The final seven were on break and all fairly close in chips, so the group spent about 10 minutes trying to work out a deal. Eventually, they all agreed to lock up $23,000 for each player, and then leave $5,000 more for 2nd place, and $12,000 more for the eventual winner.
So we will be playing on with 15-minute levels, and now, instead of $9,500, everyone has locked up at least $23,000!
