Saavedra Cracks Aces for Early Lead
Level 5
: 60/120, 15 ante
Linjun "Master_GG" Li opened from middle position with a raise to 276 and Manuel Saavedra three-bet to 795 from the button. The blinds got out of the way and Lu four-bet to 2,994 and Saavedra made the call.
The flop was 
and Li led out for 4,385. Saavedra made the smooth call.
The turn was 
and Li spent some time before shoving for 10,616. Saavedra made the quick call and turned over 
for three queens. Li showed 
.
The river was 
and no help for the aces as Saavedra scooped a big pot to take an early lead.
| Player | Chips | Progress |
|---|---|---|
|
49,854 | |
|
Busted |