The ANZPT Melbourne Main Event has concluded with the title once again crossing the Tasman as New Zealand's Paul Hockin has emerged victorious after a tough final table. After leading on Day 1b, Hockin found himself the short stack when the players made a deal three-handed. It looked to be a good safety net for Hockin, who moments later, found himself crippled to around ten big blinds. But through a series of all-in clashes, mostly with Ashley Warner, Hockin was able to recover to get himself into contention. Again Hockin found himself on the verge of elimination when he shoved
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