17 August 2009
Stop, Brammer Time!
82 players gathered at Nottingham’s Gala Casino for the latest leg of the Coral British Masters Of Poker Tour over the weekend and in the end it was Chris Brammer who took the honours.
Gus Hansen in Yet Another Ivey Prop Bet.
Gus Hansen has revealed in an intimate “Chat With the Pros” session at Full Tilt Poker that he has a significant sum of money at stake – in fact, should Phil Ivey win the Main Event then Gus will be pretty happy with a $1.1m payoff.
Borgata Poker Open Prize Pool – Guaranteed $2m
The World Poker Tour have defied their critics and a declining market share following a recent sale, boasting a $2,000,000 guaranteed prize pool for the $3,500 buy-in Borgata Poker Open – implying an expected turnout of over 1,200 players.
Redtooth Sign with Rileys
“For American Pool, English Pool or Snooker, think Rileys. With top quality tables at 129 clubs and the best in food and drink, you can be sure of great play and a warm welcome at the bar,” their website – truthfully – claims.
Bodo Sbrzesny joins team Party Poker
Team Party Poker has added a new name to its ranks in the form of German online ace Bobo Sbrzesny. The 29-year-old’s best live showing was his performance on TV show The Poker Den where he put up an excellent showing against the likes of Roland de Wolfe and Barny Boatman.
14 August 2009
David Sklansky Confronts Armed Robber
A string of burglaries in the Las Vegas Metro district has authorities worried, as some violent robberies have occurred in gated communities – including the house of poker pro and 'Theory of Poker' author David Sklansky.
Sami “LarsLuzak” Kelopuro Having Some Time Off.
Sami “LarsLuzak” Kelopuro is a Finnish regular on Full Tilt’s online high stakes games, playing with the likes of Phil Ivey and Tom Dwan on a regular basis. As you regularly read in our Online Poker News section, things can get just a teensy bit swingy up there in the nosebleeds.
The latest leg of British Masters Poker Tour starts today
The Gala Casino in Nottingham is the venue for the fourth leg of the Coral British Masters Poker Tour that starts today. The three-day festival starts with a £200+£20 No Limit Hold’em event at 6pm. Starting stacks are 7,500 with a 30-minute clock.
EPT London Schedule Released
Poker Stars has announced a very busy schedule for EPT London which takes place from 30th September to 7th October.
APT Invites “Poker Face” Star Lady Gaga
The APT is already a roaring success without using the credibility of other celebrities. Nevertheless, after the APT invited 14-time Olympic Gold Medal winning simmer Michael Phelps to the Asian Poker Tour Macau Festival they are now trying to court “Poker Face” singer Lady Gaga.