I am sitting on a big stack the other day with over 80% of the chips on the table when I get dealt K-K.
I raise to $25.
The action folds around to a woman who moves all-in on me for another $50.
I insta-call.
She shows 9-9 and is dominated.
The flop comes K-Q-10.
I have top set and she has a gut shot straight draw.
It is not the money at stake. I probably spent $75 already in tips for dealers and wait staff.
I typically take two or three bad beats a session.
For me, it is the emotional rollercoaster. I hate to lose, especially when I have the money in good.
The turn is a Jack. She hit the gutter.
I went from an 80% favorite to an 80% underdog with one card.
The river … a 10.
Winning in this game is never easy.
