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Arden Cho's cash game session on Hustler Casino Live turned from dream to nightmare in a matter of minutes. Initially up $32,600, the game took a disastrous turn, leaving her down $96,575 by the end of the night. This rollercoaster session showcased the volatile nature of poker, with Cho becoming the unfortunate biggest loser of the session.

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The return of the PokerStars Big Game on Tour, after a 12-year hiatus, has poker enthusiasts buzzing. Airing on Fox Sports 1, this high stakes cash game show brings together a mix of professional poker players and a selected "Loose Cannon," who is given a $50,000 buy-in to compete against the seasoned pros. The first episode, filmed during the NAPT festival in Las Vegas in November 2023, did not disappoint, offering a plethora of strategic plays, bluffs, and a glimpse into the high-octane world of professional poker.

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After a nail-biting thirteen-hour showdown at the luxurious Merit Royal Diamond Hotel and Spa, the poker world witnessed an extraordinary feat. From a field of 16 formidable competitors who made it to the final day, one player rose from the ashes like a phoenix. Boris Kolev, known for his resilience and strategic prowess, started the final table on the back foot, armed with a mere six big blinds. Yet, in an epic display of skill and a touch of fortune, he captured every chip in play, ultimately besting Brazilian business magnate Ueberton Cristian De Aquino in a gripping finale.

Two years after acquiring the largest poker room in Texas, Doug Polk aimed to expand his footprint by establishing another significant card room. However, his aspirations were thwarted on Tuesday night when the Farmers Branch City Council voted against a proposal that would have permitted card rooms in the small town northwest of Dallas. Despite this setback, the founder of Upswing Poker is undeterred and plans to find another Texas location for his second poker club.

The World Poker Tour (WPT) Choctaw Championship, with its $3,800 buy-in, has narrowed down to a thrilling final six contenders from an initial 35 players as of Monday. The stakes couldn't be higher, with a grand prize of $361,600 on the line. Among the finalists is Eric Afriat, who stands on the brink of poker history.

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The €3,000 Mystery Bounty event at Sporting Monte-Carlo, part of the PokerStars European Poker Tour Monte Carlo, was a spectacle of high stakes and strategic gameplay. With 743 entries, the tournament amassed a prize pool of €1,274,988 alongside €743,000 in bounties, setting the stage for a thrilling showdown.

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The RunGood Poker Series (RGPS) is a whirlwind of non-stop action, providing poker enthusiasts with back-to-back opportunities to test their skills and chase glory. Just as the dust settles from the RGPS Horseshoe Council Bluffs, the spotlight shifts to the ongoing RGPS St. Louis. But the poker marathon doesn't end there; RGPS is gearing up for another electrifying series at Harrah's Kansas City.

High Stakes Poker Season 12, streaming on PokerGO, continues to deliver jaw-dropping moments, especially in its latest, the 10th episode. This episode saw Santhosh Suvarna locking horns once more with Andrew Robl, replicating their previous thrilling encounters. The poker table was graced with the presence of notable players like Charles Yu, Stanley Tang, Nik Airball, and Brandon Adams, making for another exciting showdown.

The 2024 PokerStars European Poker Tour (EPT) Monte Carlo is witnessing the thrilling climax of its €100,000 EPT Super High Roller event. As the sun sets over the opulent Sporting Monte-Carlo, nine gladiators of the felt are preparing to return for Day 3, each with their eyes firmly set on the coveted title and the lion's share of a nearly €7 million prize pool.

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