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Poker Is a Game of Maths and Odds

So how do you take advantage of the mistakes that bad players often make, and gain an edge over your opponents? Well, it really isn’t all that complicated. In a nutshell, if you want to win at poker , you must constantly apply the following rule: Put less money in the pot when you are at a statistical disadvantage, and invest more money when you have a statistical advantage. Bluffing is the second key aspect of winning at poker. Being able to read your opponent is essential because, that way, you can force them to fold a better hand and therefore earn more money. Poker is a straightforward game on paper. Now, in theory, this probably sounds pretty easy. However, most poker players’ biggest problem is dealing with losses when the maths was in their favour. For example, let’s say you’ve entered a poker tournament and waited patiently for the croupier to deal you a strong hand. You got an AA, put all your money in the middle before a flop and won against somebody else’s QQ. ...