UTG+1 Fold to 3-Bet
UTG+1 Fold to 3-Bet
The frequency with which a player in the UTG+1 position folds to a 3-bet after opening the pot.
Overview
UTG+1 Fold to 3-Bet is a poker statistic that measures how often a player in the UTG+1 position (the seat immediately to the left of under the gun) folds when facing a 3-bet after raising first in. This stat is commonly used in online tracking software like PokerTracker or Hold'em Manager to analyze opponent tendencies and adjust strategy.
Calculation
The stat is calculated as: (Number of times player folded to a 3-bet from UTG+1) / (Total number of times player faced a 3-bet from UTG+1). For example, if a player opened from UTG+1 ten times, was 3-bet five times, and folded three of those, their UTG+1 Fold to 3-Bet would be 60%.
Strategic Importance
UTG+1 is an early position, meaning the player acts early post-flop and faces many players yet to act pre-flop. A high fold to 3-bet percentage (e.g., >60%) indicates that the player is exploitable: opponents can profitably 3-bet them with a wide range, forcing frequent folds. Conversely, a low percentage (<40%) suggests the player often continues (by calling or 4-betting) when 3-bet, which can discourage light 3-bets.
Typical solid players might have a UTG+1 Fold to 3-Bet of around 50-60% in cash games, though this varies by stakes, opponent pool, and game type. In tournaments, ICM considerations can push this higher, especially near the bubble or with shallow stacks.
Adjustments
If an opponent has a very high fold to 3-bet from UTG+1, you can profitably 3-bet them with a wider range, including hands you might otherwise fold. Conversely, if they rarely fold, you should tighten your 3-betting range and avoid bluffing, as they will often call or raise.
Sample Hands (Typical Cases)
- High fold player (70%): A tight-aggressive regular opens from UTG+1 with A♠Q♣. You 3-bet from the button with 9♣8♣. They fold, yielding a profitable bluff.
- Low fold player (30%): A loose-passive recreational opens from UTG+1 with K♦J♦. You 3-bet from the cutoff with A♥K♠. They call. On a flop of J♠7♣2♦, they check, you bet, they call. Their low fold tendency suggests they will continue with many hands, so you should value-bet thin.