2009 World Series of Poker

Event 57 - $10,000 World Championship No Limit Hold'em
Day: 1a
Event Info

2009 World Series of Poker

Event Info
Buy-in
$10,000
Entries
6,494
Players Left
9
Next Payout
Place 9
$1,263,602
Level Info
Level
33
Blinds
120,000 / 240,000
Ante
30,000

Mike Sexton Hits Straight Flush

Mike Sexton
Mike Sexton
After a flop of {5-Clubs} {3-Diamonds} {2-Diamonds} and with 12,600 in the pot, Mike Sexton moved all in. His opponent agonized over the decision as a camera crew rushed over. Just as they arrive, he made the call.

Sexton: {5-Diamonds} {4-Diamonds}
Opponent: {3-Clubs} {3-Hearts}

The turn put Sexton in the lead when {8-Diamonds} , giving him a flush.

His opponent got up from his chair, screaming "Pair the board! Pair the board!"

However, it would not be his day, as the {6-Diamonds} hit the river, giving Sexton a straight flush.

Mike Sexton - 38,000

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