Cheong Can't Stand Much Pressure
Joseph Cheong started things off with an under-the-gun-raise to 950,000. Only Michael Mizrachi, in position behind Cheong, called. On an all-trey flop, , Cheong led out for 1.425 million. Mizrachi raised to 4 million and ended the hand as Cheong folded. Mizrachi flashed pocket kings.
MOC Robbie Thompason announced Mizrachi's count as more than 18 million, drawing tons of applause from the rail.