Newman Takes the Betting Lead on the Turn
Level 5
: Blinds 4,000/8,000, 8,000 ante
Mauricio Salazar Sanchez raised to 18,000 in middle position and Jonathan Newman defended from the big blind. The flop came Q♣8♣5♣ and Newman check-called a bet of 15,000 from Salazar Sanchez.
The 5♠ paired the board on the turn and Newman led out with a bet of 20,000. Salazar Sanchez called and the 9♦ rolled off on the river. Newman slid out a bet of 100,000 and Salazar Sanchez slid out of contention.
| Player | Chips | Progress |
|---|---|---|
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730,000
90,000
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90,000 |
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520,000 | |
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