High-stakes poker showdown eliminates Brian Frew in 13th place
A high-stakes hand at Level 25 of the tournament saw Brian Frew eliminated in thirteenth place. With only 11 players left from an original field of 476, the clash between Frew and Edin Hrnjic decided the next departure. The prize pool for the event stood at £59,500.
The action began when Hrnjic, holding K♦ 10♦, opened with a raise to 150,000 from the Button. Frew, in the Big Blind, responded by moving all-in for his remaining 335,000 with A♠ J♣. Hrnjic quickly called, putting Frew’s tournament life at risk.
The showdown ended with Frew’s elimination, leaving him with nothing. Hrnjic’s stack climbed to 3,100,000 after securing the pot. Frew exited the tournament in thirteenth place, earning £720 for his run.
Frew’s departure leaves just 11 competitors still in contention. Hrnjic’s chip lead now positions him strongly as the tournament nears its final stages. The next elimination will determine who reaches the unofficial final table.
