You Need Three Barrels To Stop Steicke

David Steicke popped it up to a hefty 45,000 from the small blind and J.C. Tran made the call in the big blind.

The flop came down {Q-Spades}

and Steicke checked to Tran who fired 52,000. Steicke deliberated, rocked back in his chair, took a sip of his refreshing beverage and splashed out a call.

The turn was the {8-Clubs}

and Steicke checked again to Tran who this time made the price 83,000 to continue. Steicke again took his time before declaring a call.

The river was the {q-Clubs}

as a silent hush came over the audience in anticipation of a big river showdown. They were a little disappointed after both players thought for several moments before checking it down.

Steicke was first to show and flipped {K-Diamonds}