Mariani Wins his First Hand
Level 3
: Blinds 200/400, 400 ante
Moments after he arrived in the tournament, Julien Mariani opened to 800 from middle position and Ian Buttigieg defended from the big blind.
On a board of 7♣Q♦10♠2♦, Mariani continued for 1,000, then fired a second barrel of 2,900. Buttigieg check-called both times.
The 3♦ completed the board and after Buttigieg checked, Mariani bet 4,100. Buttigieg went into the tank and called. But his cards went into the muck when Mariani revealed Q♣5♣ for a pair.
| Player | Chips | Progress |
|---|---|---|
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59,000
59,000
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59,000 |
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18,000 |