Split Decision: Week 5’s Dramatic Showdown at the Elite Tampa Bay Poker League
The fifth week of the Elite Tampa Bay Poker League brought the heat, both in terms of competition and unexpected outcomes. As the evening’s play unfolded, tension mounted and chips flew, culminating in a thrilling finale that had everyone on the edge of their seats. In a twist that perfectly encapsulates the unpredictable nature of poker, the night ended with a dramatic split at the top. Likang Berninger and Jim Myers, two skilled contenders, found themselves locked in a deadlock, ultimately agreeing to chop the first-place prize. This occurrence not only showcased the caliber of play in our league but also highlighted the sportsmanship that makes our community special. Let’s delve into the details of this unforgettable evening and the path that led to this unexpected dual victory.
At the feature table Brett Pope was a late arrival. Not too soon after he was all in vs Anthony Dagostino AA >KK. Luckbox.
At 300/500 Juan Rodriguez opened to about 1k, Matt Trizis 3 bet to about 3k, Tony Dagostino was all in for his last 6500.
Matt had AT, Tony 33. 33 held to double Tony up.
Now Matt Trizis was all in and Brett called for the knockout!
Lee Tran, our week 1 winner, was out, Gary Hummel got him!
Austin Fowler doubled through the young Evan Vancavage
Nick Scholz > Rob Cotto
Tom McDonald ran into Dugg Hadden’s JJ with TT. He didn’t get too upset, usually he curses.
Nick Scholz JJ >Juan Rodriguez
We had our final table!
A double for David Smith through Likang Berninger!
A double for Ray Mancini through Likang!
Nick Scholz ran into Ray’s AA and was out 9th!
Jim hit not one, but JJ on the flop to knock out David Smith & Austin 7th & 8th with QUAD JACKS!
A double for Ray through Jim Myers
Andra’s QTcc ran into Ray’s KK
A big double for Ray through Likang!
A double for Dugg through Ray 44>A3
Sean Carmichael’s KK could not get there after Jim hit triple 3s! Sean out 5th
Likang QT> Ray 55
Ray Mancini 4th
Likang T9hh> Dugg AT
Dugg Hadden 3rd
And it was a chop for Likang Berninger and Jim Myers for 1st!!
The final table in order of finish was:
1 Jim Meyers & Likang Berninger (Clive Sub)
2. chop
3. Dugg Hadden
4. Ray Mancini
5. Sean Carmichael
6. Andra Zachow
7. David Smith
8. Austin Fowler
9. Nick Scholz
