Good Evening. And “Happy Monday!” - .. I can’t tell if hearing that helps get me through my Mondays or if the phrase just adds an extra sting to my morning commute.

Nonetheless, hoping your weekend was filled with tons of pots pushed in your direction! Here is the latest in the poker space. Enjoy!

Poker News

Patrik Antonius Wins High Roller Tournament - Surpasses $20 Million in Career Earnings

As if hanging out in Monaco isn’t a victory in itself, over the weekend, well known poker star Patrik Antonius wins the €100,000 Super High Roller at the 2024 PokerStars European Poker Tour in Monte Carlo, Monaco. Antonius managed to outlast a competitive final table, including names like Juan Pardo, Ben Heath, David Yan and Christoph Vogelsang.

Sequence of the final hand:

Vogelsand: limp-call with A❤️5♣️ from the button

Antonius: Shoves all-in with 30 big blinds with A♣️9♠️

Run out: K♣️ Q♦️ 4♣️ Q♣️ 9❤️

And just like that, Antonius becomes $2,124,835 richer - that easy!

This win not only boosted his career earnings past $20 million but also underscored his legendary status with his second major EPT title. 🏆

Poker Player Ryan Garcia Upsets Heavily Favored Devin Haney in What Should Have Been a Title Fight

Boxer Ryan Garcia shocked the boxing world with a stunning upset victory over Devin Haney, prevailing by majority decision and advances to a 24-1-0 record. Originally slated for the WBC welterweight title, Garcia's win was bittersweet as he was ineligible for the belt due being 3.2 pounds over the 140-pound threshold. Nevertheless, his dominance in the ring, including multiple knockdowns of Haney, showcased his undeniable talent.

But how does he fare in the poker ring? Garcia hasn’t been in the poker scene since the 2023 WSOP, where he managed to reach Day 4 in the $10,000 Main Event but was K.O’d in 566th place out of 10,400 for $36,500. He’s also made a few appearances on Hustler Casino Live, where he’s lost a cumulative $80,000 - A wrinkle to his over $20 million net worth.

Ouch. I suppose that’s what happens when you try to bluff a legend like Garret Adelstein in a $55,025 pot. Check it out here:

Did You Know?

Poker is More Than 1000 Years Old

Poker's roots run deep, stretching back centuries before the Wild West era! Historians believe poker first originated in 10th century China or a Persian game called “as nas,". From there, it made its way to France, then Canada, and exploded onto the American scene.

So the next time you and your buddies are playing a friendly cash game at the house and they tell you that your poker chips are worn and outdated, tell them that you can always bust out the Daric if they prefer.

Can’t Miss: Hand of The Week

The 2nd Largest Pot in The Lodge History:

What would you have done in this situation?

Challenge: Test Your Skills

Level: Intermediate

Suppose your opponent bets $10 on the flop into a $20 pot. What is your price to call (expressed as a %)?

A – 20%
B – 25%
C – 33%
D – 50%

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Answer:

The correct answer is B.

You are being paid 3 to 1 to call in this scenario (calling $10 to win $30), which equates to 25%. This means you must win the pot at least 25% of the time for your call to break even.

Free Time: Other News

Poker Pro Matthew Bergart Murdered; “Wrong Place at the Wrong Time”

In somber news; Canadian high stakes poker player Matthew Bergart, known as the "Mysterious Canadian," was tragically murdered in a targeted heist in Toronto. Just 30 years old, Bergart was fatally shot during a robbery at a townhome in the early hours, last Thursday morning. Despite his online poker prowess, with battles against top players on GGPoker, Bergart's promising career was cut short.

All of the details: https://www.tps.ca/organizational-chart/specialized-operations-command/detective-operations/investigative-services/homicide/case/25/2024/