Polarized Range
A betting range consisting of very strong hands (value) and weak hands (bluffs), with few medium-strength hands. Polarized ranges are common in river betting situations where you either have a hand strong enough to bet for value or a hand weak enough that bluffing is the only way to win. GTO theory prescribes polarized ranges in many spots.
Example
On the river, you bet 150% pot. This bet size only makes sense with the nuts or a bluff — your range is polarized, meaning you either have the best hand or nothing.
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- GTO (Game Theory Optimal)- A mathematically balanced strategy that cannot be exploited by any opponent. GTO play involves using...
- Over-Bet- A bet that exceeds the current pot size. Over-bets are a polarizing play used in advanced strategy, ...