Simpson’s Season Ends

Ian SImpson

Ian SImpson

When I reached the table, reigning Irish Open champion Ian Simpson was already all in.

Simpson: :::Ac :::9s
Vladimir Prokoudine: :::Kh :::Jd

Board: :::7s :::Kc :::Qh :::7h :::3h

“Good game,” said Simpson with extreme dignity and good sportsmanship, although there was a hint of sadness in there as well that he was unable to hide. “That’s the game. Good luck, everyone.” And then he was gone.

Prokoudine is up to around 150,000.