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GTO Preflop Range Matrix: Under The Gun (UTG)

Tightest opening range from first position at 6-max table. 6-Max No Limit Hold'Em At 100 Big Blinds Depth.

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Frequency Open
8.4%
Weighted Action Share
Combos Touched
13.6%
Combos Played > 0%
Pure Opens
10
100% Frequency Hands

Strategic Overview For Under The Gun

When Opening From Under The Gun (UTG), The Optimal Strategy Balances Raw Showdown Strength, Blocker Value, And Playability Across Varied Flop Runouts.

Always Opened (100% Frequency)

AA, KK, QQ, JJ, TT, AKs, AKo, AQs, AJs, KQs

Mixed Strategy Holdings

99 (82%), 88 (53%), 77 (31%), AQo (82%), AJo (48%), ATs (78%), A9s (12%), A5s (52%), A4s (34%), A3s (8%), KQo (35%), KJs (85%), KTs (42%), QJs (72%), QTs (28%), JTs (55%), J9s (8%), T9s (38%), T8s (5%), 98s (22%), 87s (18%), 76s (15%), 65s (12%)

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Frequently Asked Questions

How Were These GTO Opening Ranges Constructed?

These Charts Are Authored Teaching References Calibrated For 6-Max No-Limit Texas Hold'Em At 100BB Stack Depths. Frequencies Reflect Nash Equilibrium Postflop Playability And Combo Card Removal Effects.

Can I Practice These Preflop Ranges Interactively?

Yes! Head To The Preflop Charts Lab To Drill These Ranges With Real-Time Feedback And Grading.

Starting Hand Strategy Guides In The UTG Opening Range

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Frequently Asked Questions

What percentage of hands does UTG open in 6-max 100BB GTO?

In standard 100BB 6-max cash play, UTG opens 8.4% of hands weighted by action frequency, reaching up to 13.6% of all 1,326 card combinations.

What do the matrix colors indicate?

Green represents pure opening hands (100% frequency), teal and blue represent mixed frequency opens, and dark slate cells represent standard folds.

Why do GTO preflop charts employ mixed strategies?

Mixed strategies prevent opponents from exploiting predictable frequencies and maintain optimal board coverage across varied postflop textures.

How does table position influence preflop opening ranges in poker?

As position moves closer to the button, fewer opponents remain behind to wake up with premium hands, allowing players to open significantly wider ranges profitably.

Can I export or print this GTO preflop matrix?

Yes. Use the print or export action to generate a clean, printer-friendly high-contrast 13x13 preflop chart for study and reference.

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