Hansen Takes the Bridge at the Edge
We saw Gus Hansen intently focused on a book instead of the poker action, and we couldn't help but wonder what he's reading. A quick over-the-shoulder look revealed that he's reading Bridge at the Edge by Boye Brogeland and David Bird.
Here's how Amazon describes the said book: "A fascinating 'over-the-shoulder' look at top-level bridge. While describing almost 200 deals that he played in World and European Championships, one of the world's best players discusses bidding and card play, as well as his approach to the mental side of the game. A fascinating glimpse into the thought processes of a champion bridge player, as well as a look at state-of-the-art bidding methods, some of which are described here for the first time."
It seems Mr. Hansen is more focused on improving his bridge game at the moment than keeping up with what's happening at his table.
flop. His opponent, Tony Bloom, bet 1,600. Juanda called.
, and Juanda checked again. Bloom stayed on the gas with a bet of 3,100. Juanda wasted little time in making the call.
, and Juanda checked. Bloom bet 9,000, and Juanda folded right away.
flop. The latter then slowed down with a check on the 
turn, and Gruissem seized the opportunity to bet 5,500. It got the job done as Yu relinquished the hand and went to his supporter on the rail for consolation.
. Kurganov continued for 8,000, Pritchard called, and the dealer burned and turned the 
.
flop, action checked through to Robl. He bet 3,000, and Juanda and Shak folded. Finger called.
, and Finger led for 5,500. Robl tanked for a couple long minutes, then called with the 
.
. Hansen proceeded to check-call a bet of 4,200, and then both players checked the 
turn.
river, and Lee thought for about 30 seconds before betting 10,600. Hansen double checked his cards and then sent them to the dealer.
flop saw Bloom check-call a bet of 2,400, and then he promptly checked the 
turn. Juanda took the opportunity to bet 6,300, but this time Bloom woke up with a check-raise to 17,500. Juanda gave up on the hand and Bloom was pushed the pot.
