Tsai Takes From Sammartino
Level 24
: Blinds 30,000/60,000, 60,000 ante
Dario Sammartino opened to 125,000 from early position with A♦9♦. Eric Tsai defended his big blind with A♣2♠.
Tsai took the lead on the J♥2♥4♣ flop and check-called for 95,000. Tsai improved to two pair on A♥ turn, which also gave Sammartino a pair. Action checked through to the 7♦ river.
Tsai led out for 285,000 and was called by Sammartino, who then mucked his losing hand.
| Player | Chips | Progress |
|---|---|---|
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4,900,000
-100,000
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-100,000 |
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