Gruissem Takes a Big Lead
Level 16
: 6,000/12,000, 1,000 ante
Philipp Gruissem raised to 25,000 from the button and Igor Kurganov called from the big blind. The flop brought out 
and Kurganov checked to Gruissem who bet 30,000. Kurganov raised it up to 90,000 and Gruissem called.
On the turn the 
hit and Kurganov bet 140,000. Gruissem tanked for a bit before sliding out the call.
The river brought the 
and Kurganov counted out a large bet worth 255,000. Gruissem called and Kurganov showed two pair according to the dealer. Gruissem turned over 
and took down this massive pot.
| Player | Chips | Progress |
|---|---|---|
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1,123,000
400,000
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400,000 |
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377,000
-400,000
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-400,000 |
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