Chen Doubles Through Keating to Take Lead
Level 20
: Blinds 4,000/8,000, 0 ante
The swings between David Chen and Alan Keating continue in another consequential hand of their match.
Chen limped before Keating raised it to 20,000 preflop.
Chen called leading to the flop of 2♠A♦8♦. Keating continued for 25,000 and Chen called.
The A♣ turn did not slow Keating down as he slid out 35,000. Chen chose to call once again.
Keating pushed Chen all in on the 5♥ river. Chen risked his tournament life with a call on the river. He found out the good news when he showed his 8♠5♠ and Keating mucked his hand to take the lead in the match.
| Player | Chips | Progress |
|---|---|---|
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405,000
205,000
|
205,000 |
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195,000
205,000
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205,000 |