Aldridge Can't Find the Call
With the flop showing 
, Ken Aldridge bet 800 from the big blind. His opponent in the hand called from middle position.
The turn brought the 
, and Aldridge tossed out 2,400. His opponent called.
Aldridge then checked dark before the 
completed the board. His opponent threw out 7,000. Aldridge went into the tank.
"I don't know why else you'd be in there except for diamonds," said Aldridge, contemplating his decision. "Will you show me if I fold?" His opponent shook his head. "I'm sorry guys," he added.
"I will show you if you fold," Aldridge's opponent said a moment later.
Aldridge then mucked his hand but didn't enjoy what he saw, as his opponent tabled 
for a pair.
"You beat that?" asked another player at the table, as Aldridge stood up from his chair in disappointment.
"Yeah! I had nine-three," said Aldridge. "I just couldn't call."
| Joueur | Jetons | Progression |
|---|---|---|
|
7,600
-5,800
|
-5,800 |
|
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