Pot Bet on River Forced Kabbaj Out

J.C. Alvarado opened the pot for a 120,000 raise and John Kabbaj calls from the big blind.

The flop came {J-Diamonds}

and both players checked.

The turn was the {3-Diamonds}

and after a check from Kabbaj, Alvarado bet 120,000. Kabbaj called.

The river brought the {9-Clubs}

and after another check from Kabbaj. Alvarado bet pot for 510,000. Kabbaj tanked again for several minutes before mucking his hand.

2009 World Series of Poker