Phil Hellmuth to Skip 2025 World Series of Poker Main Event Phil Hellmuth has announced that he no longer has the stamina to compete in the WSOP Main Event and will be skipping the tournament this year.

Phil Hellmuth has announced that he no longer has the stamina to compete in the WSOP Main Event and will be skipping the tournament this year. At the age of 60 — not that advanced compared to many players — Hellmuth says he just can’t cope with the long days and is calling for changes to be made as the current format “disproportionately affects older players.” I am not playing the @WSOP Main Event.

Tom Goldstein’s Crypto Gamble Lands Him Behind Bars Poker playing lawyer Tom Goldstein is in jail after his pre-trial bail was revoked following the discovery of two undeclared cryptocurrency accounts.

Poker playing lawyer Tom Goldstein is in jail after his pre-trial bail was revoked following the discovery of two undeclared cryptocurrency accounts. Tom Goldstein – Photo Credit: Danny MaxwellGoldstein previously pleaded not guilty to 22 charges related to tax evasion and was awaiting trial, apparently confident that the case would be found to have been a misunderstanding. But the rails have come off of his defence following the discovery of millions of dollars worth of crypto transactions, violating his bail conditions.

Tournament legend “Miami” John Cernuto Passes Away at 81 Legendary poker pro Miami John Cernuto has died aged 81 of colon cancer. Cernuto passed away at home in Las Vegas with his family by his side.

John Cernuto, known as “Miami John” and the record holder of tournament cashes has died aged 81 of colon cancer. Cernuto passed away at home in Las Vegas with his family by his side. News that the 3-time WSOP bracelet winner had entered hospice care at home broke earlier this week, long-time friend actor James Woods taking to Twitter with the news. Miami John’s son has asked me to speak to his friends in the poker community about his condition.

Chris Moneymaker Claims Mike Postle ACR allegations “10000000% false” Chris Moneymaker has called allegations that ACR pros were told not to publicly support infamous cheat Mike Postle “comical” and “10000000 false”

Chris Moneymaker has stepped up to refute allegations that Americas CardRoom pros were told not to publicly support infamous cheat Mike Postle. Moneymaker called the claims “comical” and “10,000,000 false”. Chris Moneymaker Postle was at the centre of arguably the biggest live cheating scandal of the century, perhaps ever, when he was suspected of using hidden technology during Stones Gambling Hall livestreamed cash games in 2019. His biggest, almost only, supporter throughout a lengthy poker community-led investigation (and subsequent claims, counterclaims and lawsuits) was a former employer of Postle, Evert Caldwell.

Daniel Negreanu Described as “cruel” and “a monster” after Gaza Joke Daniel Negreanu’s latest outrageous post on Twitter about running a highstakes poker series called “Gaza Gazillions” in Palestine has incensed fellow players.

Daniel Negreanu’s latest outrageous post on Twitter about running a highstakes poker series called “Gaza Gazillions” in Palestine has incensed fellow players. Daniel Negreanu (courtesy of PokerGO) Irish pro and long-standing critic of Negreanu, David K Lappin was quick to highlight Negreanu’s “cruelty”… Cruel, but totally on brand from a man who delights in callousness and the deaths of tens of thousands and the suffering of millions. No shame. pic.twitter.com/yHlG3r1iFk

ACR and Pads Poker Declare Nacho Barbero Innocent of RTA Both Americas Cardroom and Patrick Leonard have found Nacho Barbero “not guilty” of using RTA-help during a recent online tournament.

Both Americas Cardroom and Patrick Leonard have found Nacho Barbero “not guilty” of using RTA-help during a recent online tournament. Nacho plays more like a malfunctioned bot than a gto guy checking hands. I remember the old bots who would be programmed to fold to min 3bs and you could min 3b them from the bb and get 60% folds 🙂 https://t.co/omQeYGLNIMpic.twitter.com/o2QdZHv40x — Patrick Leonard 🫡 (@padspoker) February 3, 2025

Gal Yifrach Indicted Again for Continuing Illegal Gambling Operation Gal Yifrach is up against a superseding indictment following claims by federal investigators that he continued his activities for more than one year after the first indictment.

Gal Yifrach is up against a superseding indictment following claims by federal investigators that he continued his activities for more than one year after the first indictment. The second indictment was filed by a grand jury in the United States District Court Eastern District of California on January 16, 2025, with two key additions from the original. Gal Yifrach Gal Yifrach Facing Serious Prison Time All the way back in March 2022, Gal Yifrach, a WSOP bracelet winner, hit the poker headlines after being indicted for running an illegal gambling business and conspiracy to commit money laundering.

Dan Bilzerian Spills the Beans on Indicted Lawyer Dan Bilzerian has given his take on his relationship with indicted lawyer Tom Golstein revealing that the pair played in high-stakes private games together.

Dan Bilzerian has given his take on his relationship with indicted lawyer Tom Golstein, revealing that the pair played in high-stakes private games together. Dan BilzerianDan Bilzerian’s back story to his own poker career is that he made his fortune by playing against ultra-wealthy opponents in some of these games. What we didn’t know, until very recently, is that Tom Goldstein was another regular participant at the same tables, as revealed in Bilzerian’s book The Setup.

Leon Tsoukernik Wakes from Coma Remains in Critical Condition Leon Tsoukernik has reportedly regained consciousness following a suspected drug overdose. Doctors say his recovery is far from done.

Leon Tsoukernik has reportedly regained consciousness following a suspected drug overdose. Doctors say his recovery is far from done. The 51-year-old high-stakes poker player was rushed to hospital in a critical condition on Monday following his collapse at home in Chodová Planá, Czechia. It was reported that the former casino owner had overdosed on a drug called propofol — the same powerful anesthetic that was responsible for the death of pop star Michael Jackson.

Antonio Esfandiari Returns to Poker with a Bang Antonio Esfandiari is back playing poker again after an extended break from the game making his return on High Stakes Poker with a spectacular hand.

Antonio Esfandiari is back playing poker again after an extended break from the game, making his return on PokerGO’s No Gamble, No Future with a spectacular hand. Antonio EsfandiariThe American has long been a prominent figure in the community and has had a storied career marked by significant achievements, including his $18,346,673 prize from the 2012 Big One for One Drop. Esfandiari has captivated audiences for many years and we expect fans will be pushing hard to convince him to make his return a full-time move.

Alleged Poker Cheat Arrested Fleeing US to Colombia One of the men accused of being part of a high stakes private poker games cheating gang has been arrested while trying to flee to Colombia.

One of the men accused of being part of a high stakes private poker games cheating gang has been arrested while trying to flee to Colombia. Shane Hennen is believed to have been trying to evade authorities investigating the Jontay Porter NBA stat-shaving scheme. Shane Hennen (circled) The latest twist in the multi-pronged saga saw Hennen arrested by police at Harry Reid International Airport in Las Vegas on Sunday morning.

Best Poker Hands of 2024 Every year we are inundated with a collection of special hands from the poker calendar. Each one is special in its own right for its own reasons.

Every year we are inundated with a collection of special hands from the poker calendar. Each one is special in its own right for its own reasons. Everyone has their own opinions on this, but our choices below were certainly amazing to witness. Adrian MateosPoker Hand Strengths Explained by VIP-Grinders Adrian Mateos Ends 2024 WSOP Main Event Run to Horrific Bad Beat This first hand hit Spanish poker legend Adrian Mateos for six, only minutes after he correctly hero-folded pocket kings against the aces of Will Berry on a queen-high board.

Top 3 Poker Prop Bets in 2024 Poker player prop bets are something we can guarantee every year from the relatively sane to the craziest wagers you can dream up.

Poker player prop bets are something we can guarantee every year, from the relatively sane to the craziest wager you can dream up. This year has seen some remarkable wagers that have captured the attention of both fans and fellow players alike. Here are the top three prop bets that stand out in 2024. Landon Tice vs. Jeremy Becker – The Ultimate WSOP Crossbook Bet In a clash of poker philosophies, young stars Landon Tice and Jeremy Becker entered into a high-stakes prop bet that promised to add an extra dimension for the watching fans during the 2024 World Series of Poker.

Daniel Negreanu Poker Rule Changes Aim to Stop Cheating Daniel Negreanu has suggested some rule changes that he believes would protect against cheats and angleshooters

Daniel Negreanu has suggested some rule changes that he believes would not only improve player/viewer experience, but also protect against cheats and angleshooters… Negreanu has spent the last couple of weeks at GGPoker’s WSOP Paradise festival in the Bahamas, and although he didn’t do quite as well as he’d hoped for at the tables, he came away with some ideas. Poker rule changes I would vote for: 1. No face covering of any sort.

Mario Mosböck – From Pro Footballer to High-Stakes Poker Player Mario Mosböck and his rise from professional football player to high-stakes tournament crusher has been nothing short of outstanding.

Mario Mosböck is proving to be one of the new stars of the live poker scene. His rise from professional football player to high-stakes tournament crusher has been nothing short of outstanding. The 27-year-old Austrian seemingly appeared out of nowhere only a few years ago, and already he is mixing it with the best at the Triton Super High Roller Series, and with much success. But when you see what kind of training and support he had, you will understand.

Top 10 Craziest Prop Bets Made by Poker Players Poker is best known for its intense strategic battles but how many people realise that much of the betting that goes on in the community is actually away from the felt?

When somebody mentions poker, it often conjures up images of a pair of figures staring intently at each other across the table, usually wearing sunglasses, trying to intimidate each other. What outsiders don’t think about is that these figures generally love gambling in many different forms, and as they go about their daily lives they will come up with the most bizarre, unthinkable wagers. These prop bets mostly aim at challenging not just skill but endurance, creativity, and sometimes sanity.

WSOP poker depression for Brazilian pro Fernando Macedo as language barrier costs him dearly Not speaking English isnt usually a problem in the cardrooms of Las Vegas but for Fernando Macedo it cost him 8 hours and a $500 buy-in.

No habla Inglés? Not speaking English isn’t usually a problem in the cardrooms of Las Vegas, but for Brazilian pro Fernando Macedo, it cost him 8 hours and a $500 buy-in when he mistakenly thought the Casino Employees event was open to all! Fernando MacedoMacedo is far from new to the World Series of Poker, but this year he decided to kick things off early. Too early, however, as he entered event #2, the traditional Casino Employees event, thinking the word “employees” meant “some sort of king”.

Legendary Nirvana producer and WSOP bracelet winner Steve Albini dies aged 61 Steve Albini double WSOP bracelet winner and the man behind In Utero Nirvanas final album has died of a heart attack aged 61.

The music and poker world were both in mourning today after news that Steve Albini, double WSOP bracelet winner and the man behind In Utero, Nirvana’s final album, has died of a heart attack, aged 61. Albini was not only known for his amazing behind-the-scenes sound abilities for Nirvana, PJ Harvey, and The Pixies, but was also a musician in his own right, forming Big Black in the early 80s and Shellac a decade later.

Tony G Says Poker Should Be Taught in Schools Alongside Chess Poker legend Tony G has come out and said that poker should be taught in schools alongside chess as it makes you think.

Poker legend Tony G has come out and said that poker should be taught in schools alongside chess. While most parents would be happy to see their children learning a game like chess, poker isn’t usually a pursuit that people associate with being suitable for children. Tony G is never shy about saying what he thinks at the poker table and many people will disagree with him on this, but think about it.

Cory Zeidman Facing Two Decades Behind Bars for Sports Betting Fraud WSOP bracelet winner Cory Zeidman has pleaded guilty to charges of conspiracy and wire fraud related to a large-scale sports betting fraud.

WSOP bracelet winner Cory Zeidman has pleaded guilty to charges of conspiracy and wire fraud related to a large-scale sports betting fraud scheme that reportedly defrauded clients out of approximately $25 million. Zeidman is well-known in the poker community, and is respected as a player, however, beneath this veneer of success lay a troubling involvement in large-scale fraud of the type that will likely see him shunned if he ever returns to our game.

PokerOK CEO Ivan Bryksin Declares War on Poker Stables The CEO of Russian poker skin PokerOK Ivan Bryksin has declared war on the stables that he feels are ruining the game for recreational players.

The CEO of Russian poker skin PokerOK, Ivan Bryksin, has declared war on the stables that he feels are ruining the game for recreational players. Bryksin stated this week that stables are “hands down, the greatest threat to the purity, integrity and equality of poker today”. Poker stables, or “funds” as they are sometimes referred to, back groups of players financially and often include a training school element, utilizing the latest techniques and technologies to improve their “horses” chances of winning.

Francesco Garofalo GGMillions DQ sees $1.1million refunded GGPoker have been praised for their anti-cheating measures after refunding $1.1million following the DQ of one of their biggest online event winners

GGPoker have been praised for their anti-cheating measures after refunding $1.1million following their disqualification of Francesco “forzaitalia” Garofalo from one of their biggest online events… The shock news was met with delight by English pro Patrick Leonard, who woke up to an unexpected six-figure bankroll boost… Wow just woke up to this. I think my biggest security refund previously was at most $2k. It’s a beautiful day to have a beautiful day I guess!

Venividi1993 Close to Winning $1000000 Bankroll Challenge on GGPoker Dirk Gerrits—AKA Venividi1993— is close to winning his $1000000 bankroll challenge after 20 long months to accumulate a profit of $838356.

Dirk Gerrits—AKA Venividi1993— is close to winning his $1,000,000 bankroll challenge after 20 long months of grinding to accumulate an impressive profit of $838,356. The PLO high-stakes master announced to his followers on X last year that he wanted to jump straight into another challenge after falling short in his Galfond Challenge match against Phil Galfond. The premise was simple: use a $66,641.88 bankroll to win $1,000,000. “$1,000,000 bankroll challenge”

Nik Airball Accused of Lying About the Source of His Wealth Nik Airball has been accused of being less than truthful about the source of his wealth in a recent interview.

Nik Airball has been accused of being less than truthful about the source of his wealth in a recent interview. The former Hustler Casino Live reg appeared on the poker scene out of nowhere a couple of years ago, playing high stakes against top-tier players. And since that time, the 28-year-old has been doggedly questioned about the source of his apparent wealth with few people believing any of his answers.