Sebastian Martineau Eliminated in 2nd Place (NZ$55,000)

The final hand of the day started with Sebastian Martineau opening with a bet of 60,000. Geoff Smith called, and both players saw the flop come . Smith check-called a bet of 80,000 from Martineau, before the turn dropped the . Smith once again checked, and Martineau casually slid out 100,000 in chips. Smith instantly moved all in, and after a short pause, was called.

Martineau:
Smith:

Smith was behind to the turned two-pair of Martineau.

"Any six or four," pleaded Smith, as he stood away from the table.

Just like that, the dealer rolled over the to improve Smith's hand. For his exceptional run through this main event, Martineau will go home NZ$55,000 richer.