Chun Doubles Through Paredes
Level 15
: Blinds 4,000/8,000, 8,000 ante
Winston Chun opened with a raise from under the gun and garnered a call from middle position. Victor Paredes responded with a jam from the big blind. Chun snap called, and the other player bowed out to create a showdown between Chun and Paredes with Chun at risk.
Winston Chun: A♥A♠
Victor Paredes: A♦K♥
Chun had Paredes crushed. The 7♥Q♥3♠ flop did not give Paredes much to work with, but the K♦ turn did give Paredes a sliver of hope.
The J♥ river secured the double for Chun as his pocket aces held.
| Player | Chips | Progress |
|---|---|---|
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400,000
185,000
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185,000 |
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165,000
73,000
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73,000 |