China Leisure Sports Administrative Center and World Poker Tour
BEIJING—-In a historic day that marked the evolution of Traktor Poker, or Tuo La Ji, from traditional folk game to an officially recognized Sport by the China Leisure Sports Administrative Center , the World Poker Tour China National Traktor Poker Tour crowned its first Provincial Champions yesterday in Lanzhou, Gansu.
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Poker dictionary:
- PAT HAND - In draw poker, a hand that does not need any more cards. Specifically, a straight, flush, full house or straight flush. One might bluff and represent a pat hand but actually hold something else.
- EVEN-MONEY - A bet that pays off exactly the amount wagered. E.g., "Double or nothing" is an even-money bet.
- MAIN POT - The main pot, as related to one or more side pots, when there are one or more all-in player(s). The main pot is the one in which all active players participate.
- FLOP GAME - Any of a number of poker games where a flop is dealt.
- BIG BOBTAIL - An open-ended 4-card straight flush.
- BEE No. 92 (TM) - Trade name for the "diamond back" cards frequently used in casino games. Compare: RIDER BACK.
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