Markkos Ladev Eliminated in 5th Place (€215,950)
Level 31
: Blinds 100,000/150,000, 150,000 ante
Markkos Ladev opened to 825,000 from the hijack, leaving 150,000 behind. Mike Watson called from the button.
The flop came 10♠Q♥J♦. Ladev quickly got his last 150,000 in and Watson called to put him at risk.
Markkos Ladev: K♠6♠ 
Mike Watson: A♠9♥
Watson was ahead with ace-high while Ladev had an open-ended straight draw. Ladev found no help when the rest of the board ran out Q♠4♦ and was forced to settle for fifth place while Watson took the pot.
| Player | Chips | Progress |
|---|---|---|
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4,100,000
1,675,000
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1,675,000 |
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Busted | |