Benitez Holds On For a Double
Niveau 18
: Blinds 8,000/16,000, 16,000 ante
With around 250,000 already in the pot on a flop of J♣J♠5♣, Francisco Benitez bet 125,000 from the button.
Leon Sturm then raised to 250,000 in early position, Benitez shoved all in for 405,000, and Sturm called.
Francisco Benitez: 10♥10♠
Leon Sturm: K♣Q♣
Benitez was ahead with two pair, while Sturm had a flush draw. The 3♠ turn was no help, while Benitez secured the double up once the A♦ fell on the river.
| Joueur | Jetons | Progression |
|---|---|---|
|
1,250,000
550,000
|
550,000 |
|
||
|
1,170,000
570,000
|
570,000 |