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Man Wins Woman’s Poker Tournament
Forget the controversy over runner Caster Semenya winning woman's championship races even though she apparently has some man parts (assuming you believe the reports that have come out in recent day
BetFair Shock Poker Ad Suggestive 15 Year Old
An advertisement for the online betting exchange BetFair has many eyebrows being raised on Wednesday.
Poker News: Bodog Launches New Branded Poker Network
Bodog.com has launched a new Bodog-branded poker network.
Poker Pro Tiffany Michelle in the News Again
Though she doesn't seem to be making much news on the felt these days, poker pro Tiffany Michelle has nonetheless been generating quite a bit of buzz. Following a stellar showing at the 2008 World Series of Poker main event in which she was the last woman standing, finishing 17th of the field of over 5000, Michelle signed up for a sponsorship with online poker site UltimateBet.
Yesterday it was announced that she has re-signed with the company for another year. In a statement released by the site, Michelle said,
Online Poker Qualifiers: Doyles 5 Diamond World Poker Classic
Whether you want to play with Doyle Brunson at the online tables or chat with the legend in one of the biggest WPT tournaments, DoylesRoom.com will make it happen.
UltimateBet and Phil Hellmuth Ante Up for Eva Longoria’s Charity
UltimateBet today announced the sponsorship of the Second Annual Celebrity Casino Night in support of Eva's Heroes.
Face The Ace Lawsuit: Man Claims Idea Stolen
NBC's primetime poker show Face The Ace took a hit in the ratings and now it may take a hit in court.
Tiffany Michelle Signs with Team UltimateBet Second Year
Television and film star Tiffany Michelle, who has found great success at the world's biggest poker tournament and at UltimateBet's online tables, signs with UltimateBet for a second year.
Ultimate Bet today announced that recognized TV & Film personality Tiffany Michelle has signed on for a second year as a member of Team UB. The rising poker star will continue to be part of an impressive roster of poker talent that includes Phil Hellmuth and Annie Duke plus recent WSOP bracelet winners Brandon Cantu and Matt Graham.
Poker Hall of Fame Finalists Announced
The Poker Hall of Fame finalists were announced Tuesday in Vegas and, as many expected, Phil Ivey is among those listed.
Newbie Poker Players Thrive in Nosebleeds
All summer long, the high stakes action on the nosebleed tables has been plentiful and down-right mind boggling.
WSOP Ratings Up Slightly: Phil Ivey Still An Issue
Through 10 episodes, the 2009 WSOP has earned an average rating of .75, which translates to 741,311 household impressions.
Poker Host has Kenna James as New Pro
Poker Host has signed Kenna James as their new Pro.
Phil Hellmuth to Host Hold Em For Heroes
UltimateBet today announced that poker legend and Team UB pro Phil Hellmuth will be hosting Hold'em for Heroes this November, a charity Texas Hold'em tournament to benefit the TASER Foundation for
World Series of Poker Needs Phil-in: Phil Ivey Hides
The death of U.S. Senator Ted Kennedy last week recalled memories of the 1988 Democratic National Convention in Atlanta, Georgia, USA.
Vanessa Rousso Talks 2009 World Series of Poker With Woo
I just did a quick follow up with Vanessa Rousso to see what's been going on with her after the 2009 World Series of Poker. To no surprise, she seems to be busier than ever as you'll read in my i
Tom Durrr Dwan to Join Team Full Tilt Poker?
Howard Lederer speaking on Inside Deal on why Durrrr isn't signed to Full Tilt:
"I'm sure that Full Tilt would love to have him.
Pokerati Blasts Card Player Magazine’s Jeff Shulman
A little background (or should we say "battleground"?): Jeff Shulman is the President and COO of Card Player Magazine who just happens to have made the Final Nine Table of the 2009 Worl
Doyle Brunson: Why is Bra Singular and Panties Plural?
He just can't get the female body off his mind, and who can blame him. Doyle Brunson, one of the hottest poker players on the circuit today (not to mention the oldest), has women swarming all ove
Daniel Negreanu Absolutely Not Friends With Annie Duke
One of the better-known feuds in the world of poker is between Daniel "Kid Poker" Negreanu and Annie Duke.
Poker Player Ordered to Stand Trial for Murder of Parents
OAKLAND, Calif. (KCBS) -- A professional poker player was ordered to stand trial Friday on charges that he murdered his parents at their posh country club home.
Michael Phelps to Play at Aruba Poker Classic?
Gambling911.com can reveal that poker pro Phil Hellmuth is working hard behind the scenes to get Olympic gold medalist swimmer and now poker player Michael Phelps to join him at
Phil Hellmuth to Appear on a Bunch of Reality Series
Move over Annie Duke (Celebrity Apprentice), Maria Ho (Amazing Race) and now Daniel Negreanu (The Real World), Phil Hellmuth is about to top all of you it seems.
Daniel Negreanu The Archie Bunker of Poker
The racist remarks made by professional poker player Daniel "Kid Poker" Negreanu on his blog earlier this month are nothing new, PokerHelper.com
Poker Babe Lacey Jones To Go Nude In Spain Thursday
If you happen to be in Spain and on the beach, you could be lucky enough to spot a nude sun bathing Lacey Jones.
Ernest Scherer III Stands Trial for Parents Murder
The attorney for a man accused of murdering his parents at their Pleasanton home in March 2008 for monetary gain hinted in his line of questioning Tuesday that someone other than the defendant may
UltimateBet Signs Top WSOP Main Event Player Billy Kopp
One of online poker's most aggressive players has been scooped up by a top online poker site. UltimateBet today announced that Billy Kopp, who finished 12th in the Main Event of this year's World Series of Poker, has signed on to join UltimateBet's Team UB, a group of successful poker pros that includes Phil Hellmuth, Annie Duke and some of the most respected online poker players in the industry. In just a few short years, Kopp has earned over $2.6 million in both online poker games and in land-based tournaments.
Tom Durrr Dwan Announces New Poker Challenge
As previously reported, online high stakes cash game specialist, Tom "Durrrr" Dwan had agreed to take part in a live Million Dollar Challenge.
Poker Bounty Hunts are Back, Doubles Prize Money to $50,000
Bounty-hungry, poker-playing gunslingers rejoice.
Dancing With the Stars New Cast Announced: Odds Up Soon
Dancing With the Stars betting remains a popular pastime and the new season cast was announced Monday. Those who will be dancing include former Republican Majority Leader, Tom DeLay and poker pla
Poker Tournament Director Matt Savage Returns for Aruba Open
This year, online poker players have an unprecedented number of reasons to join the online poker site in Aruba with today's announcement that the world's leading tournament director Matthew Savage
