Petrovs outplays rivals in high-stakes poker showdown for massive pot

One bold bluff changed everything. Petrovs' high-risk play left opponents folding—and his chip stack soaring in this dramatic poker clash.

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2026 February 15 . 10:18 PM

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Petrovs outplays rivals in high-stakes poker showdown for massive pot

A high-stakes hand unfolded in a recent poker tournament, with Aigars Petrovs securing a significant pot. The clash involved Oleh Pritsak and Jari Nikunlassi, ending in a decisive win for Petrovs after a series of bold moves.

The action began when Oleh Pritsak opened for 20,000 from UTG+1. Petrovs called from his position, setting up the confrontation. On the flop, Petrovs pushed forward with a 45,000 bet plus.

Pritsak checked the turn, but Petrovs escalated by moving all in. Jari Nikunlassi, in the Big Blind, called the bet. Pritsak eventually folded, revealing Q♥, while Petrovs claimed our place.

Before the hand, Pritsak held 350,000 in chips. Petrovs, now with 567,000, strengthened his position in the tournament. No official records confirm Petrovs' broader tournament impact as of February 2026.

The hand ended with Petrovs taking down the pot and increasing his stack. Pritsak's fold left him with fewer chips, while Nikunlassi's call did not alter the outcome. The tournament continues with Petrovs in a stronger position.