Description
This newly expanded, fully updated edition of Secrets of Professional Tournament Poker is a definitive guide for anyone looking to excel in poker tournaments. Originally published in two volumes in 2011 and 2012, the book quickly became a critical and commercial success. Over the past decade, the understanding of poker has evolved significantly, and this edition reflects the latest thinking in the game.
Authored by Jonathan Little, a highly respected and successful poker player, this guide is split into seven comprehensive sections, each designed to provide a thorough understanding of the different aspects of tournament poker:
1. How Tournaments Work: This section explains why tournaments are a profitable form of poker and covers the basic concepts that are crucial for success.
2. Playing Deep Stacked: Focuses on strategies for when players have stacks of 50 big blinds or more. It covers pre-flop and post-flop play, providing detailed insights into making the right moves when playing with deeper stacks.
3. Playing Mid Stacked: Addresses the complexities of playing with stack depths between 27 and 50 big blinds. This section emphasizes the necessary adjustments as stacks shorten and all-in decisions become more frequent.
4. Playing Short Stacked: Concentrates on play with less than 27 big blinds. This section is critical for understanding the ranges and plays that maximize survival and opportunities when the stakes are highest.
5. The Late Stages: As players near the prize money, this section delves into the essential adjustments needed to navigate the bubble and final stages of a tournament. It covers concepts such as risk premium and the Independent Chip Model (ICM), which are crucial for securing a major prize.
6. Hand Examples: This practical section tests your understanding of the strategies covered, using real-world hand examples to reinforce the concepts discussed in the previous sections.
With this guide, Jonathan Little provides players with the tools and knowledge needed to succeed in the ever-evolving world of tournament poker. Whether you’re a novice or an experienced player, Secrets of Professional Tournament Poker is an invaluable resource that will help you improve your game and increase your chances of winning big in poker tournaments.
