Watson Joins the Leaders
Level 28
: Blinds 40,000/80,000, 80,000 ante
Mike Watson raised to 180,000 in middle position with A♥A♦ and Joachim Haraldstad defended in the big blind with 7♦7♦. The flop came K♦5♠4♠ and Haraldstad check-called a bet of 120,000 from Watson.
The turn brought the A♠ and Haraldstad checked again. Watson checked it back and the 4♦ paired the board on the river. Haraldstad checked for the third time and Watson put together a bet of 375,000 with the best full house. Haraldstad pondered for a moment but ultimately sent his cards to the muck.
| Player | Chips | Progress |
|---|---|---|
|
5,220,000 | 760,000 |
|
5,020,000 | -410,000 |