In Blackjack, the hole card is the second card dealt to the dealer, which stays face down while the first card is shown to all players. The dealer’s strategy and the outcome of the round are significantly influenced by this hidden card, as it completes the dealer’s hand. Players must decide on their actions based on the visible card while the hole card remains a mystery. Once all players have made their moves, the hole card is revealed, and the dealer completes their hand according to house rules.
Hole Card Example
Example: In a Blackjack game, the dealer shows a 7 as their face-up card, while the hole card is still hidden. Players make their decisions based on the visible 7. After all moves are made, the hole card is revealed to be a 9, bringing the dealer’s total to 16, which requires the dealer to hit.