Staats Doubles Through Wilburn
Level 6
: Blinds 400/800, 800 ante
Richard Wilburn raised to 1,900 in early position, and Ryan Staats slid out a three-bet to 4,500 from the big blind. Wilburn made the call, and Staats led out for 2,200 on the 5♥3♦9♦ flop.
Wilburn promptly raised to 5,800, and Staats called to the Q♣ turn. Staats checked, and Wilburn fired 12,000 into the middle.
Staats then moved all in for 18,900, with Wilburn noting that he had priced himself in while making the call.
Ryan Staats: A♠A♦
Richard Wilburn: A♣9♣
Wilburn nodded as he saw Staats turn over pocket aces, with the Q♦ river confirming the double-up.
At a nearby table, RGPS Ambassador Greg Raymer sat down with a fresh starting stack.
| Player | Chips | Progress |
|---|---|---|
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53,000
23,000
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23,000 |
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30,000
30,000
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30,000 |
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21,000
26,000
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26,000 |