A perfect illustration of what it feels like to have your aces cracked in the cruel game of poker (no limit, limit, hold’em)

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The game of poker is a cruel game of skill – and chance. While pocket aces – also known as the Rockets, pocket rockets, AA, American Airline – are the best starting hand, they are still at best an 80% favorite against pretty much any hand. This image captures how it feels to have your aces cracked.

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Size: 4970px × 3415px
Location: Canada
Photo credit: © Freiheit / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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