Erik Nason Eliminated in 5th place ($49,270)

Aug 27, 2018

Erik Nason and Aaron Messmer_WPT500_L1070665

From under the gun, Erik Nason (pictured above left standing) moves all in for 4,650,000. Aaron Messmer uses a time extension chip from the small blind before making the call.

Nason: Diamond KClub 10
Messmer: Spade 9Heart 9

The dealer spread a Diamond 9Club 6Spade 8 flop to improve Messmer to a set but still give Nason outs to a gutshot.

The Diamond 6 on the turn would put an end to Nason’s chances as the Heart 3 completes the board on the river.

Aaron Messmer – 12,000,000
Erik Nason – Eliminated in 9th Place ($49,270)

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