Patur Dodges Bitar's "Many Outs" to Double Up
Balakrishna Patur raised and a player flat-called before Ghassan Bitar three-bet from the blinds. Patur four-bet and only Bitar called.
The flop landed 
and Bitar opted to lead out for 16,500. Patur called. The turn brought the 
and Bitar moved all in for 66,700, sending Patur into the tank and he eyed the tournament clock on the wall.
"I hate to do this. I don't think I can fold. Alright, buddy," Patur said before calling with slightly less.
Balakrishna Patur: 
Ghassan Bitar: 
Bitar tabled his holding, top pair and a turned straight draw, and Patur proudly slammed down ace-king to show himself to be ahead. He still had to dodge a seven, jack or queen to avoid being eliminated. He was able to do so as the 
bricked off on the river and he let out a triumphant "YES!" as the river card peeled off.
"Many outs," Bitar said glumly as he was left with crumbs.
| Player | Chips | Progress |
|---|---|---|
|
165,000 | |
|
2,000 |