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Team China victorious in inaugural WPT Global Teams Event
The last two days has seen a riveting clash of nations unfold, with 14 four-person teams being tested in a number of poker formats as they sought to become the first champions of the WPT Global Teams Event, which took place in Incheon, Korea. In the end, Team China was relentless in its pursuit of the […]
Unexpected high roller action springs up in Incheon – Ivan Leow wins US$118,000
One Super High Roller event which was not officially scheduled has popped up during the WPT Korea. Malaysian businessman and owner of the Triton brand, Richard Yong landed on Thursday evening with a group of players looking for higher stakes. The WPT festival has already attracted some of the finest talents in the Asia – […]
GPI Asia #1 Michael Soyza talks success, career and more
At the ongoing WPT Global Teams Event in Korea, Somuchpoker had the chance to meet Michael Soyza – the Malaysian pro who currently ranks #1 on GPI Asia. He shared with us about how he decided to switch to being a full-time tournament player, his future goals as well as the poker situation in Malaysia. […]
Lester Edoc’s incredible run continues; wins fourth title this year; Lim Yo Hwan and Michael Falcon win HR events
For the fourth time this year, Filipino pro Lester Edoc stood on the Main Event winner’s stage after seizing yet another title in his home country. His latest victory was at the APT Philippines Championships series ongoing at Resorts World Manila, an event he championed back in March. For this incredible feat, Edoc set a […]
China leads after second day of WPT Global Teams Event
The second day of World Poker Tour’s unique Global Teams Event has now drawn to close, with Team China having vaulted into the lead. This is of little surprise, given that the Chinese team formed by Dong Guo (captain) and featuring Yang Zhang, Xixiang ‘heichao’ Luo and Guoliang Wei boasts combined earnings of over $5 million […]
Shingo Endo wins WPT Japan 2018 – the first stop in WPT Asia Swing
WPT Japan came to an end just a few days ago on September 17th in Tokyo at Bane Bagus Shibuya Poker Club. This was the first stop of a 20-day period called “Asia Swing” – a succession of events taking place beneath the WPT banner in different Asian countries, providing all players with the perfect opportunity to visit Asia. […]
Elite Teams ready to battle for the WPT Global Teams Event in Korea
The first ever WPT Global Teams Event is ready to kick off in Korea at the Paradise City Hotel & Casino. The event will take place between September 19th and 21st during WPT Korea and involves an interesting new twist on tournament play. Team events are not new of course, but this event will pit nations […]
APT Philippines Championships II: Early winners include Lester Edoc, Iori Yogo, and Julius Lagman
Despite the threat of a super typhoon, it was full speed ahead for the Asian Poker Tour. Currently ongoing is the second edition of the APT Philippines Championships 2018 at Resorts World Manila where twelve days of games are lined up from September 13 to September 24. With over PHP 20 Million (~US$370,000) in guaranteed […]
The Short-Deck poker craze continues!
Poker is a game of infinite possibilities. But even so, the best loved games can still feel slightly stale after a few million hands. Also, amateurs and pros alike enjoy being involved in bigger pots with more action. With these points in mind, it’s a wonder that short-deck poker hasn’t taken off sooner. The standard […]
Tencent Poker app shuts down and 2018 WSOP China cancelled
If things couldn’t get any worse for Tencent Holding Ltd, after reporting big drops to their stock this year, the tech-giant announced the closure of its Tencent Poker app and the cancellation of the 2018 WSOP China. The news was expelled in the Tencent Poker app on Monday, September 10, 2018. Players attempting to access […]
Watch: The first episode of the Triton Poker SHR Jeju $US 1m Buy-In Cash Game is out!
The first episode of the Triton Poker Super High Roller Jeju 2018 Cash Game brings everything to the table that poker fans have come to love and expect from televised cash games. Players sat with outrageous amounts of money in front of them, doing battle for huge pots, with insightful commentary and a sociable atmosphere […]
Online Legends Chris Moorman and Shaun Deeb Still at the Top
Everyone has heard of the biggest names in the online cash game world, with players like Isildur1 having gone down in history. The names of Shaun Deeb and Chris Moorman are a little less famous, but their successes are no less impressive, with both men having been relentless winners in tournaments over the years. This […]
An overview of the GPI Asia Top 10 players
The Global Poker Index (GPI) has been relied upon as a basis for gauging a player’s live tournament performance over a three year period. Currently leading the overall ranking is Stephen Chidwick followed by Justin Bonomo. Down the line, Malaysia’s Michael Soyza is wedged in 14th rank; he leads GPI Asia with nearly 400 points […]
WCOOP and Powerfest updates: Leon Tsoukernik wins Highroller; First big scores for Asian players
With both Powerfest and WCOOP kicking off on partypoker and PokerStars, tournament grinders have entered their busiest time of the year. Leon Tsoukernik wins partypoker’s Powerfest Super High Roller One of the more controversial figures in poker has had an excellent day at the partypoker Powerfest tables, winning $208,000 for taking down the Super High […]
Pinoy briefs: APT finale moves to Resorts World Manila; Metro announces another 2M event; Manila Super Series 9 in October
The last quarter of the year will see plenty of poker festivals taking place in the Philippines with new events recently announced by APT, Metro Card Club, and PokerStars LIVE Manila. APT moves Finale festival from Macau to Resort World Manila Hot off the press, the Asian Poker Tour will now be hosting its year-end […]
EPT Barcelona: Piotr Nurzynski wins record-breaking Main Event field; Pete Chen among numerous Asians running well
Another highly attended PokerStars LIVE event stormed past with the 2018 European Poker Tour Barcelona attracting huge numbers from start to finish. Last night, the largest Main Event field in the stop’s history concluded with two players coming out as millionaires. Poland’s Piotr Nurzynski earned the title after defeating China’s Haoxiang Wang at heads up. […]
A conversation with Platinum Pass winner Tzai Wei Phua
Tzai Wei Phua was one of the big winners of the recent APPT Manila. His victory in the Mega Stack Shot Clock Big Blind Ante earned him a Platinum Pass, which guaranteed his ticket to the Bahamas next January. During his talk with Somuchpoker afterwards, Tzai shared with us how important this title is to him, as well as […]
APT Championships series stirs up the Philippines in September
Undoubtedly, one of the most attractive Asian destinations for many poker enthusiasts is the Philippines. From the ample amount of events offered per year, to the hospitality, the vibrant Manila nightlife, and the stunning beaches just a short flight away, players are practically assured an enjoyable time both on and off the felt. Coming September […]
September on Natural8: $100K AOF, New weekly missions and software updates
Natural8 is a poker room in continual evolution, always seeking to grow and improve. In its latest efforts to fortify the brand and embellish what it brings to players, Natural8 has updated software, given players new weekly missions and scheduled its All in or Fold (AOF) festival. $100,000 AOF festival The flagship offering from Natural8 […]
[Watch] Phil Hellmuth crushes Poker After Dark for $300,000
Phil Hellmuth’s woes when it comes to televised cash games are well documented, with a series of high profile losses and blow ups having been broadcast to the world. This has always been an oddity in his career however, especially when you consider his unrivalled success at the tournament tables and record haul of WSOP […]
