In the money
★☆☆ITM
Basic Definition
"In the Money" (abbreviated as ITM) refers to the state of being within the prize-winning positions in a poker tournament. It is a system where a certain number of top players among the participants can win prizes, and once a player surpasses that line, they are considered "In the Money."
Specific Situation
- In a tournament with 100 participants, where the top 15 players win prize money, the remaining 15 players are considered "in the money" once the player in 16th place is eliminated.
- There is a moment in the middle of the tournament when the "bubble" (the last person outside the prize money) is determined, and immediately after that, players enter the "in the money" phase as prize winnings are secured.
Important Information
- When being in the money is confirmed, many players tend to change their play style, becoming more aggressive and aiming to move up in the prize rankings.
- Depending on the participant's goals in the tournament, their strategy can vary greatly, whether they aim to finish "in the money" or to win the championship.
Examples of Term Usage
"This time, I'm going to focus on playing carefully and aim to finish in the money."