April 17, 2026 -- Chidwick reps a flush
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In this episode of The Tournament Poker Edge Podcast, host Clayton Fletcher dives into two high-stakes hands from the 2025 WSOP Main Event, using GTO Wizard to analyze optimal play. The first hand features a battle between Michael Zulker and Michael Garner, where GTO Wizard reveals that calling with Ace-King offsuit 41% of the time is optimal, challenging conventional wisdom. The second hand centers on Stephen Chidwick’s deceptive play against Corey Wick, where Chidwick checks back a strong flush draw on the flop and turn, only to shove all-in on the river with the ace-high flush—catching Wick off guard. Fletcher emphasizes the importance of range balancing, avoiding predictable patterns, and the psychological edge of unexpected actions. He praises Chidwick’s ability to mix up his strategy, turning a seemingly straightforward hand into a masterclass in deception and GTO principles. The episode closes with a reminder to listeners about the free 24-hour trial of GTO Wizard via Fletcher’s affiliate link.
Calling with Ace-King offsuit 41% of the time is optimal in certain stack depths, contrary to common three-betting instincts.
Checking back strong hands like flush draws can be strategically superior to betting, especially when balancing your range.
Deception is key—Chidwick’s decision to check back his flush draw made his eventual river shove far more credible.
GTO solvers reveal that even 'obvious' plays like betting the river can be suboptimal when your opponent has a wide range of strong hands.
Bluffing and value betting must be balanced; never raising every time you have a flush draw makes your range more unpredictable.
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Welcome & WSOP Excitement
Clayton Fletcher welcomes listeners and shares his excitement for the upcoming WSOP, mentioning his plans to stream, podcast, and perform live in Richland, Washington. He highlights Twitter discussions and resources like Kenny Hallert’s database.
GTO Wizard Analysis: Battle of the Michaels
“GTO Wizard says not so fast, Mr. Fletcher. The wizard actually wants to call with this hand at this stack depth from this position about 41% of the time.”
Chidwick’s Deceptive Play vs. Corey Wick
“Just really taking Corey Wick for a ride, just like he's taken so many players for so many rides over the years.”
Final Thoughts & GTO Wizard Promo
Fletcher wraps up with reflections on the importance of range balancing, the value of checking to induce bluffs, and the psychological edge of unpredictability. He promotes GTO Wizard with a 24-hour free trial and 10% discount via his affiliate link.
“Just really taking Corey Wick for a ride, just like he's taken so many players for so many rides over the years.”
“GTO Wizard says not so fast, Mr. Fletcher. The wizard actually wants to call with this hand at this stack depth from this position about 41% of the time.”
“You really have to hand it to Chidwick, mixing up his play, being deceptive, not doing what we would expect him to do with the hand we suspect he might have.”
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Clayton Fletcher
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Stephen Chidwick
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2025 WSOP Main Event
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GTO Wizard
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Corey Wick
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Michael Garner
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Michael Zulker
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Richland, Washington
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YouTube Channel
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Kenny Hallert
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