Day 1C – MPF Autumn2024

Fuong Puts The Pressure On

Level 8: 600/1200 (1200)
Entries: 92/145

Julien Stropoli defended his big blind against Jai Fuong’s raise from the cutoff. Stropoli called Fuong’s continuation bet on the 10♦Q♠A♥ flop, and the 4♠ landed on the turn. After Stropoli checked, Fuong increased the pressure with a larger bet of 15,000, which Stropoli again called.

The river brought the 2♣, and Fuong didn’t let up, shoving all-in to put Stropoli’s remaining 45,000 chips on the line.

Julien Stropoli: 45,000
Jai Fuong: 170,000

€250 Hendon Mob Championship Day 1 Kicks Off!

Day 1 of the €250 Hendon Mob Championship is officially underway, and players are gathering for what promises to be an exciting Day 1. This event, known for its lively competition and skilled players, will feature 30-minute levels throughout the day, giving participants plenty of time to showcase their strategy and skills.

With 10 levels of late registration, there’s still plenty of opportunity for new entries to join the action. Whether you’re starting with the field or considering a late entry, Day 1 of the Hendon Mob Championship is a good place to be!

All-In Showdown: Boulton vs. Stefano Boi

Level 7: 500/1000 (1000)
Entries: 96/137

An intense hand unfolded when an early-position player opened the action and was met by a call from Joshua James Boulton for 2,000. Stefano Boi (pictured below) then 3-bet to 8,500, leading the original raiser to fold. Without missing a beat, Boulton moved all in for 34,000, putting the pressure back on Boi. After some thought, Boi made the call, and the cards were on their backs:

• Joshua James Boulton: A♦J♥
• Stefano Boi: A♠Q♥

The board ran out 9♣6♥J♣K♠6♣, bringing tension with every card. The final card bricked for Boulton and that meant he was knocked out for the moment. Hopefully, his luck will be better on the next flights.

With Boi taking down the pot, his stack now sits at 152,000, while Boulton exits with 0 chips.

Break Update: 92 Players Remaining as Late Registration Continues

As we head into a 15-minute break in Day 1C, 92 players are still vying for their place in the tournament out of 129 entries so far. With late registration still open, the field could grow even more as new challengers join the action.

The next level resumes at 500/1,000, setting the stage for another exciting round of play. Stay tuned for updates as the competition heats up!

Muhlbauer’s Bold River Call Claims the Pot

Level 6: 400/800 (800)
Entries: 94/129

The action built up to the river on a board of 5♦7♠9♠J♦2♥. With 30,000 already in the pot, Johann Muhlbauer checked to Enrico Grella, who bet a sizable 25,000. After a moment’s thought, Muhlbauer made a hero call with K♦9♦, holding just top pair on a tough board.

Grella mucked his hand, conceding the pot to Muhlbauer’s gutsy play. The call showed sharp instincts and resilience as Muhlbauer scooped up the chips.

Johann Muhlbauer: 120,000
Enrico Grella: 21,500

Fuong’s Nut Straight Leaves Santini Short

Level 6: 400/800 (800)
Entries: 93/123

An intense hand unfolded between USA’s John Santini and Germany’s Jai Fuong on a flop of J♥7♣9♣. After Fuong bet, Santini check-raised to 4,000. The turn brought the 8♦, completing several possible straights. Santini led out with a bet of 8,000, only for Fuong to shove all-in for 54,400, pushing his stack into the middle with confidence.

Santini quickly called, and the hands were revealed:

• John Santini: 10♥6♥
• Jai Fuong: Q♠10♦

Realizing his opponent held the nut straight, Santini sighed and acknowledged, “Oh, you have the nuts.” Indeed, Fuong’s straight left Santini drawing thin, needing a Queen to split the pot. Unfortunately for Santini, the river didn’t deliver, leaving him with just 4,700 chips.

John Santini: 4,700
Jai Fuong: 120,000