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The Venetian: January 1 - 4, 2026

Shih Loses Race to Strawser

Created (1/3/2026 12:18:31 AM by Anthony Thompson)
 
 

 

Photo: Victor Shih

Dan Stavila opened for 15,000 from early position, only to have Victor Shih three-bet jam for 56,000 from the hijack, and John Strawser go over the top from the big blind, giving him isolation.

Victor Shih:
John Strawser:

Shih found himself racing for his tournament life only to fall behind after the flop fell, pairing Strawser’s king.

The turn left Shih needing a ten to fall on the river to stay alive, but the completed the board and ended his night.

John Strawser - 140,000
Victor Shih - 0