Update: WSOP Champ Joe Hachem Eliminated From Aussie Millions Poker Tournament
Having outlasted 361 other players, Joe Hachem’s run at the Aussie Millions has finally ended. The 2005 WSOP poker champion lasted until the middle of day three in the five-day tournament. Hachem, who lives in Australia, became the unofficial focus of the prestigious poker tournament due to his superstar status and Down Under residence.
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Poker dictionary:
- OVERCALL - To call a bet after one or more players already called.
- LIVE BLIND - The last and largest blind bet may or may not be LIVE. If LIVE, the blind bettor has the option of "raising" his own blind in the event the bet is called around to him. This is normal, and is sometimes referred to as "blinds are live".
- CHECK RAISE - To check initially, then raise a bet made later on in the same betting round. Frequently a sign of strength, but may be a bluff.
- WHEEL - A-2-3-4-5. Usually discussed in the context of lowball where it is the best possible hand. Can also refer to a 5-high straight in high games. Also: BICYCLE.
- LOOSE - Playing more hands than the norm. Antonym: TIGHT.
- SUITED - Two or more cards all the same suit. Ant: OFF-SUIT.
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