Position & Fundamentals

The bedrock concepts behind every decision — positional advantage, pot odds, SPR, and equity, explained step by step.

Del Mar Saturday Betting Guide: $148,537 Pick 6 Carryover, Yellow Ribbon & Best Pal Stakes

Complete betting guide for Del Mar's Saturday card on August 8, 2026 — covering the $148,537 Pick 6 carryover, Grade II Yellow Ribbon Stakes, Grade III Best Pal Stakes, consensus picks, and expert insights.

August 8, 2026

WSOP 2026 Final Table: After-Tax Payouts, Tax Rates, and What Every Pro Must Know

The 2026 WSOP Main Event distributed $30.25M across the final table — but governments claimed 40.58%. Here is the exact after-tax breakdown for each finalist, from champion Lucas Jumalon's $6M take-home to California's 50% bite.

August 7, 2026

Lucas Jumalon Wins 2026 WSOP Main Event: Wire-to-Wire at Age 22 for $10 Million

Lucas Jumalon won the 2026 WSOP Main Event wire-to-wire at 22, outlasting 9,208 players to claim a $10 million prize and a championship bracelet — a masterclass in consistent tournament aggression.

August 6, 2026

Jumalon vs. Saaskilahti: 2026 WSOP Main Event Heads-Up Chip Analysis and Win Odds

Lucas Jumalon enters the 2026 WSOP Main Event heads-up with a 59.3% chip lead over Finland's Lauri Saaskilahti. Here's what the numbers and history say about who wins the $10 million prize.

August 5, 2026

2026 WSOP Main Event Final Table: Jumalon Leads with 212M Chips, Han Feng Surges to Second

The 2026 WSOP Main Event final table opened at the Horseshoe Las Vegas with nine players and narrowed to seven after six hours. Chip leader Lucas Jumalon holds 212M chips while Han Feng surged from near-elimination to second place with 106.5M.

August 4, 2026

2026 Grosvenor Goliath Sets Record 14,663 Entries — Prize Pool Hits £2.23 Million

The 2026 Grosvenor Goliath in Coventry shattered records with 14,663 entries, beating 2025 by 1,702 players. Winner Damon Burch-Hyson claimed £365,520 from a £2,228,780 prize pool. Explore the full breakdown of entries, prize payouts, and the final-table deal.

August 3, 2026

Michigan Online Casinos: Best Real-Money Video Poker, RTP Rates & Welcome Bonuses

Compare licensed Michigan online casinos for real-money video poker — Jacks or Better (99.54% RTP), Deuces Wild (99.72%), and welcome bonuses up to $1,000 from FanDuel, BetMGM, and DraftKings.

August 2, 2026

How to Build a Winning $200 WSOP Fantasy Freeroll Roster

Learn how to draft a balanced 8-player roster under the $200 cap for the PokerOrg WSOP Fantasy Freeroll — covering budget strategy, high-value picks, $1 sleepers, and tips from Daniel Negreanu.

August 1, 2026

Moneymaker's J-9 Bubble Call at the 2026 WSOP: Strategy, Risk, and Lessons

A complete breakdown of Chris Moneymaker's controversial J-9 offsuit river call at the 2026 WSOP Main Event bubble — covering stack context, hand reasoning, and five actionable tournament lessons.

July 31, 2026

Bryn Kenney Wins $1.95M at 2026 King Poker Cup, Breaking Poker's All-Time Earnings Record

Bryn Kenney claimed a $1,954,000 first-place prize at the 2026 King Poker Cup in Jeju, surpassing $92 million in career earnings to become poker's all-time money leader.

July 30, 2026

Best Crypto Poker Sites 2026: BC Poker, CoinPoker and GGPoker Compared

Compare the top crypto poker sites of 2026—BC Poker, CoinPoker, and GGPoker—on licensing, supported coins, player traffic, and bonuses to find the right platform for your game.

July 29, 2026

WSOP 2026 Final Table: Can Jumalon Hold the Lead? Polymarket Odds Analyzed

Jumalon enters the 2026 WSOP Main Event final table holding 35% of chips and a 34% Polymarket win probability, but bracelet veterans Gagliano and Mueller—plus dark horse Han Feng with $6,065 wagered—make this race far from decided.

July 28, 2026

How Much Do WSOP Main Event Champions Earn Beyond $10 Million?

WSOP Main Event winners earn more than the $10 million prize—sponsorships, media deals, and personal branding can add hundreds of thousands or millions more, depending on the champion's marketability and media presence.

July 27, 2026

ESPN's 2026 WSOP Overhaul: Three-Week Break, Foxen's Star Turn, and the Ratings Race

ESPN revamped its 2026 WSOP Main Event coverage with a three-week break before the final table. Here's what the new format, Alex Foxen's star role, and historical data tell us about viewership prospects.

July 26, 2026

Medium Defense Frequency in No-Limit Hold'em: The 30–50% Rule That Keeps Opponents Guessing

A medium defense frequency of 30–50% is the cornerstone of unexploitable No-Limit Hold'em. Learn the three-step calculation method, three real pre-flop scenarios, and how to adjust post-flop to stay balanced.

July 25, 2026