Monnette Doubles Through Ruben
Level 17
: Blinds 6,000/12,000, 18,000 ante
The player on the button raised to 25,000 and John Monnette called from the small blind.
Brad Ruben jammed from the big blind for around 360,000 and got a fold from the button.
Monnette called off, putting his tournament life at risk and sending both players to the draw where Monnette drew one and Ruben stood pat.
John Monnette: 9♦5♦3♣2♥
Brad Ruben: 9♥8♣7♣4♦3♥
Monnette drew the 7♥, making a better nine-seven to beat Vengrin's nine-eight and secure a full double.
| Player | Chips | Progress |
|---|---|---|
|
248,000 | 33,000 |
|
184,000 | -24,000 |