Etter Misfires
Level 8
: 400/800, 100 ante
David Etter's stack is taking a beating this level. He's down to 77,000 after doubling up an opponent. That player opened for 2,400 from the button, with Etter defending from the big blind. On a flop of , Etter checked. The button player bet 2,800 and was met with a check-raise to 7,200 from Etter. The button tanked for about two minutes before shoving all in for a total of 31,400. Etter cut calling chips off of his stack, counted down his remaining chips, and then put the calling chips across the betting line.
Etter:
Opponent:
Each player made top pair, but Etter's 10 was out-kicked by his opponent's queen. The turn and river were both aces, allowing Etter's opponent to claim the pot and double up to 69,000.