Chan Drills the River to Double

Level 9
: Blinds 1,000/1,500, 1,500 ante
Johnn Chan was heads-up from the cutoff against a lone player in the big blind on a flop of 5?4?6?.
It was checked to Chan and he shoved for approximately 23,000 total. His opponent called after a bit of deliberation and a showdown was held.
Johnny Chan: A?J?
Opponent: Q?4?
Chan was in trouble and had one foot out the door on the 6? turn, however, the J? river bailed Chan out — pairing his jack for the much-needed double up.
Player | Chips | Progress |
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55,000
30,000
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30,000 |
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