Level 6: 500/1,000 (1,000)
Entries: €127/147
Prize Pool: €149,720
Surprise! The live coverage of the €1,150 Seniors High Roller (50 Years Young) was intended to kick off tomorrow at Day 2. However, thanks to certain events finishing early, this live blogger now has time to cover Day 1 of this prestigious tournament.
The seniors kicked it off at 15:00 and are currently on Level 6. Late registration will be open until Level 9 commences, and all players have the opportunity to make one re-entry.
Let’s kick the coverage off with a double-up. Garry Spinks open-shoved 18,900 from the Hi-jack. Patrick Koch re-shoved on the Button, and they were soon heads-up to the flop.
Garry Spinks:
Patrick Koch:
Koch was slightly ahead with the tens, and the improved his hand, giving him an open-ended straight draw to go along with his pocket pair. He maintained his lead on the turn, but the fell on the river, securing Spinks a full double-up.
Patrick Koch: 69,000
Garry Spinks: 40,300
