Stubbornness Pays Off for Israelashvili
Level 19
Badugi
Chino Rheem completed from the hijack and received a call from Roland Israelashvili in the big blind. Both players drew one.
After the first draw Israelashvili check-called a bet from Rheem and drew one while Rheem stood pat.
Israelashvili check-called another bet from Rheem after the second draw.
"I'm stubborn" Israelashvili told his opponent as he drew one for the final draw.
"I don't blame you" Rheem replied while standing pat. "I just hope you don't hit".
With no draws remaining Israelashvili bet. Rheem raised to two big bets and Israelashvili raised to three big bets. This time Rheem opted to fold and Israelashvili dragged in a sizable pot without showdown.
| Player | Chips | Progress |
|---|---|---|
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470,000
362,000
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362,000 |
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135,000
120,000
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120,000 |