Hatmaker Holds to Survive
Level 20
: Blinds 10,000/20,000, 20,000 ante
The action was joined as Ivan Ruban had Casey Hatmaker all-in and at risk for his final 260,000 in the blinds.
Casey Hatmaker: 8♠8♦
Ivan Ruban: A♦J♠
The 9♣8♥2♠ flop was the perfect start for Hatmaker, but, as always, there was a sweat when the dealer rolled over the 10♥ turn card.
The 9♠ river only served to improve Hatmaker to a full house, ensuring his survival with a full double up.