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Powerfest Returns on Partypoker; $11 Million in Guarantees - SOMUCHPOKER

PartyPoker has announced its most ambitious Powerfest which will guarantee more than US$11 million. 224 events – US$11 million GTD The event will run from January 22 to February 5, 2017 with 224 events divided into categories or “weight divisions” namely, Featherweight, Middleweight, Heavyweight and High Roller. Buy-ins for the events may be as low as US$5.50 […]

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Paul Phua opens a training website endorsed by Ivey and Dwan - SOMUCHPOKER

One of the most enigmatic figures of the current poker scene, Malaysian businessman Paul Phua’s passion for the game remains undiminished. Today’s revelation only serves to make that fact clearer than ever. Phua has just launched his own poker training site, which is named www.paulphuapoker.com Paul Phua is among the world’s biggest losers at online poker […]

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GPI Players of the Year 2016: David Peters and Yang Zhang for Asia top rankings - SOMUCHPOKER

The Global Poker Index (GPI), the authority in live tournament rankings and results, is awarding its GPI Player of Year (PoY) trophy to David Peters of the United States. Peters has accumulated a total of 3,666.31 GPI POY points while unstoppable Fedor Holz from Germany follows at 2nd with 3,644.80 points. What is the GPI […]

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Biggest Online Poker Winners and Losers of 2016 - SOMUCHPOKER

With 2016 now consigned to the pages of history, we delve into the numbers and take a closer look at who the big online winners and losers of last year were. We use HighstakesDB as our source, and while this is a globally recognised website with accurate tracking, it doesn’t necessarily tell the entire story. […]

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Bryan Huang and PokerStars part ways - SOMUCHPOKER

Bryan Huang made the surprise announcement on the 31st December that he would be leaving team PokerStars with immediate effect. Although Huang is still chasing his first major title, he has had several scores in the upper five-figure or six-figure range. These cashes have helped elevate him to the number one spot on Singapore’s all-time […]

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2016: Annus horribilis for Phil Ivey and Daniel Negreanu? - SOMUCHPOKER

We all know the feeling of waking up in the first few days of January and seeing a fresh opportunity before us. Each new year seems like a clean slate and a chance to push our game and bankroll to the next level, but not all years can be great ones even for the best […]

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Andres Korn triumphs in first ever WPT National Thailand - SOMUCHPOKER

The very first WPT National Thailand held from Dec. 22-28, 2016 at Holiday Palace Resort in Poipet, Cambodia, has recently ended. The number of entries totaled 57 players. Organizers attribute the turnout to the fact that the event happened during Christmas time when most people spend time with their families; and with the unfamiliarity to […]

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Online briefs: Busy January on 888Poker and PokerStars, Lower rake for MGN’s Jackpot Sngs - SOMUCHPOKER

TCOOP on Pokerstars to start the year 2017 It is once again the time of year for PokerStars’ Turbo Championship of Online Poker (TCOOP) which will run from January 18 to 29, 2017. The schedules of the 65 events have been announced but the guarantees for each individual event will be posted on the platform […]

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Asia’s 10 Greatest Player Achievements of 2016 - SOMUCHPOKER

Another booming year of poker has passed with many players rising to the top of the Asian live tournament scene. While there were many who lifted trophies and made headlines, these are our pick for the top 10 greatest Asian player achievements of 2016. An incredible year for Korea’s Soojo Kim Back in January, Korean […]

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Super XL Series Calendar - SOMUCHPOKER

Date & Time Event Buy in (Thu) 19.1 19:00 GMT Event #1 $100,000 Super XL – Opening Event $109 19:00 GMT Event #2 $15,000 Super XL – Mini Opening Event $12 21:00 GMT Event #3 $20,000 Super XL – Turbo Opening Event $55 (Fri) 20.1 19:00 GMT Event #4 $20,000 Super XL – Twins Royal […]

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APL Shanghai Suspended: Legal Issues with Local Authorities

APL Shanghai suspended due to legal problems. Stay updated with Somuchpoker's coverage of this developing story.

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Triton SHR Main Event: Meet the Final Nine Players

Discover the final nine players of the Triton SHR Main Event at Solaire Resort, Manila, after an intense competition.

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Isaac Haxton Leaves PokerStars: What It Means for Fans

Isaac Haxton leaves PokerStars, impacting the online poker landscape. Discover the latest updates and implications for players.

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Vietnam Welcomes the Asian Poker Tour: A New Era Begins

Discover the excitement as Vietnam hosts the Asian Poker Tour, marking a significant milestone for the country's poker scene.

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Jungleman frustrated as Isildur1 wins, 2017 Big Year for Phil Galfond - SOMUCHPOKER

Jungleman frustrated as Isildur1 wins Viktor “ISILDUR1” Blom who wasn’t running so well in 2016 has turned his luck at the start of the year 2017 at the expense of Daniel “Jungleman” Cates. The 5th biggest loser of the year 2016, Blom won US$217,000 from Cates in a heads-up match on Wednesday, after posting a prior […]

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Marius Kudzmanas Wins 2026 WSOPE Main Event for €2M

Marius Kudzmanas makes history as the first Lithuanian WSOPE Main Event champion, outlasting 2,617 entries to claim his third career bracelet.

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RDPT PLUS 2026: A Next-Level Poker Experience in Jeju

Explore the elevated poker venue of RDPT PLUS 2026, featuring high-tech dragon displays, a spectator zone, and a professional broadcast stage.

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Chih Kai Chang Wins TMTC Main Event in Taiwan for 5m NTD

Chih Kai Chang captures the TMTC Main Event title as the record-breaking Taiwan series features the WPF Nations Cup and Ladies Championship.

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$1M Guaranteed Alluxi Athena Poker Tournament On Track to Make History - SOMUCHPOKER

A bold new chapter in the Asian poker scene is about to unfold as Alluxi Athena Poker Tournament makes its inaugural splash this June, officially putting Laos

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US States Considering Online Poker Regulation in 2026

What are the US states considering online poker regulation, and how many new states can we expect to join the regulated ranks in 2026 and beyond?

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GOP Phnom Penh 2026 Day 5: Silva Campos Leads Main Event

The Coiled Path festival heats up as the GOP Main Event at the GOP Phnom Penh kicks off. Check Somuchpoker for results on Day 5 in Cambodia.

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WPT Cambodia Day 5 Recap: Side Event Winners & Survivor Chip Counts

Recap of WPT Cambodia Day 5 at NagaWorld. Alfie Adam wins PLO Turbo, Patrik Selin takes Freezeout, and Li Lu leads the Survivor chip counts.

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TMT 20: The Monumental $3M Small Stakes Poker at Red Space

TMT 20 celebrates a decade of poker with two Main Events and $3M GTD. Experience the "WSOP of small stakes" with buy-ins starting at just $300.

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Win Win Poker Taipei Launch Led by Alex Lee

Win Win Poker officially launches in Taipei, led by Alex Lee, featuring modern facilities, influencer-driven branding, and plans for global expansion.

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Punnat Punsri and Shiina Okamoto Among Asian Winners at 2025 EPT Barcelona Festival - SOMUCHPOKER

One of the most popular live poker events, PokerStars sponsored European Poker Tour - EPT Barcelona came and went. The stop has been known to be the busiest

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US States With Regulated Online Poker: The Full 2026 Guide

Discover all US states with regulated online poker in 2026 and find the best sites where you can play in a safe, licensed, and completely legal environment.

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WSOPE Main Event 2026 Final Table Set as Zhu Leads for €2M

WSOPE Main Event 2026 final table is set in Prague after a record 2,617-entry field. Hengtao Zhu leads the final nine chasing the €2M top prize.

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2026 Irish Open: Narcis Nedelcu Comes Out on Top

Romanian pro Narcis Nedelcu wins the record-breaking 2026 Irish Open Main Event, topping a 5,003-entry field for €336,798 after a five-way deal.

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RDPT Plus Jeju 2026 Day 1 Highlights and Results

Day 1 of RDPT Plus Jeju 2026 is underway. Nielsen leads the High Roller, Yang Yang tops the Dragon Awakening, and three side event titles won.

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2026 WSOPE Main Event: Record-Breaking Field & Legends Exit

2026 WSOPE Main Event makes history with 2,617 entries. Brutal quads that cracked Shiina Okamoto’s aces and Annette Obrestad’s iconic return.

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