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WSOP International Circuit Returns to Africa: Marrakech Casino, Morocco

After a phenomenal 2023, the WSOP International Circuit is making waves once again on the African continent at Marrakech Casino in Morocco. Last year’s jaw-dropping 1041 entries shattered the 2020 record of 625, given the break in 2021 and 2022. Portugal’s Silvio Costa claimed victory in the main event, pocketing a cool €180,423( GHS2.36m). The […]

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Inaugural SA Poker Open Crowns Luo Chang as Champion

The just ended SA Poker Open at Montecasino, Johannesburg, made history with Mr Luo Chang emerging as the first-ever champion. Hailing from Zambia, Chang showcased his poker prowess, outplaying a field of over 350 players to claim the Main Event title and a substantial prize of R800,000(approx. GH₵520,000) along with the coveted trophy. Despite Darren

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Back-to-Back Bad Beat Jackpot Bonanza at The Playground

Just when you thought the Playground Poker Room in Canada couldn’t get any more exciting, they’ve done it again! Only two months after paying out a record-breaking CAD $2.59 million bad beat jackpot, lightning struck twice with another massive jackpot of CAD $1.34 million.   The last time quads were crushed by straight flush, but

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Congratulations to the Loser: Record-Breaking $2.59 Million Bad Beat Jackpot Win!

  Ever been congratulated for losing a poker hand? Well, that’s what happened when the largest bad beat jackpot in the world was hit at the Playground Card Room in Montreal, Canada, yesterday. The mind-boggling amount of CAD$2,590,185 (GH₵21,885,386.36) was won when quads were beaten by a straight flush.   The card room shared photos

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The Great Debate: Is Poker a Sport or a Game? An In-Depth Examination

  Isn’t it intriguing how poker sparks the question of whether it qualifies as a sport or just a game? Much like the tomato’s identity – is it a fruit or a vegetable? Some argue that poker is a sport due to its competitive nature, mental skill requirements, and organized tournaments. Others view it as

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Mastering Positions at the Poker Table in Ghana

If real estate is all about location, location, location, then poker is all about position, position, position. Just as owning a prime property can be a game-changer in real estate, occupying the right position at the poker table can profoundly impact your gameplay and potential for profitability. After learning poker rules, hand rankings, and gaining

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