Celestino Wins From the Big Blind
Level 20
: Blinds 10,000/20,000, 20,000 ante
A player raised to 45,000 from early position and got a call from Ariel Celestino the big blind leading to a 10♣6♦2♥ flop.
The big blind checked to see the early position player toss out a bet of 50,000. Celesetino put in the call, prompting the dealer to burn and turn the 5♣.
Celestino opted to lead the turn with a bet of 60,000. The early position player came along to see the 8♣ river.
Both players checked through to showdown and Celestino turned over the 5♦4♥, having flopped a gut shot and turned a pair. His opponent tapped the table, mucked his cards and the dealer pushed the pot in Celestino's direction.
| Player | Chips | Progress |
|---|---|---|
|
1,510,000
210,000
|
210,000 |