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An Illustrated Guide to Learning About Poker Position

One of the first terms you hear bandied about at the poker table is "position" -- as in "I've got position on you," or "I hate getting this hand in early position."

Position in poker refers to where a player sits in reference other players. If someone says "I've got position on you" -- it means he's sitting to your left, and will always act after you.

Most often, position is used to define where a player sits relative to the dealer and whether you'll be first or last to act in a round of betting.
  1. An Illustrated Guide to Learning About Poker Position
  2. Dealer Position
  3. Early Position in Poker
  4. Middle Position in Poker
  5. Late Position in Poker

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