Mercier Busts Charania and Ho; Takes Lead

After a raise to 1,600 by Denis Timofeev and the call by Michael Ho, Jason Mercier three-bet to 6,500 out of the small blind. Mohsin Charania then moved all in from the big blind for his last 9,500. Since it was not a full raise, all remaining players were only allowed to call, a fact Mercier had confirmed by floor staff.

On the flop, Mercier continued for 17,000 and both Timofeev and Ho called.

Mercier then splashed in his stack of T-5,000 chips after the turn to put the two remaining opponents all in. Timofeev folded, but Ho called for his last 25,000.