02-18-2010 08:09 UTC-12

Negreanu Wins Match #2

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The second match was as fast as a lightning bolt, with the players only playing a few hands. The final hand of the match saw both players seeing a {2-Hearts}

{2-Hearts}

{5-Hearts}

{3-Hearts}

flop. JC Tran flopped a straight with {a-Spades}

{a-Spades}

{4-Hearts}

, and Negreanu led out with {7-Hearts}

{7-Hearts}

{7-Clubs}

. Tran raised it up, and Negreanu moved all in and was quickly called by Tran.

The {10-Hearts}

{10-Hearts}

turn card saved Negreanu's tournament, completing his flush and earning him the quick victory.

Phil Hellmuth, who is commentating in the booth is discussing Negreanu's fearless style of play. He mentioned that throughout he whole tournament, and his whole career Negreanu likes to live on the edge.

The third match is already underway, and we'll know who'll have the fifth spot at the final table shortly.

Tags: Daniel Negreanu JC Tran