Pedley Doubles Through Diaz
Fireworks ensued on a flop of . Pedley led into Diaz for 17,000. Diaz promptly raised to 52,000, but Pedley was undeterred and shoved all in for about 130,000. Diaz tanked but ultimately made the call. Each player opened his hand.
Pedley:
Diaz:
Pedley had an eight-out draw to the nuts to hit, or else be bounced from the tournament. He missed the turn , but hit the river , eliciting a gasp from the crowd gathered around the table.
Diaz still has plenty of chips, with about 358,000. Pedley now is near the top of the board with 309,000.