Event 20: Ted's Excellent Adventure

$1500 + $150 NL

Geier Grinding Along

One of the more unlikely players on the cusp of cashing in the $1500 is Ted Geier (Sunnyside, NY), who was down to 1900 chips early in the tournament.

"I was bleeding a lot of chips, but was able to pick up a hand," says Geier who doubled with pocket jacks and used the momentum to get himself off life support.

Geier's roller coaster day got him as high as 225k and ended Day 1 third in chips with 196,900. "I just need to keep playing my game," he says, adding, "I'm looking forward to another long day."

Level 14 (1,500/3k/400 ante) is underway.