In many tournaments, the money bubble can bring the action to a standstill. But in this event, the players took it upon themselves to dispense with the bubble to continue the grind to the end.

After nearly an entire level of hand-for-hand play, the players’ patience wore thin and a bubble deal was proposed. The remaining players were quick to come to an agreement whereby seventh place would receive $160. Now that everyone has locked up a payout, the final table is just around the corner.