10-09-2008 16:35 UTC-12

Jacks Hold for Nelson

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Lee "Final Table" Nelson

Lee Nelson called an all in bet from an opponent at his table. Nelson held pocket jacks, {J-Diamonds}

{J-Diamonds}

{J-Spades}

and was racing with his opponent's {A-Clubs}

{A-Clubs}

{K-Clubs}

. Nelson stood up and asked if his hand could hold up finally.

The board ran out {Q-Hearts}

{Q-Hearts}

{8-Clubs}

{6-Hearts}

{6-Spades}

{5-Spades}

and Nelson shook the hand of the opponent he eliminated. He is now up to 17,000 chips.

Tags: Lee Nelson