Flop Analysis
Folding here is a critical mistake. We have trips with a strong kicker and a backdoor flush draw on a board that heavily favors our preflop raising range. **Ranges:** We have the nut advantage with all the strongest Ax (AK, AQ, AJ) and AA/66, while CO's calling range is more condensed with pocket pairs and suited connectors that are now drawing thin. **Math:** With 87% equity against CO's range, we are a massive favorite. Folding gives up our entire share of the pot in a spot where we should be focused on building the pot or inducing bluffs. **Sizing:** A small c-bet (around 30% pot) is preferred to keep CO's wide range of pocket pairs and air in, maximizing our value while maintaining a high frequency of betting. --- > **Takeaway:** Never fold trips on the flop as the aggressor; you have a massive equity advantage and must play for value.
Note: Folding trips on the flop is a massive error; we have 87% equity and should be betting for value or checking to trap.