Mercier Falling; Hairabedian Thriving
Jason Mercier opened with a raise to 4,800 and was called by Roger Hairabedian from the button and Michel Abecassis from the big blind.
The flop was 
and Abecassis checked. Mercier fired out a continuation bet of 6,300 and Hairabedian quickly called. Abecassis called as well and the three saw the 
turn. All three players checked and the board completed with the 
.
Abecassis checked for a third time and Mercier fired 21,700. Hairbedian came out with a raise, however, making it 65,000 to go. Abecassis threw away his hand and Mercier went into the tank.
"Six-seven," Mercier said out loud to his opponent. "I don't know how though. Ace and then six-seven?"
Eventually Mercier gave up his hand and Hairabedian was awarded the pot. He's now sporting about 275,000 while Mercier has fallen to 91,000.
| Player | Chips | Progress |
|---|---|---|
|
275,000 | 19,000 |
|
91,000 | -79,000 |