Mike Schiffman Eliminated in 5th Place ($38,905)
Level 23
: 8,000/15,000, 0 ante
Mike Schiffman saw Marco Johnson raise before the flop, and he made it three bets to play. Johnson flatted and the flop fell 
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Schiffman led out for a bet, Johnson smooth called, and the turn came 
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When Schiffman fired a second barrel, Johnson sprung his trap with a raise, and Schiffman quickly got his last bet into the middle.
Showdown:
Schiffman: 
Johnson: 
Both players had a huge piece of the board, with Schiffman flopping two pair and turning the nut flush draw. Johnson found a set on the turn, however, and Schiffman needed help to survive. Unfortunately for him, the river bricked off, and he made his exit from the final table in 5th place.
| Player | Chips | Progress |
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865,000
85,000
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85,000 |
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Busted | |