Buchalter Wins Half, Takes Overall Lead
Level 13
Omaha Hi-Lo 8 or Better
With the flop showing 8♣2♣3♥ and action checking to him by Andres Korn in the big blind, Tehuda Buchalter bet under the gun. Motoyoshi Okamura called from middle position, as did Korn.
The K♣ turn brought another check from Korn. Buchalter bet, with only Okamura calling.
Despite only winning half of the pot, Buchalter has now taken the chip lead.
The Q♠ river brought a final bet from Buchalter, which was also called. Buchalter turned over A♦8♥5♠2♠ for two pair with an eight-five. Okamura showed A♥10♥10♦4♠ to take the low with an eight perfect.
| Player | Chips | Progress |
|---|---|---|
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760,000 | 170,000 |
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462,000 | 1,000 |
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330,000 | -84,000 |