Russian Poker

Rules

1. 1Place an ante and receive five cards
2. 2The dealer also receives five cards and turns one face up
3. 3Play (2x the ante) or fold
4. 4You may buy a sixth card for the ante amount
5. 5You may exchange cards for the ante amount
6. 6The dealer must have ace-king or better to open

Strategy tips

• • Always play a pair or better
• • Consider buying a sixth card with a four-card flush or straight
• • Remember the ace-king rule — if the dealer cannot open, only the ante is paid