Big Stacks Collide as Benitez Takes the Lead
Nível 20
: Blinds 6,000/12,000, 12,000 ante
Francisco Benitez opened to 27,000 in the hijack and Artur Martirosian three-bet to 81,000 on the button. Action folded back to Benitez who called.
The dealer spread the 
flop and Benitez check-called for 40,000. On the 
turn, Benitez check-called for 115,000. The 
completed the board, Benitez checked, and Martirosian used a time extension before checking back.
Benitez flipped over 
for a flopped set to claim the pot and take a fairly large lead in the tournament.
| Jogador | Fichas | Progresso |
|---|---|---|
|
910,000
310,000
|
310,000 |
|
400,000
-230,000
|
-230,000 |
|
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