SerialWinner
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Last night, I witnessed one of those moments in poker that perfectly illustrates the importance of playing the game with a clear head—and of course, a bit of humility. Two players at my table got it all in on the turn and opted to run the river twice. On the first river, the board made a straight, effectively playing itself. On the second river, it didn't change the outcome much—one player was left with two pair.
Now here's where things went sideways: when the second player asked me (as the dealer) what their opponent had, I explained it to them. They stared at the board for what felt like an eternity...then they mucked. Just like that! They didn’t realize they were getting quartered and left $2000 on the table without a fight.
It’s moments like these that remind me of a basic truth in poker: always show down your hand unless you're 100% sure it's a loser. This kind of misstep not only costs money but can derail your mindset for future hands. Poker, after all, is a game of patience, observation, and occasionally, humility.
The best part? Watching moments like these keep the game alive. There's always a lesson for the rest of us when someone forgets the basics.
So, next time you're at the table, remember: fold only when you're absolutely sure. The pot you save could be your own.
Now here's where things went sideways: when the second player asked me (as the dealer) what their opponent had, I explained it to them. They stared at the board for what felt like an eternity...then they mucked. Just like that! They didn’t realize they were getting quartered and left $2000 on the table without a fight.
It’s moments like these that remind me of a basic truth in poker: always show down your hand unless you're 100% sure it's a loser. This kind of misstep not only costs money but can derail your mindset for future hands. Poker, after all, is a game of patience, observation, and occasionally, humility.
The best part? Watching moments like these keep the game alive. There's always a lesson for the rest of us when someone forgets the basics.
So, next time you're at the table, remember: fold only when you're absolutely sure. The pot you save could be your own.