, pushing his total live tournament earnings to an impressive $1,436,394. The Palm Beach $1,100 Buy-in NLH Main Event, the 19th event in the 2024 Moneymaker Tour series,…
PHU QUOC, VIETNAM, November 8, 2024 – Chinese poker pro Mingcong Chen celebrated his first-ever APT title in style by taking down Event #3, the Single Day High Roller – Freezeout. This victory is a big milestone for Chen, who has already amassed over $400,000 in live tournament winnings. After a hard-fought battle against 30 other contenders, Chen walked away with a hefty VND 484,520,000 (around $19,075). In a showdown of talent, fellow Chinese player Yankai Zhang came close, grabbing the runner-up spot and a solid VND 333,920,000 High Roller Freezeout Final Table Results: PlacePlayerCountryPrize1stMingcong ChenChinaVND 484,520,0002ndYankai ZhangChinaVND 333,920,0003rdDylan Wayne…
Pieter Aerts emerged victorious in the $100,000 buy-in, eight-max no-limit hold’em event at the Triton Super High Roller Poker Series, held at Sporting Monte-Carlo. With this win, the Belgian poker pro not only pocketed $2.2 million but also saw his career earnings soar to over $7.3 million—marking his fourth major tournament win. Reflecting on his challenging day, Aerts commented, “It was definitely really long. We made a deal four-handed, which shifted the dynamic. I was down to five big blinds at one point, but I fought back. That’s how it goes sometimes.” Despite early setbacks in the series, Aerts emphasized…
On November 6, Stephen Song added another impressive title to his poker career with a win in the $25,000 high roller event at the North American Poker Tour in Las Vegas. With this victory, Song not only claimed $439,400 in prize money but also brought his career earnings to an impressive $8.7 million. This victory marks Song’s 14th tournament title, following his recent win at the European Poker Tour Barcelona main event in September, where he took home a massive $1.4 million. “It feels really good to win a tournament,” Song said afterward. “It was a tough field too—had to…
Online poker players have something new to get excited about—CoinPoker is set to launch its first-ever Meme Millions tournament series from November 17-24. This festival promises $1 million in guaranteed prize money and an extra $30,000 in meme coin airdrops for randomly selected participants. What to Expect in the Meme Millions Tournament Series CoinPoker’s Meme Millions includes a mix of 13 main events and 23 side events, with buy-ins ranging from as low as $1 to as high as $5,000 for high rollers. The series is open to players worldwide, welcoming everyone to experience the tournament lineup. How to Win…
MPL Poker, a leading name in the online poker scene in India, continues to attract a loyal following with its exciting promotions and user-friendly platform. One of the standout features of MPL Poker is its flagship promotion, the Cash Bash. Taking place weekly, this promotion offers a massive ₹3.5 Crore prize pool and up to 70% rakeback. But beyond the immediate rewards, the Cash Bash serves as a valuable opportunity for players to enhance their skills, build long-term success, and grow as poker players. Weekly Competition: Fueling Continuous Growth A major aspect of the MPL Poker Cash Bash is its…
From October 25 to November 5, 2024, the first-ever TMT Championship captivated poker fans at the Asia Poker Arena in Taipei City, Taiwan. With 31 winners crowned, Chiehchi Liu’s thrilling triumph at the Main Event earned him widespread recognition. On the same day, Anton Lu made headlines as the only player to secure two titles at the series. TMT 17 Announced for January 2025 with a $1M Guaranteed Main Event Following the success of the TMT Championship, the next Taiwan Millions Tournament (TMT 17) is set to run from January 12 to 20, 2025. It promises an even grander Main…
Sheila Stimson’s week? Absolutely unforgettable! She just took down the Women’s Event at the PokerStars North American Poker Tour (NAPT) in Vegas, walking away with $11,380—her biggest cash yet. And as if that wasn’t exciting enough, she also won a package to the PokerStars Women’s Winter Festival in London. Talk about a win! But for Sheila Stimson, this wasn’t just about the money. It’s proof that all the work she’s put in is paying off, and that women can make serious waves in the poker world. Her victory sends a strong message to women all over the U.S. who are…
The World Poker Tour (WPT) has officially joined forces with PokerBaazi, India’s leading online poker platform, marking a pivotal moment for poker enthusiasts across the country. This strategic alliance is set to introduce the renowned WPT experience to Indian players, offering direct access to world-class events and a path to compete on a global scale. What the WPT and PokerBaazi Partnership Means for Indian Players For poker fans in India, the WPT-PokerBaazi partnership is nothing short of a game-changer. Thanks to this collaboration, players on PokerBaazi will be able to participate in exclusive WPT tournaments without leaving the country. Even…