Brenes Spikes Straight on River to Survive
Humberto Brenes open-pushed all in for his last 8,900 and action folded around to the big blind, who tanked for a bit, but eventually made the call to put Brenes at risk.
Brenes: 
Big blind: 
"Kiiiiing!" Brenes announced.
Flop: 
A king for Brenes, but an ace for his opponent.
The 
turn changed nothing, however, the 
river would give Brenes a straight, which was good for the double up to 20,000.
| Player | Chips | Progress |
|---|---|---|
|
20,000
-18,000
|
-18,000 |
|
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