Gathy Slows Down Hughes
Level 3
: Blinds 200/400, 400 ante
Ryan Hughes built up one of the largest stacks in the field through the opening two levels but recently collided in a pot with Michael Gathy. Hughes opened to 1,000 in middle position and Gathy reraised to 4,000 out of the big blind. Hughes called and they went heads-up to a flop of 
.
Gathy continued with a bet of 3,000 and Hughes called to see the 
on the turn. Gathy checked this time and Hughes flicked in a bet of 6,000. Gathy called and the 
completed the board. Both players checked and Gathy turned over 
for the winner.
| Player | Chips | Progress |
|---|---|---|
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125,400
85,400
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85,400 |
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61,200
21,200
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21,200 |
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