Lesson overview
3-Betting
The re-raise
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Why do aggressive players re-raise so much preflop?
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Someone raises. You have AQ. Calling is fine... but 3-betting says 'I have a hand and I'm in charge.' Suddenly THEY'RE making tough decisions.
What you’ll learn
- Value 3-bets vs light 3-bets
- When to 3-bet bluff profitably
- Optimal 3-bet sizing and frequencies
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The Two Types of 3-Bets
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3-bet = A re-raise of the initial raise
A 3-bet is a re-raise of someone's open raise. The '3' comes from limit poker history, but all you need to know: open raise → re-raise = 3-bet.
From the full lesson
Linear vs. Polarized 3-Bet Ranges
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Two distinct constructions — pick the right one for the opponent.
A linear 3-bet range is the top X% of your hands ranked by raw equity: AA-TT, AK, AQs, KQs. You're 3-betting because you hold the best hands — value-heavy with low bluff frequency. Mid-strength hands like JJ-TT or AQ anchor the bottom of a linear range and get 3-bet rather than called.
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