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Mathematics is a vital part of poker. Still, on it own, mathematics won't bring you much success. For a long and profitable poker journey, players need to build a strong…

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MPP|EAPT Grand Final Cyprus – Brandon Sheils Grabs Two $10K Packages!

In the competitive world of poker, the Mediterranean Poker Party (MPP) and the EAPT series are set to converge in the first week of May, drawing countless players to the…

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Crandell Addington: A WSOP Pioneer’s Story

Crandell Addington, born on June 2, 1938 in Graham, Texas, remains a seminal figure in the world of poker. This detailed exploration covers his journey from the early days at…

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Sykora Wins 38th Banco Masters, Tana Delle Tigri off to a Good Start

The Banco Masters Edition #38 crowned its winner, Cristian Sykora. The Austrian player defeated a field of 1,388 entries to add a significant amount of €36,370 to his bankroll. A…

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Spot the Poker Pro: Cameos in Film, TV, and Music Videos

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Counter-Strike Champ Griffin Benger Wins Millions at Online Poker

Griffin “Flush_Entity” Benger has won millions playing online poker but before he pocketed his first dollar, he was already used to spending long days grinding in front of a computer.…

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September 21, 2008 | PokerListings Team

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