Shad Murphy looked destined to cruise into the money in Day 1c, but a brutal couple of levels saw his stack dwindle before he finally found himself all in and at risk.

After an open and a three-bet, Murphy moved all in for 105,000 from the small blind. The original raiser folded, while the three-bettor quickly called.

Shad Murphy: A♣J♥
Opponent: A♥Q♠

Murphy was dominated and in need of help, but the dealer spread the perfect flop: A♠J♣4♥, pairing his jack to vault him into the lead. The 8♦ turn and 7♠ river were clean, earning Murphy a much-needed double-up and keeping his hopes of a Day 2 berth alive.

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