It is always the best five cards that make a five card poker hand that determines the winner loser or split. Holdem is played with seven cards, and the two cards that are not part of the best five card hand count for absolutely nothing in determining if a pot is won lost or split.

There is no one algorithm. The game is a combination of luck and skill. It also has factors such as the number of players in a hand, and where your seating position is relative to the dealer.

According to the Facts & Factors research, the Global Online Poker Market Size was valued USD 76.7 billion in 2024 and is predicted to reach USD 170.12 billion by 2030 with a CAGR of 12.5%. To play poker via the internet, players can use a variety of services and systems that make this possible.

Who is the richest poker player ever? Andy Beal. Although he earned his money in the world of business, his participation in the biggest poker game ever played makes him a key part of poker history and the richest poker player ever. Andy Beal's a net worth is aroundR$10 billion.