Although we're at the Grand Finale of the European Poker Tour, there are strict rules that state "English only at the tables." While a hand is in play, the only language players are allowed to speak is English even if they have mucked their cards. When the entire hand is over, players can converse in their native tongues until the next hand is dealt out. This is to prevent collusion and to protect the integrity of the game.
"Of course, there are a lot of French players here," mentioned one of the members of the tournament staff. "It's not easy telling them that they can't speak French in their own backyards, especially when they have folded but the hand is still ongoing. But for the most part everyone complies with the rules with a handful of exceptions."
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