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PGT Kickoff: Battistone and Moreno Claim Trophies, Events Break Records
The opening event of the new PGT season has awarded two more golden trophies. Alongside cash prizes, winners received double points. While Brian Battistone shone in event two, the recently concluded third event was dominated by Andrew Moreno.
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Russia Eyes New Revenue Streams: Online Casinos as Plan B Amid Budget Strains
Behind the scenes at Russia's financial ministry, a game is unfolding that would have seemed pure science fiction just a few years ago. Finance Minister Anton Siluanov reportedly sent President Vladimir Putin a proposal to reverse the longstanding ban on online casinos and turn them into a fresh revenue source for the federal budget. The motivation is clear: the deficit is deepening, and the state is searching for funds to cover expenditures related to the war in Ukraine.
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PHOTO: PSO Campione 2026 - A Prestigious Start to the Season, Ferrari Takes High Roller Title
PSO Campione kicked off the 2026 live poker season in grand style, confirming its rising significance on the European scene at the prestigious festival in Casino di Campione. The first big story was crafted by Manuel Ferrari, dominating the High Roller and securing a valuable title and the festival's highest win in front of his home crowd.
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Maurice Hawkins Makes History Again: 22nd WSOPC Ring and Another Step Toward the 'Magic' 25
In Tunica, a familiar scenario unfolded at the WSOP Circuit: when the race for rings begins, Maurice Hawkins takes center stage. He emerged victorious in the $400 Mini Main Event, adding a record 22nd ring and $35,146 to his collection!
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VIDEO: Esfandiari's Thunderous Return – Duel with Keating and a $2,441,000 Pot Live!

On the second day of the Super High Roller Cash Game, Antonio Esfandiari proved that "The Magician" still knows how to work his magic. In a crazy hand, he faced off against Alan Keating, resulting in a staggering $2,441,000 pot! The tension was palpable, not just at the table, but also for viewers caught up in the live broadcast. You can watch the entire episode here:

The hand that caught everyone's attention unfolded on the flop 9 d 8 c 6 s, giving Esfandiari a top set with 9 s 9 h. Rather than following a standard line, Esfandiari responded to Keating's $75k bet with a bold move: a check-raise all-in for $1,084,000! Keating eventually called with 8 h 7 d, leaving both players to face two boards. How did it turn out?

 

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The Festival Bratislava Is Just Around the Corner - Get Ready!
In 2026, Bratislava will once again become what it long has been for The Festival Series: a home base and the starting line for the entire season. The special “Winter Edition – Special” will take place from February 23 to March 1, 2026, at Banco Bratislava, marking the sixth return of this series to the city.
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Badziakouski Finally Triumphs: First GGMillion$ Title After a Miraculous River
On Tuesday, January 27, players and spectators witnessed the thrilling final showdown of the $10,300 GGMillion$ Main Event. The tournament, which attracted 1,325 entries and amassed a massive prize pool of $12,852,500, delivered a moment that will be remembered for a long time.
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PGT Kickoff: 2026 Season Begins, LuckyChewy Wins Opening Tournament
The first tournament of the new PokerGO Tour season has shown that the 'Kickoff' is more than just a warm-up. Event #1 with a $5,100 buy-in attracted 135 entries, with Andrew Lichtenberger emerging as the sole unbeaten player.
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Live Poker Reads That Still Apply in Online Poker
Old school table reads never really died, they just changed camera angles. While you cannot watch fingers riffle chips online, the same human tendencies show up through timing, sizing, and rhythm. Translate the classic concepts and you can keep your live edges in a browser window.
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VIDEO: Alan Keating vs. Sameh Elamawy and a Million-Dollar Pot in the Super High Roller Cash Game

It's an unwritten rule that when Alan Keating shows up at a streamed cash game, expect fireworks. Viewers of the Super High Roller Cash Game got to witness this firsthand, with hundreds of thousands flying back and forth. You can watch the full episode here:

The spotlight was on a hand where Keating, holding A s 9 s, found himself tangled between two "titans". Sameh held pocket Q s Q c, and Brown held A c K s. Despite Keating having the worst hand, it was he who fired a $450,000 all-in on a flop of T d 6 c 3 d. Following Sameh's call, the pot rocketed to $1,053,500, and the players agreed to run two boards.

 

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PHOTO: UK Poker Championship - Dusk Till Dawn Thrives with Poker, Main Event Champion Hong Pham
When it comes to British poker in January, Nottingham traditionally makes its presence felt. Dusk Till Dawn – the iconic poker club owned by Rob Yong has long been synonymous with large fields, as evidenced again by the UK Poker Championship festival.
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Arkun Turns the Finals Around to Seize the Main Event Title at EPSC
The European Poker Sport Championship (EPSC) series at King's Resort Rozvadov concluded with a €250 Main Event featuring a guaranteed prize pool of €300,000. After a marathon final day, Germany's Hüseyin Arkun emerged victorious.