by Stephen A. Murphy | Published: Mar 19, '10

For the second consecutive year, ESPN’s final-table coverage of the World Series of Poker main event has been nominated for a Sports Emmy by the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences. Just like last year, it is up for the award for “Outstanding Live Event Turnaround.” In 2008, in an effort to energize and […]

by Erik Fast | Published: Sep 15, '26

The 2026 WPT World Championship schedule at Wynn Las Vegas has been revealed, with $20 million in guarantees from Nov. 27-Dec.21.

by Sean Chaffin | Published: Sep 15, '26

University Of Nebraska football alumni formed Save Nebraska Sports to fight against the online sports betting ballot initiatives.

by Sean Chaffin | Published: Sep 12, '26

Springfield, Massachusetts, has filed a lawsuit against MGM Springfield casino, claiming the property hasn't met its host requirements.

by Sean Chaffin | Published: Sep 11, '26

U.S. Rep. Kevin Kiley wants officials to investigate offshore sportsbooks that allowed wagering on the Little League World Series.

by Tim Fiorvanti | Published: Mar 18, '26

Yuri Dzivielevski completed one of the most incredible streaks in mixed game tournament history with a victory in the $100,000 buy-in Super High Roller Bowl Mixed Games. The 34-year-old secured the $1.3 million first-place prize to cap off a stretch in which, in rapid succession, he won a $15,000 event and finished second twice on […]

by Tim Fiorvanti | Published: Mar 18, '26

On Dec. 12, Card Player columnist and high-stakes tournament pro Sam Greenwood posted to Twitter/X, asking who were the next breakout players on the circuit. “When people list the best poker players in the world, the players who are picked are players [that are already] running hot. I want people to call their shot. Who […]

by Alex Fitzgerald | Published: Mar 18, '26

Get a FREE training package at PokerHeadRush.com. Even the most skilled players can find their performance undermined not by lack of ability, but by hidden patterns in their own thinking. Understanding the psychological traps that quietly sabotage decision-making is often the missing key to unlocking consistent success. ‘This Is The Best Hand I’ve Had In […]

by Sean Chaffin | Published: Mar 04, '26

Coney Island serves as Joey Chestnut’s home court every summer. The Indiana native spends Independence Day at the Brooklyn amusement park as the favorite in the annual Nathan’s Famous International Hot Dog Eating Contest. Last year, he downed 70.5 hot dogs and buns in a 10-minute span. It was short of the record of 76 […]

by Tim Fiorvanti | Published: Mar 04, '26

The return of the National Heads-Up Poker Championship represents the resumption of one of the most recognizable events in the history of the game. The 64-player heads-up championship debuted in 2005, pitting the best players against celebrities, athletes and wealthy enthusiasts. Phil Hellmuth won the inaugural edition of the tournament, which aired on NBC. The […]