What should I do if I miss the flop with pocket queens?

[Mike_25]

Queens are the second highest hand in poker and flopping a set is every player's dream, but we don't always catch a piece of the flop. So what should you do if you miss the flop with pocket queens? In my experience, if there are no obvious draws on the flop, do not give up hope yet. Check the flop, re-evaluate on the turn and river. A queen or a good card for your range could still come. Sometimes patience pays off even when we get off to a rocky start.

 

[CR7]

However, if the flop is very coordinated and there are several potential draws, it's important to be cautious. If there are aggressive players at the table, they might pounce on the opportunity to bluff if they sense weakness. In this case, a check-call approach could work, but check-folding might be advised if the bet is too big.

Another approach is to bet post-flop, as this may dissuade any players with weaker hands from continuing, or give you an indication of the strength of your opponents' hands. However, it's important to tread carefully and not over-commit chips as you might be behind the range of hands your opponents are calling with.

If you're up against tight-aggressive players, they will likely fold to a continuation bet post-flop if they missed too, so considering their playing styles and tendencies is important. Similarly, if there are a lot of loose players at the table, it might be best to bet for value on the flop as they might call with weaker hands.

Overall, it's important not to play your hand too aggressively if the flop does not connect with your pocket queens. At the same time, don't give up too easily and make sure to incorporate a level of bluff-checking and value-betting into your strategy. And most importantly, be patient and wait for good opportunities to arise further down the line.

 

[Dallax]

If you are in late position, you have more information about the other players' hands. This means that you can make a more informed decision about whether to fold or call. If you have a short stack, you need to be more aggressive in order to win pots. This means that you may be more likely to call or raise even if you miss the flop

 

[Lazza]

Assess the implied odds and pot odds to decide if it makes sense to stay in the hand. Calling or even raising could be worthwhile if the pot odds are good and there's a chance to improve your hand on subsequent streets.

 

[Killman2002]

If you miss the flop with pocket queens, it's essential to exercise caution and reassess the situation. Missing the flop doesn't mean your hand is worthless. Consider the possible hands your opponents might have based on the flop's strength and draw potential.