| Level 30: | 40,000/80,000 (80,000) |
| Entries: | 8/519 |
| Prizes: | €149,628 |
Patrik Falk opened to 180,000 from the Lo-jack, before Mairo Tori three-bet to 480,000 on the Button. This sent Falk deep into the tank; after perhaps two minutes’ worth of pondering, he was called the clock upon. With only a few seconds left on his countdown, Falk made the call.
First to act, Falk checked the 5♣3♣Q♠ flop. Tori fired a 900,000 continuation bet, and Falk immediately moved all in for perhaps 1,200,000 in total. Being priced in, Tori made the call.
Patrik Falk: A♦Q♦
Mairo Tori: A♠K♠
“One time,” Falk cheered for his top pair to hold. The Poker Gods heard his prayers; the board completed with 5♦8♦, and he received a very crucial double-up.
Patrik Falk: 3,200,000
Mairo Tori: 1,070,000
