Poker glossary
Come Over the Top
To come over the top is to 3‑bet after someone has opened and another has called.
Full explanation
To come over the top is to 3‑bet after someone has opened and another has called.
Explanation. If Player A raises and Player B calls, then you reraise (3‑bet), you’re “coming over the top.” This aggressive action asserts initiative and pressurizes both. It’s used to isolate or exploit passive callers. Effective use depends on stack sizes, position, and opponent tendencies in both cash and tournament play.