Helppi Winswith the Better Trips
Level 18
: 25,000/50,000, 5,000 ante
Stephen Chidwick opened the button for 105,000 and found one customer; Juha Helppi in the big blind called.
On 
Helppi checked to Chidwick. The Brit made a 150,000 continuation bet and Helppi quickly raised to 375,000. Chidwick made the call and both players checked when the board paired with the 
on the turn.
The river came the 
and Helppi thought for some time before betting 300,000. Chidwick called rather quickly.
Helppi showed 
for trips with a jack kicker. Chidwick flashed the 
before mucking.
| Player | Chips | Progress |
|---|---|---|
|
3,135,000 | 1,075,000 |
|
1,125,000 | -785,000 |