Hu Holds with Aces; Ponomarev Busts
Level 20
: Blinds 6,000/12,000, 12,000 ante
David Hu was all in on the 8♠3♠2♥ flop for his remaining 362,000. He was covered by Nikolay Ponomarev.
David Hu: A♦A♣
Nikolay Ponomarev: 4♠5♠
Hu was looking to hold for the double up, and Ponomarev was looking at an open-ended straight draw.
The Q♣ turn and 7♥ river saw no change for either player, and Hu secured the double, leaving Ponomarev with just 82,000.
Ponomarev was seen leaving the tournament area just a few hands later, having been eliminated from the main event.
| Player | Chips | Progress |
|---|---|---|
|
748,000
360,000
|
360,000 |
|
Busted |