Doug Polk’s High-Stakes Duel With Tom Dwan Steals the Show on *High Stakes Poker*
Doug Polk participated in High Stakes Poker, the renowned cash game show, over two intense days of play. The action included high-stakes hands and bold moves against skilled opponents. One of the biggest pots occurred in Season 9, Episode 4, when he clashed with Tom Dwan in a dramatic showdown.
The first day began with blinds at $200/$400 and a $400 big-blind ante. In a key hand, Doug raised to $4,000 from the button with K♠ 7♠. Gavi then reraised to $20,000 holding A♠ 5♠, while Keating called with J♦ 10♦.
Doug responded with a four-bet to $75,000, forcing Gavi to fold. Keating stayed in, and the flop came 9♣ 6♣ 2♥. Doug followed up with a $35,000 bet—roughly 20% of the pot. Another major confrontation saw Doug holding A♠ 5♠ against Tom Dwan’s pocket Aces. The hand escalated into a massive pot, ending with Dwan securing a full house and taking down the chips.
The two-day session featured aggressive plays and significant pots. Doug’s confrontations, including the high-profile clash with Dwan, highlighted the intensity of High Stakes Poker. The episode will be remembered for its bold bets and dramatic outcomes.
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