Shakerchi Gets Paid With a Straight
Level 16
Stud Hi-Lo
Johannes Becker: XxXx / Q♣K♣9♥3♠ / Xx
Talal Shakerchi: XxXx / 6♠7♦8♦9♣ / Xx
Johannes Becker had previously chopped with Talal Shakerchi in a hand prior and then check-called from fifth to seventh street against the Brit once more. Shakerchi tabled his 8♣7♣5♣ for a nine-high straight and won the entire pot since Becker couldn't beat that.
| Player | Chips | Progress |
|---|---|---|
|
2,200,000 | 590,000 |
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1,110,000 | -330,000 |