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The Art of Poker Storytelling

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The Art of Poker Storytelling

Have you ever found yourself at a poker table, feeling the intensity of the gaze of your opponents, sensing the weight of the chips, and smelling the faint hint of aged felt? If so, you know that poker isn’t just a game; it’s an experience. But how do top players share these incredible experiences, and […]

April 30, 20256 min Read
WSOP Toronto 2025 Main Event Update

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WSOP Toronto 2025 Main Event Update

When the event started, there were 2,139 entrants, 409 of whom qualified through GGPoker. Just 25 remained at the start of the final day, and eight were left after the dinner break; only one was from the field of GGPoker players. We had a chance during the dinner break to sit with him, and while […]

April 22, 20254 min Read
How to Host the Perfect Poker Home Game

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How to Host the Perfect Poker Home Game

Welcome to this guide on how to host the perfect poker home game. Whether you’re a seasoned poker player or just starting out, organizing a memorable poker night can be a rewarding experience. In this article, we will provide you with some valuable insights and practical tips to ensure your poker home game stands out […]

April 22, 20257 min Read
Dead Beat – Chapter 14.3

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Dead Beat – Chapter 14.3

‘The Casino Barrière Cassis is the best casino near Marseille.’ Slim McCoy said.  ‘The best food, you mean,’ joked Dimitar.  ‘Naturally!’  The four of them made their way to the cash tables, where Sam had a word with the cardroom manager. Before playing, they dined. They ate extraordinarily well. Tender seared salmon over vegetables, a […]

February 12, 20254 min Read
Dead Beat – Chapter 14.2

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Dead Beat – Chapter 14.2

A flop of two tens and a jack with two hearts on show was perfect for Dimitar. There was no way Serf would see the move coming. When Serf bet out, Dimitar knew that he had him. All he had to do now was to cover the strength in his hand. No talk. No Hollywood. […]

February 7, 20255 min Read
Dead Beat – Chapter 14.1

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Dead Beat – Chapter 14.1

Peter Serf folded his cards.  ‘I think I’ll let you have a slight lead rather than a big one.’ He said, swirling wine in his glass. ‘You played it like a busted flush. Maybe that’s all it was. But you showed me a lot of emotion. You made something along the way, didn’t you?’ Dimitar […]

February 2, 20254 min Read
Dead Beat – Chapter 13.2

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Dead Beat – Chapter 13.2

Dimitar arrived late afternoon. He knew he still had a few hours before the cut-off, but he wanted to put the money down. He wanted this all to be over. He wanted to play. He was ready to play heads-up poker for a million dollars… and Elena’s life.  The entrance was as grand as any […]

January 29, 20256 min Read
Dead Beat – Chapter 13.1

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Dead Beat – Chapter 13.1

Marseille was nicknamed ‘The Phocaean City’ after Greek colonists, and as Dimitar arrived in the modern-day paradise on the French Riviera, he could almost smell the history of the place. At the airport, Dimitar left the recycled air conditioning and fluorescent lighting and stepped into dry heat and full sunshine. It was almost midday, and […]

January 26, 20255 min Read
Dead Beat – Chapter 12.3

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Dead Beat – Chapter 12.3

Dimitar was sure he had the best hand. The flush and straight draw had both missed, and Bronco wasn’t playing like he had a big hand. But Dimitar didn’t have a week. He needed the game to continue, and he had to keep Bronco at the table for four more days.  Dimitar flicked his pocket […]

January 24, 20254 min Read
Dead Beat – Chapter 12.2

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Dead Beat – Chapter 12.2

 Dimitar was out of the sunshine in Valencia and took no notice of the evening sunset that cast a deep pink hue across the sky. He was focused only on the cards in front of him, and for the next eight hours, he won. Thanks to Sam’s advice and the insider knowledge of several tells […]

January 22, 20254 min Read
Dead Beat – Chapter 12.1

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Dead Beat – Chapter 12.1

Dimitar’s life had included many big weeks. When he was nine years old, his mother had become ill and spent seven straight days in hospital recovering from kidney stones. It was harsh, painful,  and agonizing, and, according to Dimitar’s Mum, it wasn’t pleasant for her either. When he was fifteen, Dimitar fell in love with […]

January 19, 20255 min Read
Dead Beat – Chapter 11.2

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Dead Beat – Chapter 11.2

‘I’m going to have to rely solely on my wits.’ Dimitar said. Simone told him not to worry and that she would be on the rail – now behind a series of velvet ropes – watching him and listening to Philippe.  The heads-up battle began with Dimitar facing a 3:1 deficit in chips. Soon after, […]

January 15, 20255 min Read
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