Mercier Falling; Hairabedian Thriving

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Jason Mercier opened with a raise to 4,800 and was called by Roger Hairabedian from the button and Michel Abecassis from the big blind.

The flop was {A-Hearts} {9-Diamonds} {4-Clubs} and Abecassis checked. Mercier fired out a continuation bet of 6,300 and Hairabedian quickly called. Abecassis called as well and the three saw the {5-Spades} turn. All three players checked and the board completed with the {3-Clubs} .

Abecassis checked for a third time and Mercier fired 21,700. Hairbedian came out with a raise, however, making it 65,000 to go. Abecassis threw away his hand and Mercier went into the tank.

"Six-seven," Mercier said out loud to his opponent. "I don't know how though. Ace and then six-seven?"

Eventually Mercier gave up his hand and Hairabedian was awarded the pot. He's now sporting about 275,000 while Mercier has fallen to 91,000.