Was this a fold? (Phil Helmuth pushing and exposing cards past the line)
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May 6th, 2022 at 6:38:11 AM
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Quote: Gandler
Even if we give him the total benefit of the doubt as far as intention and action, I don't think its right (even if legal) to show other players your cards while still in the hand.
I think at most casinos in cash games it is widely accepted to show your hand to try and get a read on the player.
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May 7th, 2022 at 8:59:08 AM
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Quote: DRichQuote: Gandler
Even if we give him the total benefit of the doubt as far as intention and action, I don't think its right (even if legal) to show other players your cards while still in the hand.
I think at most casinos in cash games it is widely accepted to show your hand to try and get a read on the player.
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I agree (I don't love it), but it is what it is.
In this scenario it was more the totality of the circumstance, flipping his cards (to his friend) in an odd manner, when it was assumed he folded the opponent flipped his cards and got talked into "folding up" and paying a penalty (it seemed like he did not really understand the deal that was being offered).
