Glossary

Runner-runner draw

Backdoor - a term that is used to define incomplete hand in poker (draw hand), which requires two more specific cards to complete it. Backdoor draw can also be called runner-runner draw.

Backdoor draw types:

  • Backdoor straight draw
  • Backdoor flush draw

An example of backdoor draw:

You have a hand of    . One more spade hit the board -      . You need two more spades to complete your backdoor flush draw.