by FTR Poker Admin | Jan 7, 2025 | MTT Poker Strategies
intricacies of blind structures in multi-table tournaments (MTTs), emphasizing the need for players to adapt their strategies as blinds increase
by FTR Poker Admin | Jan 7, 2025 | MTT Poker Strategies
the importance of adapting one's poker strategy based on the table dynamics and opponents, cautioning against rigidly following any single approach, and highlights the need to play poker based on situations and opponents rather than just the cards in hand
by FTR Poker Admin | Jan 3, 2025 | MTT Poker Strategies
strategies for playing in rebuy/addon poker tournaments, emphasizing the importance of adjusting play based on table dynamics, being prepared to invest at least 5X the initial buy-in, and effectively handling strong hands like KK to maximize value and tournament success
by FTR Poker Admin | Jan 3, 2025 | MTT Poker Strategies
the importance of understanding your table image, effectively playing paired flops, and the pitfalls of overconfidence when holding a big chip stack in poker tournaments
by FTR Poker Admin | Dec 27, 2024 | MTT Poker Strategies
the importance of maintaining a long-term perspective in multi-table poker tournaments, advocating for record-keeping to assess overall performance and adapt strategies accordingly
by FTR Poker Admin | Dec 24, 2024 | MTT Poker Strategies
the psychological and strategic aspects of winning in poker, emphasizing the importance of maintaining a grounded perspective after a big win, distinguishing between tough and bad calls, and understanding one's motivation for playing
by FTR Poker Admin | Dec 24, 2024 | MTT Poker Strategies
As any poker player does, you will suffer your share of bad beats in tournaments. It's important to have a proper bankroll management strategy and sufficient emotional fortitude to survive to see the long-term rewards of your superior play. Always evaluate your draws carefully.
by FTR Poker Admin | Dec 17, 2024 | Featured Poker Strategy Articles, MTT Poker Strategies
insights on winning multi-table tournaments (MTTs) in poker, emphasizing the importance of patience, pacing, and various strategies like tight play in the early stages, emotional control, and playing within one's financial and emotional means
by FTR Poker Admin | Dec 14, 2024 | Featured Poker Strategy Articles, MTT Poker Strategies
strategies for effectively building and maintaining a chip stack during the middle stages of a poker tournament
by FTR Poker Admin | Dec 11, 2024 | MTT Poker Strategies
strategies for playing at the final table and in heads-up situations in multi-table tournaments (MTT), covering different player types, pot odds, and emotional management
by FTR Poker Admin | Dec 8, 2024 | MTT Poker Strategies
various MTT poker strategies, emphasizing the importance of understanding betting patterns and making accurate reads on opponents, while also highlighting the detrimental effects of tilt and the need for emotional control, using vivid metaphors and references to literature to drive home key points
by FTR Poker Admin | Dec 3, 2024 | MTT Poker Strategies
the complexities of decision-making in multi-table poker tournaments, particularly when an Ace appears on the turn, advising players to consider factors like opponent behavior, pot odds, and their own hand strength before making a move
by FTR Poker Admin | Dec 1, 2024 | MTT Poker Strategies
manage tilt and maintain patience in multi-table tournaments (MTT) poker, and other advice such as not stealing from emotionally wounded players, giving yourself multiple ways to win each hand, and taking time to think through crucial decisions
by FTR Poker Admin | Nov 28, 2024 | MTT Poker Strategies
strategies for betting and checking in multi-table tournaments (MTT) poker, emphasizing the importance of situational awareness, pot odds, and exploiting opportunities while minimizing risks
by FTR Poker Admin | Nov 23, 2024 | MTT Poker Strategies
the concept of implied odds in poker, emphasizing the importance of understanding when and how to bluff, the significance of position, and the differences between aggressive players and maniacs
by FTR Poker Admin | Nov 22, 2024 | MTT Poker Strategies
insights into winning Multi-Table Tournaments (MTTs) in poker, focusing on avoiding common mistakes like overbetting good hands and emphasizing the importance of stealing pots through timely bets and re-raises
by FTR Poker Admin | Jan 4, 2025 | SNG Poker Strategy Articles
comprehensive strategy guide for Sit-N-Go poker tournaments, emphasizing the importance of understanding the game's structure, adjusting to different stages, and making informed decisions based on stack sizes and opponent tendencies
by FTR Poker Admin | Dec 19, 2024 | Poker Psychology Strategies
the significance of recognizing and avoiding tilt in poker, emphasizing the importance of taking breaks, understanding the emotional triggers, and implementing strategies to maintain optimal gameplay and mental well-being
by FTR Poker Admin | Dec 19, 2024 | Poker Psychology Strategies
the psychology of poker players who experience tilt, exploring the reasons behind such emotional reactions, including the impact of odds, ego, external factors, and cold cards
by FTR Poker Admin | Dec 16, 2024 | Featured Poker Strategy Articles, Poker Tools
Our bankroll management calculator will tell you what buy-in level for cash games, SNGs, & MTTs you should play with your current bankroll!
by FTR Poker Admin | Dec 8, 2024 | Limit Hold’em Poker Strategies
the importance of disciplined play in Limit Holdem
by FTR Poker Admin | Dec 6, 2024 | Poker Psychology Strategies
You have a pretty looking hand and your opponent has a funny, lopsided looking hand and you’re happy to see that all the money goes in the pot. The end. Everything after that is just an illusion taking your focus away from a truth in poker. You’ve made the...
by FTR Poker Admin | Nov 29, 2024 | SNG Poker Strategy Articles
When determining what level of SNGs to play, you need to carefully consider your bankroll as well as your own confidence that you can beat a level. Remember to start out playing tight and loosen up later on in a tournament. Always be objective when analyzing your own play.
by FTR Poker Admin | Nov 27, 2024 | SNG Poker Strategy Articles
In order to increase your hourly while playing SNGs, you may decide to multitable. You can try to stagger the starting times of your tournaments to make the process easier for you. Any SNG player can improve his or her results by learning to bluff well.
by FTR Poker Admin | May 26, 2008 | FTOPS, Poker News
FTOP VIII Event 15 featured HA (half PL Hold’em, half PL Omaha), which pulled in a nice 932 players into the competition. With a buy-in of $200+$16 and a guarantee of $150,000, the prize pool was sure to surpass the guarantee. The prize pool busted the guarantee by...
by givememyleg | May 16, 2008 | FTOPS, Poker News
The FTOPS 8 continued with event 9 and it was a big one, $322 no-limit hold’em. This took place of their usual Sunday $750k and had a guaranteed prize pool of $1,500,000; making it at least double the standard. It was hosted by Gus Hansen, who is one of the most...
by FTR Poker Admin | May 13, 2008 | FTOPS, Poker News
Big buy-in, big field online tournaments always seem to attract the best players in the game, which comes as no surprise. The fields are mixed with players taking shots, satellite winners, and of course the pros who frequent final tables amongst all the sites. So it...
by FTR Poker Admin | May 11, 2008 | FTOPS, Poker News
The second event of FTOPS 8 was a $240+$16 Pot Limit Omaha Knockout event hosted by Max Pescatori. It was the first event of six involving Pot Limit Omaha in this series. Being a “Knockout” event meant, not only are the normal prizes awarded for finishing...
