APT Main Event (36,000,000 VND)

Pham Ngoc Bao opened to 40,000 from middle position, and after action folded around, Do Tien Vu called from the button. Chun Chi Liu, sitting in the small blind, raised the stakes by shoving all-in for nearly 200,000, putting his tournament life on the line.

Vu glanced at his cards, shared a brief exchange in the vernacular, and then made the call.

Chun Chi Liu: A♣ Q♦

Do Tien Vu: T♦ 9♦

Bao was hopeful for a double-up and looked to the board with anticipation. The dealer revealed 3♦ J♠ K♦ , keeping Bao in the lead with a straight draw. Vu, though initially behind, now had both a flush and straight draw, giving him numerous outs to win the hand.

The turn brought the 5♦ , completing Vu's flush. He offered an apology to Bao, as the river 5♥ sealed Bao’s exit from the tournament.