Cassidy Takes on the 2005 Main Event Champion
Level 10
No-Limit Hold'em
Joe Cassidy opened for 5,300 from early position and cleared the field to 2005 World Series of Poker Main Event champ Joe Hachem on the button. The Australian proceeded to three-bet to 13,200, Cassidy called and the flop came down 
.
Cassidy checked, Hachem bet 18,000 and Cassidy called. Both players checked the 
turn and then Cassidy came out firing 27,000 when the 
completed the board on the river. Hachem snap-folded and Cassidy was pushed the pot.
| Player | Chips | Progress |
|---|---|---|
|
200,000 | -30,000 |
|
160,000 | 18,000 |