Alex Cordova Finds the Ace from Space
Level 15
: 1,500/3,000, 500 ante
Pocket aces have been reigning supreme throughout the second half of Day 1 in the first event of the 2017 WSOP. Thus held true for Alex Cordova who found himself way behind his opponent when the cards were turned over.
On the flop of 
, the big blind checked and Cordova bet 13,000 from the button. His opponent moved all-in for 65,000 and Cordova called. His opponent tabled 
for two pair while Cordova's 
would need some help.
Cordova received all the help he would need by spiking the 
on the river sending his opponent to collect his payout money.
| Player | Chips | Progress |
|---|---|---|
|
172,000 |