Texas Hold'em
How to Play the Game
The Player to the left of the Dealer begins the game by
posting the blind bets. The Player on the Dealer's left
posts a Small Blind bet, and the Player on the Small Blind's
left posts a Big Blind bet. Note: The Dealer's position
at the table changes after every game. The dealer button
(D) shows the Dealer's position at the table.
Two pocket cards are dealt to each Player.
In the first round, the Player to the Big Blind's left
plays first and can either:
· Fold
· Bet
· Raise
Note: In the first round, betting is capped at one bet and
three raises per Player. Players cannot Check in the first
betting round because the Blinds are bets, not antes.
In the second round, three community cards are dealt. This
is called the Flop. A round of betting follows, and Players
can either:
· Check
· Fold
· Call
· Raise
In the third round, a fourth community card is dealt. This
is called the Turn. Another round of betting follows.
In the fourth round, a fifth and final community card is
dealt. This is called the River Card. The final round of
betting follows. The remaining Players then use their two
pocket cards and the five community cards to create the
best five-card hand possible. The winner takes the pot.
Note: If two or more Players have the same hand, the pot
is split equally between them.
Tips
To improve your chances of winning, use the following strategies:
Five of the total Seven-Cards are viewable on the second
round of betting. This gives you a good idea of how strong
your final hand could be.
To complete a possible winning combination, it is important
to consider how the five community cards interact with your
hidden hand.
Fold when necessary. You have not lost much if you have
a worthless hand and decide to fold early in the game.
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