Matusow Scoops Battle of Aces
Level 13
: Blinds 2,000/4,000, 4,000 ante
Ryan Hoenig raised in middle position before Mike Matusow three-bet in the small blind. Another raise later saw all of Matusow's chips in the middle.
Mike Matusow: A♣A♦3♥2♠
Ryan Hoenig: A♠A♥K♥4♣
Both players hit a pair on the K♣3♣9♠ flop before Matusow connected again on the 3♦ turn to take the lead. The 10♥ turn left Matusow with the best hand, earning the whole pot to double up.
| Player | Chips | Progress |
|---|---|---|
|
185,000 | 64,000 |
|
95,000 | -2,000 |