Poker is a game that involves a lot of competition. It is also a game that requires a lot of etiquette. While lying and needling other players are an everyday part of playing poker, there are some lines that should never be crossed. Slow rolling a player is one of those taboos. Not only does it violate poker etiquette, but it can make you look like a complete idiot at the table. In this article, we will discuss what is slow rolling in poker and why you should avoid doing it.

What Is a Slow Roll in Poker?

A slow roll in poker is when a player deliberately delays showing their hand at showdown in order to cause their opponent to lose. This can be done by pretending to think about it, looking back at their cards, or even saying “you’re good” or “nice hand”. Slow rolling is considered poor etiquette and it will not help you win the pot.

While there is no official rule that states you cannot slow roll, it is against the spirit of the game and can be very annoying to other players at the table. It can also be embarrassing to a player and could lead them to leave the game. In some cases, it can also be considered as cheating.

If you are going to slow roll a player, it is best to do it in small or insignificant pots. This is because losing a significant amount of money in a poker hand can already be very frustrating and it may cause them to leave the game altogether. Adding insult to injury by slow rolling them can only lead to more frustration and anger.

You should also be careful not to slow roll a player that you have a history with. You don’t want to start a feud that will have long-term consequences for your poker career. Especially if you play at a major tournament, it’s best to stick with your friends and only play with people that you know you can trust.

There are some players who will disagree with this and argue that slow rolling is just as bad as pulling off a big bluff. They will point out that it is unfair to put another player on tilt and that there are better ways to do it than slow rolling. However, this argument is flawed. While it is true that it is not as bad as a big bluff, it still sends the message of childish tantrums and reflects poorly on your character. It is not worth the risk. In addition, it is a lot more difficult to get away with slow rolling online than in a live game because many people are multi-tabling and not completely focused on the current hand. Therefore, it is far more likely that a player will be caught off guard when they are slow rolled online than in a live game. For this reason, it is best to keep slow rolling offline if at all possible.