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March
Written by Kaila.
Posted in: Poker
Poker Aces references two aces dealt pre-flop. It’s the strongest possible before theflop hand inhold’em Poker. But regardless many gamblers find themselves on the wrong end when given this hand.
When you’re given a set of Aces, you just don’t fold before theflop. You are sitting with the best achievable hand at this part of the game. So how do you bet with Poker Aces ? Do you simply go all-in? I’d say absolutely no to that.
Keep in mind, you are looking to generate as much money from this strong position. You need to maximize the opportunity. Going all-in will simply drive most players into dropping out before laying a bet.
If you are in the starting position (1st or second to place a wager), you will make a single wager. Any person with a good hand will call, with hope somebody may raise. If there has been a raise don’t hop to re-raise or call, wait for a short while – make them think you’re considering your options and then call.
After the flop your course of action will be to eliminate anyone that might be able to get a straight or a flush. So I would start to raise boldly, if you are fortunate you will fool one player into believing that you’re tricking.
If you’re in the center or later position (one of the last to cast a bet) you’ll watch as everyone calls and then raise. Even though you’re sitting with a pair of aces, if you can try to avert a show-down. Defend your hand by forcing the other players drop out after the flop. If you do not drive out your adversaries you chance losing your hand.
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