Brito Gets Paid Off
Level 36
: Blinds 400,000/800,000, 800,000 ante
Jose Carlos Brito raised 1,600,000 in the small blind against Clement Meunier, who defended in the big blind.
The dealer fanned 7♣K♣4♥ on the board, and Brito led out with 1,400,000, which drew a call from Meunier.
The turn showed 5♣, and Brito slowed down with a check. Meunier used the opportunity to bet 2,600,000, which Brito contemplated a few moments before calling.
The dealer placed 2♣ on the board, putting four clubs on the board.
Brito deliberately counted out 1,400,000, and then moved the stack forward as his bet. Meunier looked at his opponent, and then made the call.
Brito tabled A♣10♥ for the nut flush and the winning hand.
| Player | Chips | Progress |
|---|---|---|
|
25,700,000
7,000,000
|
7,000,000 |
|
12,500,000
-5,700,000
|
-5,700,000 |