In the center of the table is two-and-a-half, million dollars. Two men sit across from this table staring each other down. Scrutinizing each other’s every move. Hundreds of people position themselves around the table watching silently. The room is so quiet one can drop a pin and hear its delightful sound echo. Both men try hard to remain focused on the situation, but the enticing aroma of two and a half million dollars is in the air. The tension at the table can be cut with a knife. Phil gets up from his seat, glares across at Johnny, and makes his move.
The name is Texas Hold’em. Texas Hold’em is a game which matches wits against an opponent. It’s known as the Cadillac of poker. It is an exciting card game which tests a person’s intestinal fortitude. T
The game is down to two contestants, Phil and Johnny, contending for the world championship of poker. Phil throws all of his chips into the pot. Johnny is virtually motionless this hand, trying not to give away his enthusiasm over the two aces in hand. Johnny has been betting strong because he has the best two cards in hand. Phil bets along with him not giving an inch. This hand will decide the winner of two and a half million dollars. Phil has nothing in hand and is trying to bluff a victory. Johnny moves all his chips into the middle of the table. Phil restlessly waits for Johnny to throw over his cards. Phil knows Johnny has him beat. The sweat is rolling off of Phil’s brow profusely. Johnny’s grin spreads ear to ear, his white teeth barely exposed. Chan throws over th
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