Astedt Busts Hu
Level 9
: Blinds 600/1,200, 1,200 ante
Action was picked up on the flop of J♥3♠10♦ where Niklas Astedt led for 7,000 from the small blind. Zhewen Hu called from middle position.
On the 4♦ turn, Astedt led again for 21,000. Hu made the call. Astedt then wagered 54,100 on the 9♠ river, leaving just 1,200 behind. Hu deployed five time banks, then made the call. Astedt had the nuts with K♣Q♠ for the king-high straight. Hu showed K♠J♠ and was ahead until the river. He took the beat well and left the tournament area.
| Player | Chips | Progress |
|---|---|---|
|
115,000
72,500
|
72,500 |
|
Busted |