Richards and Welko Trading Blows
Level 9
: 500/1,000, 1,000 ante
Hand #1:
John Richards raised to 2,400 from middle position, and was called by Craig Welko in the cutoff and Jerod Smith on the button.
Action checked through the 
flop, and Richards bet 3,500 on the 
turn. Welko folded.
Hand #2:
John Richards opened for 2,400 for the second straight hand, and Craig Welko three-bet to 9,500 from the hijack.
"Ninety-five?" Richards asked the dealer, who confirmed the amount. Richards gave it a moment's thought, then folded.
| Player | Chips | Progress |
|---|---|---|
|
117,000 | 12,000 |
|
94,000 | 2,000 |
|
55,000 | 55,000 |