Kraft Stays Alive
Level 19
: Blinds 10,000/20,000, 20,000 ante
Eric Hjelmstad raised to 40,000 in early position, Eric Kraft moved all in for 120,000 in middle position, and Hjelmstad called.
Eric Kraft: A♦Q♣
Eric Hjelmstad: K♠Q♠
Both players hit top pair on the Q♦J♠3♣ flop, while Kraft was in the lead with his ace-kicker. The 8♥ turn was safe, and Kraft secured the double up once the 8♠ fell on the river.
| Player | Chips | Progress |
|---|---|---|
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520,000
180,000
|
180,000 |
|
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250,000
35,000
|
35,000 |