Recap of High Stakes Poker Season 13 Episode 10: A Night of Twists and Turns
Published on October 14, 2024
Reading Time: 5 Min
Last Updated: October 15, 2024
The latest episode of High Stakes Poker Season 13 aired on PokerGO, and it brought another thrilling continuation of the $500/$1,000 no-limit hold’em cash game featuring renowned personalities in the poker world. The night was filled with high stakes, intense action, and dramatic moments, setting the stage for poker enthusiasts eagerly following the season.
The Scene: A Star-Studded Table
As the episode kicked off, viewers were treated to a table filled with established names and new players alike. The roster included Andrew Robl, Jennifer Tilly, Stanley Tang, Brandon Steven, Justin Gavri, Humboldt Mike, and Nik Airball. Adding to the drama was the presence of Sameh Elamawy, the billionaire CEO of Scratch, who was coming off a remarkable previous episode featuring one of the biggest bluffs in the show’s history.
At the beginning of the episode, the chip counts revealed the competitive landscape:
| Player | Chip Stack |
|---|---|
| Sameh Elamawy | $803,000 |
| Brandon Steven | $767,500 |
| Andrew Robl | $688,500 |
| Jennifer Tilly | $309,500 |
| Stanley Tang | $297,500 |
| Justin Gavri | $288,000 |
| Nik Airball | $274,500 |
| Humboldt Mike | $220,500 |
First Hand Drama: Robl’s Bad Intentions
The first hand of the episode set the tone for a night of tension. With a straddle in place, Andrew Robl found pocket jacks (J♣ J♠) and made it $5,000. Sameh Elamawy called with A♠ 10♣ and Justin Gavri made it $30,000 with A♣ K♣, leading only Robl to call him.
The flop came down 8♣ 7♥ 5♣, creating opportunities for flushes and straights. Gavri, holding a flush draw, bet $20,000, and Robl, with his overpair, called. The turn brought the 6♣, completing Gavri’s flush. He cleverly checked, leading Robl to bet $25,000.
Commentator Nick Schulman’s remark, “He is throwing a couple of cranberries into the Abyss,” punctuated the moment. Gavri called directly into a $207,500 pot, leaving Robl admitting, “I had bad intentions," highlighting the high stakes of the hand.
Strategic Moves: Gavri Sets Up Humboldt Mike
In another critical hand, Stanley Tang raised to $5,000 with pocket aces (A♠ A♥), but it was Gavri who stole the spotlight by outmaneuvering Humboldt Mike with a set of sixes. After several raises, they found themselves engaged in a showdown that culminated in a massive pot worth $473,500.
Humboldt Mike Hits Back
Despite earlier misfortunes, Humboldt Mike retaliated after the set-up gamble. He raised to $6,000 from the cutoff with A♥ 10♦ and drew the attention of Tilly (3♠ 3♦) and Steven (A♦ Q♦). When the flop of 10♥ 10♦ A♠ brought an explosion of action, Humboldt Mike’s full house secured him a pot worth $445,500 after a tactical final push against Tang.
A Showdown Between Tilly and Steven
In a moment that captivated viewers, Jennifer Tilly went head-to-head with Brandon Steven. Tilly raised with pocket queens (Q♠ Q♦) before Steven three-bet with A♠ K♣, leading to a fascinating showdown for a pot of $599,500. The match-up was marked by camaraderie and banter, but ultimately ended with Tilly bowing out, declaring, “Good night, everybody.”
Tang’s Big Win Against Humboldt Mike
One of the night’s highlights occurred when Tang triumphed over Humboldt Mike in a showdown characterized by tactical plays. After Tang managed to check-jam all-in for a substantial pot, he flipped over his trip jacks, taking down a huge $429,000 pot, much to the surprise of the audience.
The Grand Finale: A Massive Pot to End the Night
As the episode drew near its conclusion, audience members witnessed an epic clash between Elamawy and Tang. Both players showcased their skills in a riveting final hand where they created a pot worth $765,500. Despite initial triumphs, the hand showcased the unpredictability of poker and solidified the idea that in high-stakes environments, fortunes can change in an instant.
Here’s how the chip stacks looked at the end of this thrilling episode:
| Player | Chip Stack |
|---|---|
| Andrew Robl | $1,165,500 |
| Brandon Steven | $1,110,000 |
| Stanley Tang | $649,500 |
| Justin Gavri | $622,500 |
| Sameh Elamawy | $511,000 |
| Nik Airball | $424,000 |
| Humboldt Mike | $266,500 |
Closing Thoughts
Episode 10 of High Stakes Poker Season 13 certainly lived up to its name, filled with tension, strategy, and unexpected twists. It never fails to deliver dramatic poker moments that keep fans glued to their screens. If you missed the action, be sure to catch the latest episodes on PCRGO.
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Written by Chad Holloway – PR & Media Manager at PokerNews, podcast host, and 2013 WSOP Bracelet Winner.
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