Phan Wins a Flip; Paola Eliminated
Level 15
: Blinds 2,000/4,000, 4,000 ante
Maurice Paola raised in middle position and Tony Phan three-bet shoved for 56,000, putting himself at risk. Paola made the call.
Tony Phan: A♦K♦ 
Maurice Paola: Q♦Q♣
The board ran out 3♥6♦7♠A♥3♠, with Phan pairing his ace to earn the double up.
The next hand, Paola moved all in for his last 17,000 and was called by Eric Medved. Medved's ace-eight bested Paola's seven-five suited and Paola was sent to the rail.
| Player | Chips | Progress |
|---|---|---|
|
152,000
112,000
|
112,000 |
|
120,000
10,000
|
10,000 |
|
Busted |