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I've spent years at the tables — cash and tournaments — and just as long shaping poker copy behind the scenes: room reviews, bonus fine print, tournament notes. At PokerInsider I write the way I wish more sites would: clear structure, honest trade-offs, no hype. Whether you're new or already grinding, I care about what the offer actually costs you — rake, variance, and the fine print — and I treat responsible play as part of the job, not a footnote.
Maks 'Decay' Lykov made history by becoming the first Russian to win the EPT Kyiv tournament, defeating Alexander Dovzhenko in a thrilling final. Lykov's victory secured him a prize of €330,000.
PokerStars is set to launch a new TV show, PokerStars Million Dollar Challenge, with a unique format and exciting features. The show will air on Fox, with the first episode scheduled for October 11.
The European Poker Tour (EPT) hosted a live video broadcast from Kyiv, featuring insights from top poker professionals.
Bryan 'sbrugby' Townsend looks back on a challenging year in poker and shares his plans to diversify his game. He has set ambitious goals and is already seeing success in mixed games.
Phil Ivey, a renowned poker player, shared his thoughts on various poker topics in a chat archive. He discussed his favorite hands, music preferences, and even his bluffing strategy.
A Russian poker player shares his journey from a modest bankroll to significant tournament wins, all thanks to the GipsyTeam website. He also reveals his excitement about his first trip abroad to Prague.
Leks Feldhus' aggressive play and behavior during the WSOP 2009 main event sparked controversy and discussion among poker players.
Phil Ivey and Barry Greenstein had a phone conversation where Ivey admitted his poker obsession. Meanwhile, Doyle Brunson posed two intriguing questions on Twitter.
ESPN has signed a new seven-year deal with WSOP, ensuring the World Series of Poker will remain on air through 2018. Despite an 8% drop in ratings this year, the network is committed to broadcasting the popular poker event.
Tom Dwan reflects on his poker career, sharing insights on his future plans and the importance of understanding opponents. He also mentions players he learns from, including Phil Ivey and Patrik Antonius.