Monnette Makes Two
Nivel 26
Omaha 8/b
John Monnette opened the button with a raise, and Desmond Portano called from the small blind. Brent Hanks called from the big, too, and it was three ways to the flop. It came , and Hanks was the first to bet at the pot. Monnette raised, Portano folded, and Hanks called the extra bet.
The turn came the , and Hanks check-called again, and both men checked through the river. Hanks announced, "Aces," but they were no good. Monnette showed for two pair, taking down the pot right there.