WPNOnce the turkey coma hits, our real family tradition begins: the Thanksgiving home game. By the time Grandma casually flips over an ace-high flush, you remember—at this table, she runs the show.
Tatiana FoxAfter a five-year absence, the Aussie Millions is finally making its long-awaited return to Crown Casino Melbourne — and the poker world is buzzing. Once considered the Southern Hemisphere’s crown jewel, the series built its reputation on massive prize pools, star-studded fields, and unforgettable moments that helped shape modern poker. From its iconic Main Event champions to the record-smashing $250K Super High Roller, Aussie Millions has always delivered a unique mix of prestige, adrenaline, and unmistakable Australian energy. With satellites running steadily for months and the full schedule now released, players across the globe are gearing up for one of the most anticipated comebacks in tournament history.
Rebbecca ScalesEver been asked, “What’s your HendonMob?” while playing online poker? I thought it was some kind of secret ranking — turns out, the story behind it is way better. Meet Joe Beevers, one of the men who helped build poker’s coolest origin story.
WPNThe U.S. Senate just introduced a tax amendment that could devastate professional gamblers, creators, and small businesses — while Wall Street and crypto remain protected. If passed, this rule would tax players on phantom income they never kept, pushing many out of the industry altogether.
Rebbecca ScalesThe largest Women’s High Roller in history continues today at The Venetian with 39 players left, a record prize pool, and a structure worthy of championship-level play. Day 2 plays to the final 7, with a live-streamed finale set for June 24.
Rebbecca ScalesRuth Hall’s run in the $2,500 Venetian Women’s High Roller carries more than competitive weight. After losing her husband earlier this year, she’s playing this one with heart and purpose. With 168,000 chips and a shot at the final table, Ruth stands not only as a contender but as a symbol of strength, love, and legacy in the game. As she quietly dedicated this run to him, one thing was clear: this one is for you.
Rebbecca ScalesWith a record-breaking prize pool and a star-studded field, the $2,500 Women in Poker High Roller at the Venetian wasn’t just the biggest high roller for women in history—it was a turning point. Powered by Lupe Soto’s decades-long mission and amplified by Women Poker News, this event proved what happens when women are seen, supported, and celebrated on poker’s biggest stages.
WPNThe $2,500 Women in Poker High Roller kicks off June 22 at 12:10 PM at the Venetian Poker Room. As the only High Roller Ladies Event during Ladies Week, it offers a $100K guarantee and a historic chance for women to lead the action—and the spotlight.
Rebbecca ScalesJennifer Dennis—known online as PokerinHD—is a mother of triplets, a WSOP breakout star, and now a contender in the $2,500 Women in Poker High Roller. From home games in Norman, Oklahoma to six-figure finishes on the biggest stage, she’s proving that grit, patience, and real-life experience are unbeatable skills at the table.
Rebbecca ScalesTina Stafford, known as Pkrqt, has been a dedicated voice in women’s poker for over two decades. As a WPA Advocate and lifelong supporter of women in the game, she continues to lead with presence, purpose, and quiet strength. This June, she takes her seat at the $2,500 Women’s High Roller at the Venetian—reminding us all what it means to show up, play big, and stay true.
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