Ballestero Saved on the River
Level 13
: Blinds 2,000/4,000, 4,000 ante
David Ballestero led out for 6,000 from the big blind on a flop of 6♣4♣2♥ and Steinn Karlsson called in the cutoff.
The turn came the J♣ and Ballestero moved all in for 35,000. Karlsson quickly called with 5♣5♠, while Ballestero showed K♣9♥ for just king-high.
The river brought the 9♠ and Ballestero improved to a pair as he doubled up.
| Player | Chips | Progress |
|---|---|---|
|
145,000
-55,000
|
-55,000 |
|
104,000 |