Side Pot

A 'Side Pot' in poker is a separate pot that is created when one or more players go all-in.

What is a Side Pot in Poker?

In poker, a 'Side Pot' is created when one or more players go all-in and can no longer contribute to the main pot. The players who are still able to bet create a separate pot for the remainder of the hand. This is known as the 'Side Pot'. The player who went all-in can only win the main pot, while the other players can win both the main pot and the side pot.

Understanding the Side Pot in Poker

The creation of a side pot allows the game to continue normally for the remaining players, even when one or more players have gone all-in. This ensures that every player only stands to win or lose amounts they have themselves bet.

Example of "Side Pot"

For instance, if Player A goes all-in with $10, Player B calls with $10, and Player C raises to $20, a side pot is created between Player B and Player C.

• "A side pot was created after the player went all-in."
• "She won the side pot but lost the main pot."
• "Despite being out of the main pot, he still had a chance to win the side pot."

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