Esfandiari’s Triumphant Return Could Spark Another Middle Eastern Poker Boom

Antonio Esfandiari at the 2007 National Heads-Up Poker Championship
Excerpt: Antonio Esfandiari, known as "The Magician," has returned to the poker scene with a stunning display of skill, rekindling memories of his legendary status. From his early days as a magician to becoming one of poker's biggest names, Esfandiari's journey inspired a surge of interest in the Middle East.
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Most Popular Poker Types and Tips for Beginners

Most Popular Poker Types and Tips for Beginners - Gifts for Card Players
Poker is one of the most popular card games globally. The exciting mix of luck and skill makes this game the top pick for millions worldwide. As with many other table games, poker has several popular variations. Even though the rules differ, it all comes down to making the winning hand by combining cards in your hands and from the community cards. There are numerous winning hands to consider, making it challenging to predict what your opponent might be going for. This article will go over the most popular poker types you can find and mention a couple of valuable tips to consider.
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How Poker Platforms on Your Website Can Enhance Gameplay and Strategy

Online Poker Platforms on Your Website Can Enhance Gameplay
Have you thought about installing a Poker Platform on your computer? Here are some advantages and answers to frequently asked questions.
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Everything you need to know about live poker in crypto casinos

How to Have the Most Fun Gambling Online? - Gifts for Card Players
Poker is one of the oldest casino games in the gambling world. The popularity of this classic game has grown even more thanks to the introduction of online casinos. You can now play the crypto game from wherever you are on your mobile phone or any desktop device.
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How to play Poker if you live in Pennsylvania?

How to play Poker if you live in Pennsylvania? - Gifts for Card Players

How to play Poker if you live in Pennsylvania?

So you live in Pennsylvania and want to play poker. Maybe your friend group isn’t into the game, or maybe they just aren’t much of a challenge for you. Whatever the case, you may find yourself seeking out new ways to play against other people. A casino is naturally the place to find a consistent poker table, but have you thought about an online casino?

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How to Take Your Poker Skills to the Next Level

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How to Take Your Poker Skills to the Next Level

Have you recently made the switch to playing “serious poker” and you feel out of your depth? Or maybe you’ve been playing for some time but are struggling to turn consistent wins regularly. If you are either, this article is for you.

Firstly, know that you’re not alone feeling clueless or only just breaking even. A large percentage of poker players are in these exact positions,

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The Poker Hands- Explained and Ranked

The Poker Hands- Explained and Ranked - Gifts for Card Players

The Poker Hands- Explained and Ranked

The game of poker has changed radically since it first began. In fact, there are now many variants of the game out. If you want to make sure that you are making the most out of the hands you are dealt, then this is the guide for you.

High Card

This is actually the bottom of the ladder. If you have a high-card hand then this is otherwise known as a no pair hand.

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Poker: The ever-popular game you need to play!

Poker: The ever-popular game you need to play! - Gifts for Card Players

Poker: The ever-popular game you need to play!

Poker has become an extremely popular game since its development in the early 19th century. The popularity of poker flourished after the game was televised. The game has gradually become a professional game played for multimillion-dollar prizes from a recreational game played by a few people. 

The Game of Poker

Poker is an easy enough game to understand. It can be played between 2 to 10 players.

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The 8 most famous poker players in the world

The 8 most famous poker players in the world - Gifts for Card Payers
In 2010, the International Mind Sports Association (IMSA) classified poker as a mind sport, which puts it on par with such games as bridge and chess. The players are competing in poker tournaments for huge cash prizes and gifts. Poker gives everyone a chance, as the player who used to fall behind can win millions of dollars and instantly become one of the most successful poker players on the planet.
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Top 6 Places to Play Poker in Dublin

Best Places to Play Poker in Dublin - Gifts for Card Players
Dublin is far from being the poker capital of the world. If you expect to see the pompous casinos like in Vegas there, forget about it. Dublin is another kind of chic. Here's our top 6 places to play.
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The Enduring Appeal of Texas Hold ‘em

Texas Hold'em brings Marines to The Zone

The Enduring Appeal of Texas Hold ‘em

When I was a little girl, my father set up a family poker night every Sunday after our roast dinner. We played Cowboy, Spit in the Ocean, Low Ball, Acey-Deucy-One-Eyed-Jack and all sorts of other really fun games. Now, decades later, when I get together with my brothers or friends to play, they always want to play Texas Hold’em. Huh? But why, I cry.

Some card games have made such a significant impact that it seems as if they have been around forever.

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Dogs Playing Poker

Dogs Playing Poker

Dogs Playing Poker

By Alex J Coyne © Gifts for Card Players

Before their viral popularity, these paintings were featured on cigar boxes.

When was the last time you saw a painting of dogs playing poker? Now, when was the last time you really thought of a dog playing poker? It turns out the painting has a richer history than you would expect…

The Paintings

“Dogs Playing Poker”

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The Best of Poker Documentaries

Drawing Dead: The Highs and Lows of Online Poker
They say it takes 10, 000 hours to become adept in any field. With poker, sometimes it’s all about watching the game, and nobody’s ever said that you can’t fill up some of those hours by watching some movies about poker. Here are Alex's picks for some of the best poker documentaries out there.
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