button in SafariRiver Gets Laugh from Donaldson
This hand was picked up on the flop of 5♦9♣6♦ with over 17,000 already in the middle.
Evan Askharkhizani from middle position and Marvin Donaldson on the button both checked to bring the Q♥ turn.
Askharkhizani checked before Marvin Donaldson bet 10,000. Askharkhizan check-raised all-in and put Donaldson to a decision for his tournament life. Donaldson called and put himself at risk for 20,700.
Marvin Donaldson: K♥K♣
Evan Askharkhizani: Q♣6♣
The former firefighter was at risk of getting burned as Donaldson's kings were behind versus the two pair of Askharkhizani.
The river brought a smile to Donaldson's face as the 9♠ hit fifth street, improving Donaldson to a higher two pair to claim the pot. Donaldson laughed at the fortunate river while he collected the chips.