Ripnick Rips Through Hover
Level 12
: Blinds 1,500/3,000, 3,000 ante
Robert Hover raised to 6,500 from under the gun. John Ripnick then ripped his stack into the middle for 54,000 and was at risk. The rest of the table folded, but Hover called, and saw he was ahead.
John Ripnick: Q♠J♠ 
Robert Hover: A♠Q♥
The dealer spread a 3♦K♦8♦6♠J♦ board, and Ripnick hit the river, securing a much-needed double-up.
| Player | Chips | Progress |
|---|---|---|
|
114,000
25,000
|
25,000 |
|
22,000
54,000
|
54,000 |