Chew Bites Off Sia's Stack
Level 37
: Blinds 400,000/800,000, 800,000 ante
Luis Yepez Carmona opened to 1,200,000 and received an all-in shove from button Nelson Chew. Big blind Joseph Sia decided to join Chew in the fun and shoved all-in, as well for 19,000,000. Carmona asked for a count of Sia's chips but ultimately folded his hand paving the way for a showdown between Chew and Sia.
Nelson Chew: 6♣6♦
Joseph Sia: A♠K♣
Sia needed one of his overcards to hit to take the lead but the dealer fanned out 8♦4♦5♥ giving Chew's hand more outs to improve. The 7♣ turn completed Chew's straight. Sia was hoping for a chop but the 7♥ fell on the river securing Chew's double up.