2008 World Series of Poker
Event 14 - $10,000 Seven-Card Stud World Championship
Day: 1
The Lakers "Have to Win"
The Master at Work
On sixth street Nguyen caught the but was check-raised as his opponent received the . Nguyen made the call.
On the river Nguyen's opponent bet again, but this time "The Master" announced a raise, which his opponent called.
Nguyen showed () for a full house which was too good for his opponent's () for aces and kings.
"The Master" collects a nice pot to move to around 53,000 in chips and the tournament chip lead!
David Grey Eliminated
Phil Hellmuth Eliminated
Where You Going Phil?
Phil: "Don't worry Doyle, I'll be back tomorrow at 12 to play in the ladies event!"
Duthie Rolls Up on "The Master"
After the hand Duthie is up to 29,000 and Nguyen is down to 49,000.
Schulman Takes One Off Kessler
Schulman showed () for trips as Kessler mucked his hand.
Schulman moves to 47,000 while Kessler slips to 38,000.
Don't Mess With the Godfather
Brunson checked a board of and his opponent bet out with a board of . After thinking a moment, Brunson said, "Something's not right with this hand." Brunson then proceeded to call. His opponent turned over (10-7-10) for tens up and Brunson turned over (9-J-10) for jacks up.