Carlson Flops a Set to Bust Kings and Stay Alive
Level 16
: Blinds 4,000/8,000, 8,000 ante
After action folded to Kevin Carlson in the hijack, he moved all in for his remaining 29,000, putting himself at risk as the money bubble was quickly approaching. He got one caller, on the button.
Kevin Carlson: 
Button: 
"Oh three five is winning this," one player at the table commented.
"No offense, but I'm rooting against you," another told the button.
When the 
flop hit the table, Carlson and others at the table erupted in celebration, as Carlson had just flopped a straight. The 
turn and 
river changed nothing, and Carlson doubled up with the money fast approaching.
| Player | Chips | Progress |
|---|---|---|
|
73,000
-39,000
|
-39,000 |