Lundström had been reduced to under 2m. He moved all in from the small blind for his last 1.35m and Giovanni Caggia in the big blind made the call.

Rasmus turned over 8♠6♥ but found himself dominated by the Sicilian’s T♠8♥.

The flop of 6♦3♣7♥ rapidly changed the situation as Rasmus took the lead in the hand. The 7♣ on the turn made no difference, but when the T♥ fell on the river it was lights out for the Finn.

Caggia: 13.37m
Lundström: 0

Rasmus Lundström has been one of the star performers of the Battle of Malta Spring Edition, but his rollercoaster ride at the festival is now over. He first caught our attention during Day 2 of the Mystery Siege of Malta when he banked the most bounties. He became one of the big stacks by the end of Day 2 and remained in contention all the way to the final table.

He was involved in some major hands that were covered on the blog and has been a significant presence on the final table. He was one of the most active of the remaining players and his departure may now change the dynamic of the final table.

Rasmus Lundström, 4th place finisher for €35,000