Kristian's Prayers Answered

With an 8d-4c-Js-Qs-5s lying patiently on the board, young Kristian Aksnes leads out for a bet of 3,200. His Portuguese opponent looks tortured by his decision, and proceeds to dwell with the delibaration of a contestant facing the final question of Who Wants to be a Millionaire. After a few moments, another players calls a clock, but depsite echoing his own command numerous times, the request seems to fall on stony ground as the dealer remains seemingly unaware of the rule. Nevertheless, the Portugese player makes the call, but can only muster 9d-9h for third pair as Aksnes proudly reveals 4d-4s for the flopped set.

Aksnes now flying high with circa 25,000 in chips.