Are There Any Professional Blackjack Players?

Most people think of blackjack as a game of chance. However, there are some professional blackjack players who make a living by playing the game.

The basic strategy of blackjack is to try to get as close to 21 as possible without going over. The dealer also tries to get as close to 21 as possible, but he has to stop at 17.

If the player and dealer have the same score, it is a push (tie).

The player has an advantage over the dealer because the dealer has to follow certain rules, such as always hitting on 16 and below and always standing on 17 and above. The player can also choose to hit or stand on any hand, which gives him more control over the game.

Some professional blackjack players use card counting techniques to keep track of the cards that have been played. This information is used to make betting and playing decisions based on the likelihood of certain cards being dealt.

Card counting is not illegal, but casinos may ask you to leave if they suspect you are doing it.

So, while there are some professional blackjack players out there, the vast majority of people who play the game do so for fun and recreation.