Event 4, Pot Limit Hold'em - Live Updates
Day 3 Live Updates
Winnar!!
5 years ago
Spegal wins!!
Michael Spegal has defeated Canadian Gavin Smith to win WSOP Gold.
With Smith on the button he made it $120,000 to go and Spegal went upstairs to $240,000. Gavin pushed his entire stack of $415,000 in the middle and Spegal called flipping over the A♠ 10♠.
Smith had 5♣ 5♦ for the slight edge, but Segal picked up a flush draw when the flop came J♦ 6♠ 3♠. When the turn revealed the Q♠ the flush was complete and Smith's bracelet hopes over - for now. I think the river was the K♦, but it doesn't really matter people - stay focused here - We have a Winner!
Michael Spegal has defeated Canadian Gavin Smith to win WSOP Gold.
With Smith on the button he made it $120,000 to go and Spegal went upstairs to $240,000. Gavin pushed his entire stack of $415,000 in the middle and Spegal called flipping over the A♠ 10♠.
Smith had 5♣ 5♦ for the slight edge, but Segal picked up a flush draw when the flop came J♦ 6♠ 3♠. When the turn revealed the Q♠ the flush was complete and Smith's bracelet hopes over - for now. I think the river was the K♦, but it doesn't really matter people - stay focused here - We have a Winner!
Back from Dinner; Heads-Up Continues
5 years ago
Michael Spegal has continued to keep Canadian Gavin Smith at bay and still has a more than four to one chip lead in the match.
Pot for Gavin
Spegal limps from the button for $40k and Smith checks his option in the big blind. The flop comes down 9-9-2 rainbow and Gavin bets out $40k. Spegal calls and the turn is the Q♠. Gavin decides to check it this time and Spegal takes the opportunity to bet out $100,000. Gavin calls and the river brings another queen. Gavin pots it for around $350k and after a bit of thought Spegal releases the hand.
Chip Count
Gavin Likes the Cameras
While still taking the match seriously it's obvious that the cameras are not deterring Gavin from his usual antics. Collecting money from side bets while still at the table, Smith comments, "Pleasure doing business with you," to the man handing him the hundred dollar bills.
Pot for Gavin
Spegal limps from the button for $40k and Smith checks his option in the big blind. The flop comes down 9-9-2 rainbow and Gavin bets out $40k. Spegal calls and the turn is the Q♠. Gavin decides to check it this time and Spegal takes the opportunity to bet out $100,000. Gavin calls and the river brings another queen. Gavin pots it for around $350k and after a bit of thought Spegal releases the hand.
Chip Count
| Michael Spegal: | $1.9 million |
| Gavin Smith: | $450,000 |
While still taking the match seriously it's obvious that the cameras are not deterring Gavin from his usual antics. Collecting money from side bets while still at the table, Smith comments, "Pleasure doing business with you," to the man handing him the hundred dollar bills.
Heads Up Battle: Gavin Smith Vs. Michael Spegal
5 years ago
Dinner Break!
It is now time for a much-needed dinner break. Go chow down, see ya soon.
Million Dollar Pot Split
It was a big pot but they both held an eight. On a flop of 6♥ 8♣ A♥, Michaelbet $30K and Gavin called. The turn came out 3♦ and Michael bet $60K. Gavin called once again. The river was 8♠ and this time Michael checked. Gavin bet the pot - $180,000. Michael re-raised and Gavin was all-in. But they split the pot - Gavin had 8♥ 4♠ and Michael had 8♦ 4♦.
Big Pots See-Saw
Gavin bet $60,000 pre-flop and Michael called. The flop was 2♦ Q♦ 2♦. Mike checked and Gavin bet out $80K. Michael called, and the turn was 6♥. Mike bet $150K and Gavin folded, giving Mike Spegal the pot.
In another hand: After the flop and turn, Gavin bet $80K and Michael called. The river was 8♣ and Michael checked, but Gavin bet $250K. Michael folded after a long wait and Gavin picked it up.
Careful Play
It's slow to start and the blinds are going back and forth. Neither one is making any calls and it's obvious the air is cautious.
The Finale
We are down to the final two players - Gavin Smith and Mike Spegal. Gavin's cheering section is getting rowdy but Spegal's leading by a bit, with just over $1,200,000. Gavin's sitting still at $1,100,000.
It is now time for a much-needed dinner break. Go chow down, see ya soon.
Million Dollar Pot Split
It was a big pot but they both held an eight. On a flop of 6♥ 8♣ A♥, Michaelbet $30K and Gavin called. The turn came out 3♦ and Michael bet $60K. Gavin called once again. The river was 8♠ and this time Michael checked. Gavin bet the pot - $180,000. Michael re-raised and Gavin was all-in. But they split the pot - Gavin had 8♥ 4♠ and Michael had 8♦ 4♦.
Big Pots See-Saw
Gavin bet $60,000 pre-flop and Michael called. The flop was 2♦ Q♦ 2♦. Mike checked and Gavin bet out $80K. Michael called, and the turn was 6♥. Mike bet $150K and Gavin folded, giving Mike Spegal the pot.
In another hand: After the flop and turn, Gavin bet $80K and Michael called. The river was 8♣ and Michael checked, but Gavin bet $250K. Michael folded after a long wait and Gavin picked it up.
Careful Play
It's slow to start and the blinds are going back and forth. Neither one is making any calls and it's obvious the air is cautious.
The Finale
We are down to the final two players - Gavin Smith and Mike Spegal. Gavin's cheering section is getting rowdy but Spegal's leading by a bit, with just over $1,200,000. Gavin's sitting still at $1,100,000.
Heads Up Coming Up
5 years ago
3rd Place Elimination: Jon Friedberg
After seeing a flop of 2♠ 7♦ T♦, Michael Spegal got all-in with T♥ 6♣. Jon Friedberg quickly called with Q♦ 2♦. The turn and river were 9♠ J♥, no help for Jon. Jon goes home in 3rd place with $101,762. Not too shabby Jonny.
Un, Deux, Trois
There are now 3 players left in the tournament and here's how they're stacking up:
1. Gavin Smith - $110,000,000
2. Mike Spegal - $900,000
3. John Friedberg - $375,000
After seeing a flop of 2♠ 7♦ T♦, Michael Spegal got all-in with T♥ 6♣. Jon Friedberg quickly called with Q♦ 2♦. The turn and river were 9♠ J♥, no help for Jon. Jon goes home in 3rd place with $101,762. Not too shabby Jonny.
Un, Deux, Trois
There are now 3 players left in the tournament and here's how they're stacking up:
1. Gavin Smith - $110,000,000
2. Mike Spegal - $900,000
3. John Friedberg - $375,000
Level 19: 4th And 5th Place Eliminations
5 years ago
4th Place Elimination: William Hill Is Gone
Michael Spegal called all-in with A♦ J♥ and was called by William Hill with A♥ 4♥. Unfortunately for Will, the flop was 4♦ T♥ J♣ giving both of them a pair but Spegal got the edge. The turn and river were Q♣ 9♥ and thus, William Hill goes home in 4th place. He finishes today with a nice $61,162.
Chip Counts:
1. Gavin Smith - $1,100,000
2. Michael Spegal - $600,000
3. Jon Friedberg - $255,000
4. Wiliam Hill $370,000
5th Place: Tom Savitsky
Tom Savitsky is the fifth place finisher and William Blake gains a nice stack through him. Tom got all-in with A♠ 3♣. William Blake called with 9♣ J♥. The board gave Willy a set of nines - K♦ T♥ 9♠ 9♥ 5♣. Tom Savitsky goes home tonight with $47,973
Gavin Gets Another Nice One
Jon Friedman raised it up $80K pre-flop and Gavin re-raised to $250K. After a thoughtful silence Jon decided to fold and Gavin scooped up some chunky change.
Party Of Five:
The alarm's sounding off and we must return to play. This is is how we're starting level 19:
1. Gavin Smith - $955,000
2. Mike Spegal - $580,000
3. Jon Friedberg - $400,000
4. William Hill - $295,000
5. Tom Savitsky - $120,000
Michael Spegal called all-in with A♦ J♥ and was called by William Hill with A♥ 4♥. Unfortunately for Will, the flop was 4♦ T♥ J♣ giving both of them a pair but Spegal got the edge. The turn and river were Q♣ 9♥ and thus, William Hill goes home in 4th place. He finishes today with a nice $61,162.
Chip Counts:
1. Gavin Smith - $1,100,000
2. Michael Spegal - $600,000
3. Jon Friedberg - $255,000
4. Wiliam Hill $370,000
5th Place: Tom Savitsky
Tom Savitsky is the fifth place finisher and William Blake gains a nice stack through him. Tom got all-in with A♠ 3♣. William Blake called with 9♣ J♥. The board gave Willy a set of nines - K♦ T♥ 9♠ 9♥ 5♣. Tom Savitsky goes home tonight with $47,973
Gavin Gets Another Nice One
Jon Friedman raised it up $80K pre-flop and Gavin re-raised to $250K. After a thoughtful silence Jon decided to fold and Gavin scooped up some chunky change.
Party Of Five:
The alarm's sounding off and we must return to play. This is is how we're starting level 19:
1. Gavin Smith - $955,000
2. Mike Spegal - $580,000
3. Jon Friedberg - $400,000
4. William Hill - $295,000
5. Tom Savitsky - $120,000
Eliminations!
5 years ago
6th Place Elimination: The Doctor Is Out
Bruce van Horn went all in with K-4 of spades against J♣ A♣. The flop is 3♠ 8♣ 3♥, and the turn and river are 7♣ and T♦. Unfortunately it was no help for Dr. Van Horn and he goes home in 6th place with $36,779.
Another Double For Tom Savitsky
Tom got all-in with A♦ 3♣. Gavin had 9♦ T♣. The flop was 5♠ 8♠ 4♣ but the turn was 2♥, giving Tom a wheel. Tom doubled up yet again, this time through chip leader G. Smith, and now was $200,000.
Gavin's Gainin'
Gavin has just over $1,000,000 and we are down to 6 players. Mike Spegal is in a far 2nd place with $565,000. Here are the chip counts:
1. Gavin Smith - $1,070,000 2. Michael Spegal - $565,000 3. Will Hill - $340,000 4. Jon Friedberg $200,000 5. Bruce Van Horn - $110,000 6. Tom Savitsky - $100,000
Simma Down Now
That elimination called for some air and de-stressing. Players are on a break, revving up by schmoozing about the room and pacing around with crossed arms. Gavin's cheering section is a good place to be right now.
7th Place Elimination: Eric Lynch
Eric Lynch had good cards but could not escape the fateful board. Gavin Smith raised it to $60,000 pre-flop and Eric Lynch moved all-in for an addtional $145,000. Gavin called and turned up A♣ 7♥. Lynch had A♣ K♥. The flop was Q♣ A♥ 7♣. The turn was another seven and Gavin hit a full house!
The river was a deuce of spades and Eric Lynch goes home in 7th place with $27,718.
Bruce van Horn went all in with K-4 of spades against J♣ A♣. The flop is 3♠ 8♣ 3♥, and the turn and river are 7♣ and T♦. Unfortunately it was no help for Dr. Van Horn and he goes home in 6th place with $36,779.
Another Double For Tom Savitsky
Tom got all-in with A♦ 3♣. Gavin had 9♦ T♣. The flop was 5♠ 8♠ 4♣ but the turn was 2♥, giving Tom a wheel. Tom doubled up yet again, this time through chip leader G. Smith, and now was $200,000.
Gavin's Gainin'
Gavin has just over $1,000,000 and we are down to 6 players. Mike Spegal is in a far 2nd place with $565,000. Here are the chip counts:
1. Gavin Smith - $1,070,000 2. Michael Spegal - $565,000 3. Will Hill - $340,000 4. Jon Friedberg $200,000 5. Bruce Van Horn - $110,000 6. Tom Savitsky - $100,000
Simma Down Now
That elimination called for some air and de-stressing. Players are on a break, revving up by schmoozing about the room and pacing around with crossed arms. Gavin's cheering section is a good place to be right now.
7th Place Elimination: Eric Lynch
Eric Lynch had good cards but could not escape the fateful board. Gavin Smith raised it to $60,000 pre-flop and Eric Lynch moved all-in for an addtional $145,000. Gavin called and turned up A♣ 7♥. Lynch had A♣ K♥. The flop was Q♣ A♥ 7♣. The turn was another seven and Gavin hit a full house!
The river was a deuce of spades and Eric Lynch goes home in 7th place with $27,718.
Last Of Level 18: 15 Minute Break For Five (Players)
5 years ago
Break Time
Players are on a 15 minute break, and when they get back it will be Round 19 with increased blinds.
Gavin Loses A Bit, But Just A Bit
On a flop of 9♣ 9♦ 6♦, Gavin Smith bet $35,000. Mike Spegal re-raised him to $125,000 and Gavin folds.
Down To Five
We're down to five players now. Gavin Smith is still papa but he's down to $950,000 in chips. Mike Spegal has about $500,000. William Hill, Jon Friedberg and Tom Savitsky are still in the mix.
Players are on a 15 minute break, and when they get back it will be Round 19 with increased blinds.
Gavin Loses A Bit, But Just A Bit
On a flop of 9♣ 9♦ 6♦, Gavin Smith bet $35,000. Mike Spegal re-raised him to $125,000 and Gavin folds.
Down To Five
We're down to five players now. Gavin Smith is still papa but he's down to $950,000 in chips. Mike Spegal has about $500,000. William Hill, Jon Friedberg and Tom Savitsky are still in the mix.
Round 18: Jeff Langdon Goes Home In 8th
5 years ago
8th Place Elimination: Jeff Langdon
Jeff Langdon was sent home despite his pocket rockets. Jeff raised it to $50,000 pre-flop in the small blind position and Gavin called. The flop was 4♦ 5♦ Q♦, and Gavin called Jeff's all-in, flipping over pocket fours. Jeff had A♦ A♠.
The turn was a 4♥ and Gavin hit his trips! The river was a 6♥ which made no difference. Gavin beat Mr. Langdon out with his set of fours and Jeff goes home in 8th place with $20,255
Tom Is The Doubling Master
Tom Savitsky doubled up again! He moved all-in with J♦ A♠ after Jeff Langdon raised pre-flop. Jeff called with 5♠ 7♠. The flop was 9♦ A♥ 7♦ and both got a pair, with Tom's aces in the lead. The turn and flop were T♠ 6♣. Tom doubles up for the third time at this final table and now has about $200,000 in chips.
Blind Raise And Chip Leaders
Blinds are up to $10,000/$20,000. Gavin Smith is still the cheap leader with $670,000. Jeff Langdon is at almost $400,000 and William Hill has $340,000. Here is what the chip board looks like:
Gavin Smith - $670,000
Jeff Langdon - $400,000
William Hill - $340,000
Eric Lynch - $240,000
Jon Friedberg - $230,000
Michael Spegal - $215,000
Bruce van Horn - $140,000
Tom Savitsky - $100,000
Jeff Langdon was sent home despite his pocket rockets. Jeff raised it to $50,000 pre-flop in the small blind position and Gavin called. The flop was 4♦ 5♦ Q♦, and Gavin called Jeff's all-in, flipping over pocket fours. Jeff had A♦ A♠.
The turn was a 4♥ and Gavin hit his trips! The river was a 6♥ which made no difference. Gavin beat Mr. Langdon out with his set of fours and Jeff goes home in 8th place with $20,255
Tom Is The Doubling Master
Tom Savitsky doubled up again! He moved all-in with J♦ A♠ after Jeff Langdon raised pre-flop. Jeff called with 5♠ 7♠. The flop was 9♦ A♥ 7♦ and both got a pair, with Tom's aces in the lead. The turn and flop were T♠ 6♣. Tom doubles up for the third time at this final table and now has about $200,000 in chips.
Blind Raise And Chip Leaders
Blinds are up to $10,000/$20,000. Gavin Smith is still the cheap leader with $670,000. Jeff Langdon is at almost $400,000 and William Hill has $340,000. Here is what the chip board looks like:
Gavin Smith - $670,000
Jeff Langdon - $400,000
William Hill - $340,000
Eric Lynch - $240,000
Jon Friedberg - $230,000
Michael Spegal - $215,000
Bruce van Horn - $140,000
Tom Savitsky - $100,000
Break and Blinds
5 years ago
Break Time Numero Uno
Players are on their first 15 minute break of the day. Maybe Gavin Smith can finally get his cocktail.
: No Eyes Needed - Gavin's Taking The Blinds Again
This final table is looking like a blind man's paradise. Gavin Smith has picked up the last three blind pots. Hey, you build your stack any way you can.
Tom Doubles Up Again
Tom savitsky went all-in for $40,000 and it worked out for him. He was called by Bruce van Horn and turned over T♦ Q♥. Bruce van Horn had pocket eights.
The board was flop was 9♠ 5♠ A♥ 6♣ T♦. Tom rivered a pair of tens and doubled up through Bruce.
Players are on their first 15 minute break of the day. Maybe Gavin Smith can finally get his cocktail.
: No Eyes Needed - Gavin's Taking The Blinds Again
This final table is looking like a blind man's paradise. Gavin Smith has picked up the last three blind pots. Hey, you build your stack any way you can.
Tom Doubles Up Again
Tom savitsky went all-in for $40,000 and it worked out for him. He was called by Bruce van Horn and turned over T♦ Q♥. Bruce van Horn had pocket eights.
The board was flop was 9♠ 5♠ A♥ 6♣ T♦. Tom rivered a pair of tens and doubled up through Bruce.
Level 17: First Of The Flock Goes Out
5 years ago
9th Place Elimination: Marco Traniello
Marco is the first of the final table to go home. He raised pre-flop to $50,000, and Gavin re-raised it to an additional $108,000. Marco got all-in for another $111,000. Smith called and showed pocket jacks. Marco had A♣ K♣.
The flop showed 8♦ Q♥ 2♥. The turn was the 9♣ and the river was 7♥ and Marco was sent home with $14,925.
All Pre-Flop Play Means A Slow Day
We haven't seen a flop in a while now. Everyone's hitting the stacks early and betting/folding pre-flop. Here are a few pre-flop plays:
Tom Savitsky raised and was re-raised by Mike Spegal. He folded and Mike took the pot.
Jeff Langdon raised pre-flop and made it $45,000 to play. Eric re-raised it to $100,000. Everyone folded and Eric Lynch took the pot.
Gavin Folds Jacks
Jeff Langdon re-raised Gavin Smith pre-flop and Smith called, making the pot a nice $172,000. The flop was 4♦ 7♦ 6♦. Langdon raised and Gavin Smith folded, openly showing pocket jacks. Langdon took the pot with his unknown cards. Gavin really wants a cocktail - cocktail service has been requested several times.
Free Willy Blinds
There's alot of blind stealing going on. In the last four hands, Jeff Langdon and William Hill have been at a free-for-all, blinds smorgasboard.
Tom Savitsky Doubles Up Through William Hill
Tom Savitsky moved all-in for $38,000. Will Hill called and showed K♥ A♠. Tom had 7♦ Q♦. The flop showed 6♠ 3♣ 4♦. The turn was the 5♠ and Tom hit his straight! The river gave out an unrelenting J♥ and Tom Savitsky doubled up.
Marco is the first of the final table to go home. He raised pre-flop to $50,000, and Gavin re-raised it to an additional $108,000. Marco got all-in for another $111,000. Smith called and showed pocket jacks. Marco had A♣ K♣.
The flop showed 8♦ Q♥ 2♥. The turn was the 9♣ and the river was 7♥ and Marco was sent home with $14,925.
All Pre-Flop Play Means A Slow Day
We haven't seen a flop in a while now. Everyone's hitting the stacks early and betting/folding pre-flop. Here are a few pre-flop plays:
Tom Savitsky raised and was re-raised by Mike Spegal. He folded and Mike took the pot.
Jeff Langdon raised pre-flop and made it $45,000 to play. Eric re-raised it to $100,000. Everyone folded and Eric Lynch took the pot.
Gavin Folds Jacks
Jeff Langdon re-raised Gavin Smith pre-flop and Smith called, making the pot a nice $172,000. The flop was 4♦ 7♦ 6♦. Langdon raised and Gavin Smith folded, openly showing pocket jacks. Langdon took the pot with his unknown cards. Gavin really wants a cocktail - cocktail service has been requested several times.
Free Willy Blinds
There's alot of blind stealing going on. In the last four hands, Jeff Langdon and William Hill have been at a free-for-all, blinds smorgasboard.
Tom Savitsky Doubles Up Through William Hill
Tom Savitsky moved all-in for $38,000. Will Hill called and showed K♥ A♠. Tom had 7♦ Q♦. The flop showed 6♠ 3♣ 4♦. The turn was the 5♠ and Tom hit his straight! The river gave out an unrelenting J♥ and Tom Savitsky doubled up.
Double-Up And Steal
5 years ago
Lynch Doubles Up
Eric Lynch raises, and is re-raised by Tom Savitsky. It's now $84,000 to play. Eric moves all-in. Eric flips over 7♦ 7♠. Tom has K♠ A♦.
The flop is 3♣ T♦ 9♦. Savitsky's looking for a King or higher to double up. The turn is Q♥. The river is 3♦, and Eric Lynch wins with his lucky pocket sevens. He takes a pot of approximately $200,000 in chips.
The First Few Hands
The first hand sees Tom in SB and Bruce is BB. Jon raises pre-flop and is re-raised by Will Hill. Jon folds and William takes the first pot. Hey if you can't be first, go home. In the next hand, Gavin steals the blinds.
Eric Lynch raises, and is re-raised by Tom Savitsky. It's now $84,000 to play. Eric moves all-in. Eric flips over 7♦ 7♠. Tom has K♠ A♦.
The flop is 3♣ T♦ 9♦. Savitsky's looking for a King or higher to double up. The turn is Q♥. The river is 3♦, and Eric Lynch wins with his lucky pocket sevens. He takes a pot of approximately $200,000 in chips.
The First Few Hands
The first hand sees Tom in SB and Bruce is BB. Jon raises pre-flop and is re-raised by Will Hill. Jon folds and William takes the first pot. Hey if you can't be first, go home. In the next hand, Gavin steals the blinds.
It's Final Table Time
5 years ago
Finally! Lets Get This Show Crackin!
We are introducing the players and finally getting down to work. The sunglasses are on, and the commentator's singing the players' glories. But hey - lets play some poker?
Table Geography
Here's how the players are sitting and how much they've got:
Seat 1: Eric Lynch - $91,000
Seat 2: William Hill - $332,000
Seat 3: Tom Savitsky - $140,000
Seat 4: Mike Spegal - $241,000
Seat 5: Bruce van Horn - $315,000
Seat 6: Marco Traniello - $241,000
Seat 7: Jon Friedberg - $204,000
Seat 8: Jeff Langdon - $286,000
Seat 9: Gavin Smith - $480,000
Pre-show
We're getting the show started any minute now, and the chips are on the table in labelled plastic bags, awaiting their respective claimers. Gavin Smith has the heaviest bag with a weight of $500,000 in chips. The lightweight of the startup pro player Eric Lynch with just under $100,000.
Stay tuned for eliminations and continued action. We will be begin in roughly twenty minutes.
Event Information
- Event Name
- Event 4, Pot Limit Hold'em
- Venue
- Rio All-Suite Hotel and Casino, Las Vegas
- Date
- 2007-06-03
- Final Day
- 2007-06-05
- Buy In
- $1,500
- Entrants
- 781
- Prize Pool
- $1,066,065
- First Prize
- $252,290
Event Winner
| Player | Prize Money | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Michael Spegal | $251,957 |
| 2 | Gavin Smith | $155,446 |
| 3 | Jon Friedberg | $101,276 |
| 4 | William Hill | $67,076 |
| 5 | Thomas Savitsky | $47,912 |
