Ruijs Seizes Chip Lead

Jonathan Proudfoot opened to 8,000 from middle position, which only Joris Ruijs called from the big blind.

The dealer spread a Q♣Q♦4♦ flop, and when Proudfoot continued for 4,000, Ruijs check-raised to 13,000. Proudfoot called.

Both players checked on the A♣ turn, seeing the 4♣ complete the board.

Ruijs put 50,000 into the middle, which Proudfoot promptly called.

It was bad news for Proudfoot, who mucked his cards upon seeing the A♦Q♥ of Ruijs.