Hi Poker Fam, I’m so excited to have you here! Each week, I’ll share practical poker tips to sharpen your skills, the latest poker news to keep you updated, and health tips to help you stay sharp at the table. Poker is more than just a game—it’s a journey of growth, and I’m here to help you feel confident and have more fun every time you play. Let’s crush this week together—one hand at a time!
This Week’s Insights
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- What’s New in Poker?
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- Poker Tips for Beginners
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- Advanced Strategies
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- Health and Nutrition
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- Lexy’s Latest
What’s New in Poker?
1. New Poker Tour to Launch Across UK in 2025
PartyPoker is set to reintroduce live events with the launch of the PartyPoker Tour across the UK in 2025. The tour will commence in London at Aspers Casino from April 19-27, followed by stops in Manchester and Glasgow, with additional locations to be announced. The events will feature a £150 buy-in mini Main Event, a £500 Main Event, and a £1,000 High Roller, among other activities. Players can accumulate leaderboard points throughout the tour, with the top player receiving a £5,000 PartyPoker Tour package. PartyPoker also plans to send 1,000 online players to these events through satellites starting at 20p. The tour marks a highly anticipated return for PartyPoker’s live events.
Source: The Scottish Sun
2. Victoria Introduces Australia’s Strictest Poker Machine Regulations
The state of Victoria is set to implement Australia’s most stringent poker machine regulations, reducing the maximum financial input from $1,000 to $100. These reforms aim to mitigate gambling harm and prevent money laundering. The legislation mandates carded play, requiring users to utilize a player card and set loss limits. A pilot program will begin in mid-2025, with a full rollout by 2027. Additionally, any new poker machines introduced post-December 2025 must have a slower spin rate. These changes respond to significant gambling losses, particularly in low socioeconomic regions.
Source: The Guardian
3. Poker Pro Pleads Guilty in $25 Million Sports Betting Fraud Scheme
Professional poker player Cory Zeidman has pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit wire and mail fraud as part of a $25 million sports betting scam. From 2006 to 2020, Zeidman and his associates falsely claimed to have insider information on fixed games, convincing clients to pay for supposedly risk-free betting advice. The scheme utilized national radio advertisements to attract customers and amassed millions from victims’ savings and retirement accounts. Zeidman has agreed to pay approximately $3.7 million in restitution to his victims and may face up to 20 years in prison.
Source: New York Post
Poker Tips for Beginners
Understanding Poker Hand Rankings
According to a detailed guide by PokerNews, knowing poker hand rankings is the foundation of poker success, especially for beginners. Hand rankings dictate how players evaluate their chances of winning a hand. Without this knowledge, even the best strategies fall apart. Let’s break down essential tips for mastering hand rankings.
Key Tips:
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- Memorize the Hierarchy of Hands
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- Learn the order from the Royal Flush to a High Card. Start with basic charts or apps like PokerStars’ Poker School tools.
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- Memorize the Hierarchy of Hands
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- Practice Spotting Winning Hands Quickly
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- Use online poker calculators to practice identifying which hand wins in various scenarios. Studies from PokerStrategy.com show players who practice hand recognition make better in-game decisions.
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- Practice Spotting Winning Hands Quickly
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- Understand Hand Probabilities
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- Knowing how often certain hands occur can improve your play. For instance, a pair of Aces pre-flop only occurs roughly 0.45% of the time. Use odds calculators like the ones on Upswing Poker.
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- Understand Hand Probabilities
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- Use Cheat Sheets While Learning
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- Beginners should keep a simple cheat sheet handy during games. This allows you to quickly reference hand rankings and strengthen your memory over time.
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- Use Cheat Sheets While Learning
Conclusion:
Understanding hand rankings is non-negotiable for poker beginners. Practice daily, use tools, and internalize probabilities to gain an edge. Start applying this knowledge in small-stakes games, and you’ll feel the improvement in your confidence and gameplay.
Advanced Strategies
“An analysis by PokerStrategy.com explains that adapting to opponents’ styles is critical for outmaneuvering them.”
What to Do:
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- Exploit tight-aggressive players with controlled aggression.
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- Counter loose-aggressive players by trapping with strong hands.
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- Play straightforward against passive players to avoid unnecessary risks..
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- Identify style shifts based on opponents’ actions.
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- Adjust your range to exploit their weaknesses.
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- Avoid over-adjusting and exposing your own tendencies.
Source:
“Adjusting to Player Types.” PokerStrategy.com (https://www.pokerstrategy.com)
Health and Nutrition
The Impact of Sleep and Circadian Rhythms on Poker Performance
“Research in the Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine highlights how quality sleep improves decision-making and reduces stress.”
Actionable Advice:
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- Aim for 7–9 hours of sleep consistently.
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- Use blue light-blocking glasses if playing online late at night.
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- Schedule sessions to align with your natural peak alertness times.
Key Takeaways:
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- Quality sleep boosts memory and focus.
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- Avoid late-night sessions if they disrupt sleep.
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- Use power naps to recharge during breaks.
Lexy’s Latest
I just got back from Thunder Valley Casino in Lincoln California where I was playing in the World Series of Poker circuit events and I had a great time! I cashed three out of four tournaments, including the $400/$50,000 guarantee, the $400 knockout tournament and the $1,700/$500,000 guaranteed Main Event.
Next I had up to Sunriver Oregon for some rest and relaxation and some awesome cash games at the Bend Poker Room. Follow the action on my YouTube channel Lexy Gavin Poker!
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