Blackjack Strategy & Guides at LeoVegas

Whether you're new to blackjack or you're a pro, take a look at the live blackjack guides we have to offer at LeoVegas which feature strategies, rules and other aspects of the game.

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What is a Five Card Trick in Blackjack?

Blackjack is one of the most iconic casino games in the UK, but it’s important to know how it works before playing. This certainly applies to the ‘5 card trick’ or the ‘5 card Charlie’ as it’s also known.

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How to play a pair of 6s in blackjack

Should you split or hit with a pair of sixes? One of the hardest hands in Blackjack, check out our guide to playing Double 6 here at LeoVegas.

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What is Insurance in Blackjack?

The concept of Insurance in Blackjack is a fairly simple one. However, the correct execution of insurance isn't a simple! While some players simply pretend the concept doesn't exist, others believe it can be profitable in gameplay, check out our guide to Insurance here.

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Differences Between Blackjack & Pontoon

Despite belief blackjack and pontoon are their own distinct games. In this article, we’ll explore the differences between them so that you can find the perfect fit for your playstyle.

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What is the 2-1-2 Strategy in Blackjack?

Few table games are as skill-based as blackjack. This doesn’t mean that you don’t still need a big dose of luck to win, of course, but employing even basic strategy can significantly improve your chances of winning. That’s where the 2-1-2 betting system comes into play!

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How to Play with A Dealer Upcard of 10

Few dealer upcards in blackjack are as feared as the 10. This card all but guarantees that the dealer has a strong hand, how should you play when this happens? Check out our strategy guide here.

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Worst Starting Hands in Blackjack

Few games are as universally popular as blackjack and understanding hand strengths can make or break your round. Give yourself the best chance of success by reading our guide!

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Best Starting Hands in Blackjack

Understanding basic strategy can help improve your chances of winning significantly. In this article, we’ll give you the knowledge you need to maximise your chances of winning.

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9 Common Blackjack Mistakes You Might Be Making

Blackjack is one of the most popular casino games in the world, and is played by people all around the globe, so it's only natural mistakes are made, how many of our top nine are you doing? Find out here!

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How to play a pair of 5s in blackjack

Are you wondering what to do with a pair of fives? Should you split? Double Down? Hit? Well, a pair of fives is one of the only hands where advise stays consistent no matter the dealers upcard, find out what we recommend here at LeoVegas.

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How to play a pair of 9s in blackjack

With most 'pair' hands, splitting is a solid option but with a pair of nines, the potential goes beyond 'solid'. However, it all depends on the dealers upcard, find out what our recommendations are for a pair of 9s against each upcard.

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How to play a pair of 7s in blackjack

Blackjack is one of the most popular table games in history. You most likely already know the basics but what to do with a pair of 7s isn't the basics, find out our strategy guide for the pair of 7s hand and what you should do based on the dealers upcard.

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How to play a pair of 8s in blackjack

You may be wondering, ‘Do I split a pair of 8s in blackjack?’ And we have the answers your looking for! Typically, we'd argue yes but the dealers upcard always comes into consideration! Read our thoughts here.

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How to a Pair of 3s Play Blackjack

A pair of threes isn't what most players look for when hands are drawn in Blackjack but it is a winnable hand, find the odds of success for a pair of threes and our strategy guide to see how players should play this hand.

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How to play a Pair of 10s in Blackjack

When a pair of tens lands in Blackjack, players may think they've hit the promised land! However, if played wrong, a Pair of tens could lead to players losing DOUBLE their money. Find our strategy guide for a pair of 10s here.

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How to Play a Hard 16 in Blackjack

When the hard 16 appears in Blackjack, it feels like a head in hands moment but the hand is winnable! Check out our strategy guide to try and maximise your chances of success.

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How to Play a Soft 19 in Blackjack

Soft 19 looks like a perfect hand on paper but when the dealers upcard isn't in your favour, chances of success change. Find our strategy guide for a soft 19 here!

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How to play a pair of 4s in blackjack

Blackjack is a popular game many reasons but the biggest is it’s easy to play! But a pair of 4s can be a very difficult hand to play, check out our strategy guide for a pair for 4s in Blackjack here.

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How to Play a Soft 18 in Blackjack

Despite being a very strong hand, a soft 18 can cause problems depending on the dealers upcard, how should you play? Check out our strategy guide to master the soft 18 strategy.

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How to Play a Soft 16 in Blackjack

A soft 16 in Blackjack is one of the most confusing hands in Blackjack, what should you do? How should you play? Find out everything you need to know to play a Soft 16 in Blackjack

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How to Play a Pair of 2s in Blackjack?

Blackjack is a popular game and one of the most researched questions is how to play a pair of deuces! As we strive to answer all our players questions, check out our guide to playing a pair of 2s in Blackjack!

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How to play Blackjack Perfect Pairs

Perfect pairs is one of the most widely used side bets in blackjack but when used incorrectly can actually reduce your chances of success, read our guide to Blackjack Perfect Pairs here!

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Blackjack Rules

While the game of Blackjack has dozens of variations, the standard rules of the game often remain similar but where they differ could catch you out! Check out LeoVegas' Blackjack Rules guide and make sure you're always ready for what comes next!

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How often does the dealer bust in blackjack?

Have you ever wondered how likely dealers are to bust? Find out the answer to this and also what to expect when it happens right here at LeoVegas!

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Blackjack odds Explained

What are the odds of winning at blackjack? We unpack blackjack odds vs house, including blackjack perfect strategy odds, and 6-deck blackjack odds.

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How do Blackjack Side Bets Work?

## How Do Side Bets Work in Blackjack? Blackjack Side Bets can take the most popular table game in the world to new levels! Develop a better understanding of these bet variants by reading this article, which provides a detailed description of thirteen different side bets!

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How to play soft 17 in blackjack

The Soft 17 in Blackjack is arguably one of the most frustrating hands available, particularly if the dealers card aren't in your favour, stuck on what to do? Check out our How to Play Soft 17s in Blackjack blog to master this tricky situation.

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21+3 blackjack Side Bet Guide

The 21+3 blackjack side bet combines two card games together, in that as well as playing a standard game of blackjack, you’ll also bring three-card poker into the mix. Want to up the ante? Check out this popular side bet here.

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How to Play Double Down in Blackjack?

There’s a handful of extra bets available in blackjack beyond hitting and standing, Doubling Down is the most popular. The bet provides extra risk and extra reward but how can you make the most of this in your game? Find out in our How to Double Down guide.

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Playing aces in blackjack

Getting an Ace in Blackjack is a huge boost to a hand. However, overconfidence can lead to a poorly played hand and as a result a loss from a winning position, read our guide and find out how to and how NOT to play Aces in Blackjack.

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Blackjack Side Bets

Blackjack is one of the most popular live casino games and features side bets you can place to enhance your playing experience. Take a look at all of the options right here at LeoVegas

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History of Blackjack

Take a look at how the game of blackjack has evolved from European to American and now a live casino setting

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Using & Understanding Blackjack Odds

As you play blackjack, players may come to recognise that different hands offer different chances of potentially beating the dealer and making 21. Take a look a the different odds for each hand here.

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How to Play Blackjack

Blackjack is one of the world’s most played live casino games, and part of its popularity is the relatively simple rules. Do you know the difference between Hit and Stand? If not, this will be the guide for you. We answer some of the most frequently asked questions here.

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Top tips on how to win at blackjack

When it comes to blackjack, there are many tips to follow when playing a hand or getting to grips with the game, and we've listed some of the most important for you to follow.

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Basic Blackjack Strategy

Are you new to the game of blackjack and want to know more about how to play the game or an old hand at the game and looking to improve your performance, read our basic blackjack strategy guide here

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