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Low suited aces combine 3-bet bluff power, nut flush draw potential, and blocker effects into one versatile hand.
Hands like A♠5♠ and A♥3♥ look weak in terms of raw equity. But in solver solutions, these hands are the #1 choice for 3-bet bluffs.
| Situation | Strategy |
|---|---|
| HJ vs UTG | 3-bet bluff with A5s-A3s |
| BTN vs CO | 3-bet bluff with A5s-A2s |
| BB vs BTN | 3-bet bluff with A5s-A2s (wide) |
| SB vs BTN | 3-bet bluff with A4s-A2s |
From the BTN facing a CO open, A9s-A6s may be better as calls in some spots. Being in position allows you to realize postflop value.
A♥4♥ = nut flush draw (ace-high flush)
9 outs → ≈35% equity by the river (turn alone is ≈19%)
With the nut draw, there are zero reverse implied odds
A large semi-bluff bet: fold equity + equity = highly profitable
Even if check-raised, you can call or shove (sufficient equity)
You have top pair but with a weak kicker (A4, A3, etc.). Bet 1-2 streets for value then shift to pot control as the default line.
Source: Upswing Poker, GTO Wizard Blog
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