Jose Maria Rodriguez doubles up in high-stakes PartyPoker Tour Seville showdown

One daring move changed the game. Rodriguez risked it all—and won big—while Antunes' ace-king fell short in Seville's high-pressure poker battle.

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2026 March 29 . 11:02 PM

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Jose Maria Rodriguez doubles up in high-stakes PartyPoker Tour Seville showdown

A dramatic hand at the PartyPoker Tour Seville €500 Main Event saw Jose Maria Rodriguez double his stack to 182,000. The clash came against Lucia Antunes, who held a slight chip lead before the showdown. Both players committed significant chips in a high-stakes pre-flop confrontation.

The action began with Rodriguez opening to 10,000 from the Hi-jack. Antunes, seated on the Button, responded with a 30,000 three-bet. Instead of folding, Rodriguez went all in for 85,000. Antunes made the call, setting up a showdown.

Rodriguez revealed **10♥ 10♦**, while Antunes held **A♦ K♠**. The board ran out **9♠ 7♣ 4♥ J♣ 7♥**, leaving Antunes' overcards unpaired. Rodriguez's pocket tens held, securing him the pot and doubling his stack to 182,000. Antunes' count adjusted to 195,000 after the loss. The event, held at Casino Admiral in Seville from March 16-22, 2026, also featured notable professionals. PartyPoker ambassadors **Niall "Firaldo" Farrell**, **Matt Staples**, and **Jaime Staples** participated in related tournaments during the festival.

Rodriguez now sits with 182,000 after the crucial double-up. Antunes remains in contention with 195,000. The tournament continues with several well-known players still in the field.