Poker Prodigy Justin Bonomo Hits $6.3 Million Pot in Aria Casino
On July 4, Justin Bonomo, who is widely considered to be one of the best poker players in the world, hit a massive $6.3 million pot at the Aria Casino in Las Vegas. The pot was the result of a head-to-head battle between Bonomo and another top player, Dan Cates.
Bonomo started out the hand with a pair of kings, while Cates held two aces. The flop came down as an interesting mix of three different suits, giving both players plenty of potential for further improvement. The turn card was another king, giving Bonomo a full house and the lead in the hand.
The river card was an eight, pairing the board and giving Cates two possible outs for a winning hand. However, both of these cards failed to appear, resulting in Bonomo taking down the massive pot. This win brings his total earnings for 2018 up to over $22 million, making him one of the most successful poker players of the year.
PokerStars Launches 6+ Tables for Low Limit Players
Online poker giant PokerStars has commenced the rollout of 6+ tables for its low limit players. The new format is designed to improve the gaming experience for those playing at stakes of $0.05/$0.10 and below.
The new tables will be accessible through the PokerStars desktop client and mobile apps, and will initially be available in six countries: France, Italy, Spain, Portugal, Belgium, and the Netherlands. PokerStars plans to add the 6+ tables to additional countries in the coming weeks and months.
A spokesperson for PokerStars said of the launch: "We're committed to providing the best possible experience for all our players, regardless of their limits. The 6+ table format has been designed specifically with this in mind, and we're excited to see how it performs in these key markets."
PokerStars first trialed 6+ tables last year in Denmark, where they were well received by players. In addition to a more relaxed pace of play, one of the key benefits of 6+ tables is that they allow for a greater variety of games and betting options. This should provide added value for low limit players who are looking to mix up their game and explore new possibilities.
Nevada Casino Debuts 6+ Poker Tables
The eagerly anticipated 6+ poker tables are now open at the casino in downtown Reno. The new tables offer a unique experience for poker players, with enlarged betting areas and comfortable seating for six players.
"This is something that we're really excited about," said the casino's marketing director. "We feel like it's going to be a big draw for people who want to play poker."
According to the marketing director, the casino has been working on the concept of 6+ poker tables for over two years. "It was important to us that we get it right," she said. "We wanted to make sure that the tables were comfortable and that the betting area was large enough."
The new tables have been met with enthusiasm by players and staff alike. "I love them!" exclaimed one regular player. "They're so much more comfortable than regular poker tables."
Assistant casino manager Bryan agrees. "The 6+ tables are fantastic," he said. "Players can spread out and really enjoy their game."
New Poker Variant - 6+ - Gains Popularity Among Gamblers
A new poker variant that is gaining in popularity among gamblers is 6+ poker. This game is played with a regular deck of 52 cards, and the object is to make the best five-card hand using any combination of six cards. The Ace is high and the Two is low.
At the beginning of the game, each player is dealt six cards face down. The player then discards two of their cards, which are placed in the middle of the table, face up. The player then takes another card from the deck and places it face down in front of them. This card is their "flop".
The player then turn over their first three cards, which are their "flop". The player may use any two of these cards to form their five-card hand. The fourth card, called the "turn", is turned over and added to the hand. If the fifth card, called the "river", is also required to make a five-card hand, then it is turned over as well.
The best five-card hand possible using any combination of six cards (the player's original six plus their flop) wins the pot. In case of a tie, the players split the pot equally.
This game is particularly exciting because there are many more possible hands than in traditional poker - making for lots of tension and drama as players battle for the winning pot!
How to Play Poker 6+: The Basics
Learning how to play poker can seem daunting, but with a little guidance, it's easy to get started. In this article, we'll teach you the basics of the game, including the different hands and how to bet.
The goal of poker is simple: collect as many chips as possible by winning hands. The game is played with a deck of 52 cards, which are divided into four suits (clubs, diamonds, hearts, spades) and ranks (Ace through 2). In each hand, players are dealt five cards, and the player with the best hand wins the pot.
There are many different types of poker hands, and in order to win a hand you need to have one of the best combinations. The rank of each combination is listed below:
Royal flush: A royal flush is a hand that contains an Ace, King, Queen, Jack and Ten all from the same suit. This is the best possible hand in poker.
Straight flush: A straight flush is five consecutive cards all from the same suit. For example, 7-8-9-10-J from clubs would be a straight flush.
Four of a kind: Four of a kind is four cards of the same rank. For example, four 4s would be four of a kind.
Full house: A full house is three cards of one rank and two cards of another rank. For example, K-K-2-2-5 would be a full house.
Flush: A flush is five cards all from the same suit, but not in sequence. For example, 5-6-7-8-9 from clubs would be a flush.
Straight: A straight is five consecutive cards not all from the same suit. For example, 6-7-8-9-10 from any suit would be a straight.
