Mano a Mano
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Level 5
: 250/500, 75 ante
Having played a hand to the turn before we arrived, Tom Marchese went toe-to-toe with 2012 World Series of Poker Main Event Champion Greg Merson with a three-bet to force him off the pot.
The board read 
by fourth street and Merson was holding the button when Marchese led into him for 3,500.
Merson casually moved a stack forward, making it 7,100 to play, and after a long moment to contemplate his spot, Marchese put the champ to the test, three-betting to 13,500.
Having been played back at, Merson quickly laid his hand down before entering into a professional discussion with his neighbor and nemesis.
| Player | Chips | Progress |
|---|---|---|
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81,500
10,500
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10,500 |
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28,800
11,775
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11,775 |
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