Engel Makes Tough Call to Bust Opponent
Level 2
: Blinds 200/300, 300 ante
The player in the cutoff raised to 800 and Ari Engel three-bet to 4,000 from the big blind. The cutoff made the call.
The flop came 8♠J♠10♦, Engel continued for 3,200 and the cutoff called, bringing the 10♠ turn. Engel slowed down with a check and the cutoff bet 5,900. Engel called.
On the 8♣ river, Engel checked again, and the cutoff moved all in. Engel asked for a count and the dealer confirmed a bet of 31,400.
Engel, who had about 34,000 behind, was clearly faced with a tough decision and went into the tank.
"I was not expecting to be in this spot," said Engel before eventually making the call and tabling Q♠8♦ for a full house. The cutoff turned over Q♦J♥ for two pair, and was eliminated from the tournament.
| Player | Chips | Progress |
|---|---|---|
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91,600
20,100
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20,100 |
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