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Hiroki Karatsu Boosted in Full By Rockets

by Tricia David • May 23, 2026 - 8:45 AM

Hiroki Karatsu doubles up

With no action before him, Chien Te Lee jammed out of the small blind and Hiroki Karatsu snap-called while risking his tournament life.

Hiroki Karatsu: A ♥️ A ♣️

Chien Te Lee: 3 ♣️ A ♦️ Q ♦️

Karatsu was in prime shape for a double up with the nuts hole cards. The board ensured it running A ♦️ Q ♦️ 3 ♣️ :8s; 4 ♥️.

Player Chips
Hiroki Karatsu 2,600,000
Chien Te Lee 2,100,000