Roger Hairabedian Leads Stacked Final Table
We're mere moments away from beginning a final table that will crown the third champion of the 2012 World Series of Poker Europe. Roger Hairabedian was able to rise above the field during Day 2 play to claim the top spot among the chip counts. The path to victory will not be easy for Hairabedian, however, as the final table includes such names as Michael Mizrachi, Joe Hachem, and Jason Mercier.
Day 2 began with only 25 players but despite the small size of the field it took some time to whittle down to the final table. Names such as Aubin Cazals, Jan-Peter Jachtmann, and Ran Azor appeared back on the felt for Day 2 but were unable to make the money. Canadian pro Sam Chartier busted on the stone bubble, allowing Vanessa Selbst to come away from this event with a min-cash. When Bruno Fitoussi was eliminated in 10th place, the final table was set.
Final Table Seating Chart
| Seat | Player | Chips |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Michael Abecassis | 85,500 |
| 2 | Roger Hairabedian | 335,000 |
| 3 | Michael Mizrachi | 211,500 |
| 4 | Jussi Nevanlinna | 87,000 |
| 5 | Michael Schwartz | 48,000 |
| 6 | Joe Hachem | 148,000 |
| 7 | Ville Mattila | 297,500 |
| 8 | Jussi Ryynanen | 168,500 |
| 9 | Jason Mercier | 75,500 |
The final table will kick off at 12:00 PM GMT. Following player introductions cards will be in the air and by the end of the evening the next WSOPE champion will be crowned. Be sure to stay tuned to PokerNews for all of the latest updates!
flop prompted all three players to check their option. The 
came on fourth street and Mizrachi checked again. Nevanlinna fired 12,500 and Mercier called. Mizrachi decided to check-raise, making it 25,000 to go. Both players called and the board completed with the 
.
first, and followed it up with 
. Mercier showed 
and Schwartz moved his last 11,500 into the center of the table.
for top set and the second nut diamond draw. Nevanlinna showed 
for the nut diamond draw and was in dire need of help to send Mizrachi home.
and Mattila took a massive chip lead while Abecassis was eliminated.
and took down the pot with a straight. Mizrachi is right back in it while Mattila retains a slight chip lead.
and the river the 
when both blinds, Roger Hairabedian and Michael Mizrachi, checked. Jussi Ryynanen checked on the button, and three players saw the turn.
and Hairabedian checked. Mizrachi bet pot, which was just 16,000, and Hairabedian quickly re-raised the pot. The bet was 64,000 and Mizrachi instantly moved all in. Hairabedian called.
