Khamidullin Doubles Through Shalamov
Level 17
: 3,000/6,000, 6,000 ante
Mikhail Shalamov opened to 12,000 and was called by Rachid Amamou. Timur Khamidullin moved all in for 69,000 and Shalamov called.
Amamou thought but eventually folded.
Mikhail Shalamov: 
Timur Khamidullin: 
Khamidullin looked resigned to the race, but held on the 
board despite a brief flush draw scare from Shalamov.
There are four eliminations left in the day before 58 players advance to Day 2.
| Player | Chips | Progress |
|---|---|---|
|
205,000 | -30,000 |
|
150,000 |