James Mendoza Eliminated in 3rd Place ($303,884)
Level 36
: Blinds 400,000/800,000, 800,000 ante
James Mendoza raised to 1,600,000 from the button. After thinking for a short while, Robert Schulz reraised to around 6,000,000.
Mendoza swiftly announced all in and Schulz called instantly.
James Mendoza: 10♣10♦
Robert Schulz: K♠K♦
The board ran out 5♦3♦2♣4♠J♣ and Schulz took the hand. The chip stacks were incredibly close but after a careful count it was established that Mendoza was covered and he headed to the rail.
| Player | Chips | Progress |
|---|---|---|
|
50,420,000 | 29,920,000 |
|
13,500,000 | 1,000,000 |
|
Busted |