Seidel Fades Lew's Flush Draw to Double
On a flop of 

, Erik Seidel checked from the big blind and allowed Randy Lew to bet 2,400 from the under-the-gun position. Seidel then check-raised to 5,400, Lew put in a big raise, and Seidel called off for a total of 18,200.
Lew: 

Seidel: 

Seidel had flopped trips but needed to fade Lew's flush draw to survive. The
turn paired Lew and gave him a couple more outs, but the
blanked on the river. Seidel laid claim to a much needed double late on Day 1.
| Jugador | Fichas | Progreso |
|---|---|---|
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50,000
20,000
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20,000 |
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16,800
36,200
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36,200 |
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