Benson Profits From Bentley's Bluff

Gary Benson raised under the gun +1 to 50,000, and Wayne Bentley called from the cutoff. The flop came down and Benson quickly threw out a 75,000-chip bet. Bentley wasted no time and kicked it up to 160,000. Both players seemed to have a game plan, as Benson acted quickly and made the call.
The turn was the , and Benson checked. Bentley picked up some 25,000 chips and bet 150,000. Benseon called quickly once again.
On the river the hit, and Benson checked again. Bentley thought about it for five seconds, and then checked showing
. Benson turned over
and took down this pot.
Player | Chips | Progress |
---|---|---|
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1,050,000
-150,000
|
-150,000 |
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780,000
149,000
|
149,000 |
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