Ko, Matakis and Shi Advance
Niveau 6
: Blinds 1,000/2,000, 0 ante
2022 WSOP Main Event champion Espen Jorstad was all-in for around 28,000 and was up against Young Ko.
Espen Jorstad: 7♣7♥
Young Ko: A♥8♦
Jorstad remained ahead on the J♦9♠3♥ flop but Ko went on to make trips to secure his place in Round 2 as the board brought in the 8♥ turn 8♠ river.
Two other match-ups have also been completed.
- 2023 WSOP Player of the Year Ian Matakis defeated Scott Seiver.
- Mike Shi overcame 2023 WSOP Main Event bronze medalist Adam Walton.
| Joueur | Jetons | Progression |
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300,000
48,000
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48,000 |
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300,000
40,000
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40,000 |
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300,000
150,000
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150,000 |
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Eliminé | |
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Eliminé | |
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Eliminé | |