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The Super High Roller Bowl IX, held at the luxurious Merit Royal Diamond Hotel & Spa in North Cyprus, has been a spectacle of high-stakes poker action. With a staggering $306,000 buy-in, this tournament drew 24 of the world’s elite poker players, marking it as the 12th-largest field in the history of the Super High Roller Bowl (SHRB).

As PokerStars hits the remarkable milestone of 20 years with the European Poker Tour (EPT), it's expanding its horizon beyond the familiar territories. By forging strategic collaborations with other major poker tours, PokerStars is reshaping the live poker landscape and offering fresh opportunities to players across the globe.

In a thrilling showdown at the Super High Roller Series Cyprus Event #6: $25,750 No-Limit Hold'em Mystery Bounty, Adrian Mateos clinched the title and a significant lead in the 2024 GPI Player of the Year race. Mateos's victory came with a substantial prize of $162,000 and an additional $165,000 in bounties. However, the spotlight also brightly shone on Phil Ivey, who, despite finishing second, emerged as the tournament's biggest winner financially, pocketing a total of $413,000, largely thanks to his impressive collection of $300,000 in mystery bounties.

PokerStars has unveiled the eagerly awaited schedule for this year's World Championship of Online Poker (WCOOP), marking the 23rd edition of the iconic online poker series. With a staggering $80 million in guaranteed prize pools spread across 379 tournaments, the festival continues to offer a tri-tiered structure: Low, Medium, and High, catering to a wide range of players with buy-ins from $5.50 to $25,000. This year's lineup is more thrilling than ever, introducing the WCOOP League, Silver and Gold Power Path bundles, and enhanced prizes for Women's events. Let's dive into the details and what makes this year's WCOOP a must-play event for poker enthusiasts around the globe.

The Amateur Poker Association & Tour (APAT) World Championship Of Amateur Poker (WCOAP) is the pinnacle of amateur poker, offering players a chance at glory and the thrill of competition. Hosted at the iconic Dusk Till Dawn in Nottingham, the 2024 WCOAP has already made dreams come true for three determined players, awarding them with the tournament's first bracelets and gold medals. Here's a glimpse into their victories and what it takes to triumph in this esteemed event.

The poker world is buzzing with excitement as the North American Poker Tour (NAPT), sponsored by PokerStars, gears up for its fourth season. The much-anticipated Las Vegas stop promises to be a highlight of the season, with an action-packed schedule that will captivate poker enthusiasts from around the globe. Here's why this event is a must-attend for anyone passionate about poker.

Jennifer Tilly, the acclaimed actress and poker aficionado, has always been a standout on the poker table, and during Season 13 of High Stakes Poker, she proved yet again why she's a force to be reckoned with. In the latest episode, Tilly found herself in a nail-biting showdown, needing a miracle to beat Andrew Robl in what became the season's largest pot. Let's dive into the high-stakes drama that unfolded.

Benny Glaser, the British poker legend, has become a household name in the world of poker with an enviable list of accomplishments, including five World Series of Poker (WSOP) bracelets and an impressive 26 Championship of Online Poker titles. His journey, filled with highs and lows, was recently featured in an episode of 888poker's web series and podcast, 888Ride, where Glaser shared the unseen struggles behind his poker stardom.

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The World Poker Tour (WPT) is taking the excitement to a whole new level with its fourth edition of WPT Australia at The Star Gold Coast, scheduled from September 12-25. Brace yourselves, poker aficionados, as this year promises an unparalleled poker extravaganza, boasting the largest festival in Australia's poker history for 2024.

In a narrative that feels straight out of a poignant film script, Matt Snook, whose bucket list featured the dream of competing in the World Series of Poker (WSOP), saw his wish come to life just a month before passing away. The journey of this Kansas City native, known for his twofold participation in "The Voice," encapsulates a raw and touching glimpse into the life of a man embracing every moment in the shadow of terminal illness.

Former PokerNews content creator Pamela Maldonado's career trajectory has taken an impressive turn, leading her to a significant position with ESPN, the world's largest sports media outlet. Known for her sharp analysis and deep understanding of sports betting, Maldonado has made a name for herself in the sports media landscape, a journey that began in the poker industry.

The 2024 Seminole Hard Rock Poker Open (SHRPO) has officially wrapped, and what a spectacle it was. With the traditional “Big Four” finale, including the $5,300 buy-in SHRPO Championship and the $25,500 High Roller among others, the event was nothing short of thrilling. Poker enthusiasts from around the globe tuned in as seasoned pros and rising stars clashed on the felt in this high-stakes showdown.

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