May 13, 2024
Photo: Alon Messica
On a heads-up flop of , Dustin Melanson bets 29,000 and Alon Messica tries to call, but accidentally tosses in the wrong chips, signifying a raise. After the floor rules that it is in fact a min-raise to 58,000, Melanson moves all in for 138,000, sending Messica deep into the tank.
After almost two minutes, he sets out his stack of chips to make the call, putting Melanson at risk.
“Nice call,” Melanson admits as he tables for a flush draw while Messica rolls over for the lead.
The runout of provides neither an ace or a spade for Melanson and he is sent to the rail.
Alon Messica – 325,000 (65 bb)
Dustin Melanson – Eliminated