Jason Gray Eliminated in 2nd Place (AU$476,000); Martin Rowe Wins APPT Grand Final
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Rowe caught Gray making a move, but the outcome was far from certain. Gray had two very live cards against Rowe. Rowe's supporters let out a roar on a flop of . Rowe made top two pair against Gray's bottom pair. Gray picked up a few outs with the turn; he needed a nine or a five on the river to stay alive. That didn't happen; with everyone on their feet and holding their breath, the dealer peeled off the . Rowe raised his arms over his head and cried out in triumph.
Gray's consolation prize was for second place was AU$476,000.