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In poker, the showdown is the final phase of a hand where all remaining players reveal their cards to determine the winner. This occurs after the final round of betting is complete. The player with the best hand according to the game's rules wins the pot.

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Showdown

In poker, the showdown is the final phase of a hand where all remaining players reveal their cards to determine the winner. This occurs after the final round of betting is complete. The player with the best hand according to the game's rules wins the pot.

Example

After the river card was dealt, the two remaining players went to a showdown, revealing their hands to see who had the winning combination.

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