Holz Pushes Sammartino Off
Level 11
: 40,000/80,000, 10,000 ante
Dario Sammartino opened to 175,000 from early position and Fedor Holz defended his big blind. The flop came 
and Holz checked to Sammartino who continued for 125,000. Holz check-raised to 375,000 and Sammartino called.
The turn was the 
and Holz led out for 700,000. Sammartino eyed up his opponent as the two engaged in what seemed to be a staring contest until Sammartino finally pushed his cards forward. They both smiled at each other and Holz took down an early pot.
| Player | Chips | Progress |
|---|---|---|
|
4,720,000
570,000
|
570,000 |
|
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|
2,700,000
-570,000
|
-570,000 |