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Phua Wei Seng Paul
Paul Phua only took up Texas Holdem in his 40’s – his first sporting love was ten pin bowling. But despite the late start in poker, he still became a globally respected poker star. Read about his incredible journey from a small town in Malaysia, to the biggest poker games in the world.

Paul Phua Poker Tips
What are the common tells that give poker players away? What are five good starter strategies for beginners to Texas Holdem? What are the best and worst hands pre flop? When do players bluff? Or how important is your position round the poker table? Find out the answers to these questions and more at Paul Phua’s Poker School.

Texas Holdem Poker
Do you want to refresh your knowledge of the rules of Texas Holdem Poker, or on how to bet? Maybe you’re confused by some of the terms you hear during poker night or in the casino? Or you need a reminder of hand rankings? Go back to basics and find the best tips on becoming a poker star.
Poker Strategy
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AnonI always seem to lose with pocket Jacks. Should I be raising bigger? Or maybe flat-calling?Read The Answer
AnonDo you have to be very mathematical to play poker and know all the odds? I’m more interested in the psychological aspect.Read The Answer
AnonHow should I play suited connectors? Read The Answer
AnonI’ve been told I should fold most hands pre-flop. Which starting hands should I play?Read The Answer
AnonWhenever my Aces get cracked (all the time, it seems!), it puts me on tilt so that I lose the rest of my money. How can I avoid this?Read The Answer
AnonSome people tell me I should re-raise with a flush draw on the flop. Some say I should call. How do you play a flush draw?Read The Answer
AnonI’ve lost a lot of money recently by calling river bets, thinking someone is bluffing when they aren’t. If someone has a good poker face, how can you tell?Read The Answer
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Tom DwanPaul Phua has a desire to learn and improve. He’s focused on actually playing better, and doesn’t mind admitting mistakes if he makes them. So now he is always one of the best poker players in almost any poker game he sits down in (and he often doesn’t pick easy games).
Phil IveyPaul Phua is probably the best non-pro I’ve ever played poker against. And you can call him a “non-pro” only because he’s such a successful businessman too. He’s certainly better — maybe much better — than a large percentage of professional players.
Andrew RoblPaul Phua may be the best poker player in the world who isn’t a ‘professional’. His dedication to also learning new things and improving his poker game is impressive and admirable. The effort he has put in has been reflected in his results.
Sam TrickettPaul always plays with a smile on his face and has an amazing passion for poker. They are both things that make him a positive for the game moving forward. His discipline and commitment to improving whilst playing against the best players in the world is not only impressive, but also a sign of his commitment to being a great professional.
Isaac HaxtonDespite coming to the game later in his life than most top players, Paul Phua has quickly established himself as a world class player. He has strong results in the toughest and highest stakes tournaments and cash games all over the world.
Brian RastPaul Phua is a great poker player who I’ve played with numerous times. For years he’s played in some of the biggest cash games both live and online, and from what I have seen is one of the biggest winners.
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