Flop Analysis
Betting small is fine, but checking is the preferred strategy to protect our range when out of position on an Ace-high board.
While we have top pair and a flush draw, checking OOP protects our range and prevents us from getting blown off our equity by a raise.
Betting small is fine, but checking is the preferred strategy to protect our range when out of position on an Ace-high board.
The turn Jd is a significant card that shifts the advantage toward the caller; we should almost always check here.
Note: Betting into a paired board that improves the caller's range is risky; checking is higher EV to control the pot.