Ivey Flops a Set, Busts ElkY
Phil Ivey opened to 1,300 from under the gun, two players called in middle position, and Bertrand "ElkY" Grospellier three-bet to 5,250 from the small blind. Ivey's neck snapped towards Grospellier when he tossed out the three-bet, his eyes fully focused on the Frenchman.
Ivey then turned his gaze to one of the other players in the hand, reached for chips, and made the call. The two other players folded.
The dealer fanned , and Grospellier led out for 4,400. Ivey tossed out four blue T5,000 chips, putting Grosspellier all in, and he called immediately.
Ivey:
Grospellier:
The turn and river came , respectively, and Grospellier was eliminated. Ivey is now up over 140,000 chips.
Player | Chips | Progress |
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Phil Ivey |
145,000
37,075
|
37,075 |
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Bertrand "ElkY" Grospellier | Busted | |