Alexander Grabs The Lead
Level 29
: 40,000/80,000, 10,000 ante
On one of the first hands of the heads-up battle Dejuante Alexander has taken the lead. Aaron Mermelstein raised to 180,000 and Alexander called from the big blind.
The flop brought out 
and Alexander check-called 130,000.
On the turn the 
hit and Alexander checked again after which Mermelstein bet 360,000. Alexander check-raised to 1,040,000 and Mermelstein made the call.
The river brought the 
and Alexander thought for a bit before betting 1,735,000. Mermelstein folded right away and Alexander grabbed the lead.
| Player | Chips | Progress |
|---|---|---|
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9,025,000
1,425,000
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1,425,000 |
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|
7,350,000
-1,350,000
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-1,350,000 |
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