Oklahoma City Thunder superstar Russell Westbrook is making the most of his summer. The former season MVP winner recently graced Tiger Woods' annual Tiger Jam celebrity charity event, wherein Westbrook not only participated in the Texas Hold ‘Em Poker tournament but in the process also eliminated Woods himself in one of the most exciting moments of the evenings' festivities.
Even if you’re @TigerWoods or @russwest44, you just can’t avoid those flips. #TigerJam pic.twitter.com/WchPCYCy1Q
— Lynn Gilmartin (@LynnGilmartin) May 25, 2019
For those that understand the mechanics of the card game, Woods was beaten by Westbrook on a brutal hand. Yahoo! Sports broke down the turn of events that sent the legendary golfer packing in his own tournament.
With an ace-king in hand, Woods went all-in against Westbrook’s queen-queen. And despite a brief moment of elation when he saw a second ace on the flop, the 15-time major winner is devastated a moment later when a third queen is revealed.
With no help on the turn or the river, Woods was officially eliminated from the event by the Oklahoma City Thunder guard.
It was obviously all in good fun, though, as both Woods and Westbrook are seen laughing beside each other throughout the hand. Moreover, this is all for charity, so in the end, its a win for all parties involved.
For his part, Westbrook is rightfully taking a break from basketball as he and the Thunder head towards a critical juncture for their franchise. After being eliminated by the Portland Trail Blazers in the first round of this season's playoffs, it's back to the drawing board for Westbrook and company as they hope to bounce back next year better and stronger.
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