While this event is far from over, Manon Langlois has taken over the lead from Kathy Sawers – but just barely.

With only 20 players remaining in the tournament, the Women’s Event is starting to heat up and get serious. And while the remaining players are all still in great moods and continue to laugh and joke, there are likely a few short stacks that won’t be laughing soon, as the blinds have them cornered and under pressure. When the women return from their break, the number of participants is likely to shrink in a hurry.