In this week’s Calling the Clock we bring you up to speed on a series of breaking stories from PokerStars; a reacquainted love between the World Series of Poker and PokerNews, and much more.

PokerStars fired a shot across the bow of partypoker this week when they announced plans to move the PokerStars Championships into Sochi, Russia. Two months had passed since partypoker created waves when they revealed plans to take their Millions National event into the home of the 2014 Winter Olympics. PokerStars created a tidal wave. The largest online poker room in the universe has promised to deliver the largest festival of poker, Russia has ever seen.

Your move, party.

The Red Spade sprung another surprise when they did an about turn and focused on improving the ecosystem for the grinders. After slamming them harder than a Sam Groth serve for the past few years, PokerStars are now sliding their arm around their waist.