How Chris Moneymaker went through online satellites and won the WSOP 2003, what the "Moneymaker effect" changed, how he plays, and what he's doing now.
We break down 5 poker hands with rare mathematical probability: from quad aces against a Royal Flush at the WSOP to coolers on High Stakes Poker.
Winning $10,000,000 at the WSOP Main Event at age 22, or starting a revolution in online high stakes as a teenager? We've put together the top youngest champions in poker history.
In American sports there's a classic paradox named Bill Russell. The Boston Celtics center won 11 NBA championship rings, but skeptics kept insisting until his dying day that his offensive technique was flawed and his individual arsenal fell short of the new wave's leaders. In poker, this same paradox is embodied by Phil Hellmuth.
From the first illegal sessions with a fake ID to Triton 2026. We'll break down the playing style, financial standing, the inside story of the high-profile lawsuits, and practical takeaways for beginner poker players.
Go all-in with trash in hand and make your opponent doubt themselves? Easy. We break down 4 iconic bluffs in poker history where psychology earned players millions.
5 honest stories of how an ordinary school teacher, a chiropractor and an esports player changed their lives for poker. We break down their real journey, fears and earnings.
Remembering the biggest stars of Russian poker, from Ivan Demidov's historic deepran to the modern-day wins of Artur Martirosyan.
Poker stopped being a gentleman's game long ago. When millions are on the line, it's not just maths and precise calculation that come into play, but fists too. We've gathered five poker conflicts that ended in chaos.
Behind the scenes of the biggest arenas, many athletes carry their talents over to the poker table. Discover in this article why poker has become an extension of world champions' sporting mindset, and how their athletic skills help them read opponents.
How can poker change your life in a single moment? Honest stories of players that sound like ready-made scripts for TV series.
From Toronto's clubs to an eighth WSOP bracelet: how Kid Poker has kept his place among the strongest players for three decades.
How did an ordinary American student turn into a living legend of world poker and deservedly enter the Hall of Fame? We analyse the career of Jason Koon — holder of two WSOP bracelets, a record 12 Triton Poker titles, and a top-3 spot on the All Time Money List.
Alexander Kostritsyn's win in the H.O.R.S.E. event became the biggest story in the Russian-speaking community. In our report — an exclusive interview about the bracelet, high-stakes cash games, and the mindset of a high roller.
The final nine of the WSOP 2026 Main Event has been set. Today we're breaking down the stacks and backgrounds of the contenders for the world champion title.
The last week of the World Series in Las Vegas: the Main Event's final table nine, Hellmuth's drama, Kostritsyn's win, and the wrapping-up of the bracket in Las Vegas.
Week seven of the 2026 WSOP will go down in history, defined by record-breaking fields, Chris Moneymaker's bubble drama, crucial breakthrough victories, and the elimination of poker's biggest stars.
The historic race for the 2026 Poker Hall of Fame enters the home stretch. We break down the shortlist of the 8 final contenders.
Shaun Deeb broke his streak of three runner-up finishes and won his ninth WSOP bracelet. The curse is lifted, but the main battle is just beginning.
Week five of WSOP 2026 brought the finale of the series' most prestigious tournament, a historic breakthrough for women, and the largest field of the summer. Below is our traditional overview.
Adrián Mateos won his sixth WSOP bracelet at 31. We revisit the key hands, his journey from online, and his biggest career record.
The story of a former physics teacher from Japan who ran up from a single blind at the WSOP 2026 and took down two tournaments in one week.
90-year-old Perry Green rewrote WSOP 2026 history. We tell the story of the veteran's record and his legendary battle with Stu Ungar 45 years ago.
The main events of WSOP's opening week: first wins, unexpected eliminations, and oddities in our recap.
Together with FunFarm psychologist Tatyana Barchukova, we broke down how hidden self-esteem issues sink even strong regulars, and laid out a step-by-step protection plan for before, during, and after a session.
Professional player and author Alex Fitzgerald breaks down the five biggest mental mistakes that quietly destroy the results of even strong players. Psychologist Oleg Rivernats adds to the analysis — explaining why these traps spring shut and how to defuse them.
In our new article, we've gathered six poker documentaries that will help you see the game from a broader perspective. Pick an evening and get to know the game from a side you won't see at the tables.
Spinning up from $13,600 to $3.77 million in less than a month? The legendary Isildur1 reminded everyone of himself on the high-stakes scene again, producing the most spectacular run in online poker in years. We covered his journey in a fresh longread.
We've gathered seven striking examples of how poker karma restores justice and punishes brazen moves at the table.
