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Alright, so I’ve been reading up on Robbi Jade Lew lately, and it’s crazy how much you can pick up from her poker journey. She’s one of those players who came into the spotlight fast, especially after that controversial hand against Garrett Adelstein at Hustler Casino Live back in 2022. If you’re into poker and somehow missed that one, it was a $269,000 pot where she made a call with jack-high. Yeah, insane. And then, the whole poker world went nuts over whether she cheated or not.
But here’s what’s more interesting: Robbi Jade Lew’s journey from a pharmaceutical career to full-time poker pro. She took the game seriously, hiring Faraz Jaka as a coach and just diving right in. That’s dedication. And it shows—her tournament earnings are now over $164,695, but she's primarily a cash game player, which means her real earnings are probably much higher.
Here’s what I’ve learned from her approach:
I think her story is also a good reminder that playing poker professionally is more than just knowing how to play the cards. It’s about managing your image, building your skills, and knowing how to navigate the poker community—especially when drama hits.
Would love to know what you all think of her playing style. Do you believe her call was just a bad read, or do you think there’s more to it? And what do you think about the way she’s turned all that drama into more recognition?
But here’s what’s more interesting: Robbi Jade Lew’s journey from a pharmaceutical career to full-time poker pro. She took the game seriously, hiring Faraz Jaka as a coach and just diving right in. That’s dedication. And it shows—her tournament earnings are now over $164,695, but she's primarily a cash game player, which means her real earnings are probably much higher.
Here’s what I’ve learned from her approach:
- Confidence Matters: Whether or not you believe she cheated in that hand, one thing’s clear—confidence at the table can mess with your opponents’ heads. If you can make a wild move and stand by it, that’s a weapon in itself.
- Commitment to Improvement: She didn’t just play and hope for the best; she actively worked on her skills, training with some of the best out there. That’s something more of us need to take seriously if we want to make real progress.
- Handling Controversy with Grace: Sure, her story kept changing a bit, but she didn’t shy away from defending herself. Even took a polygraph test to prove her innocence. That level of dedication to clearing your name is something I respect.
- Building a Personal Brand: This is something many poker players ignore. She's clearly making money outside of playing through branding partnerships and selling signed photos. Smart move if you ask me.
I think her story is also a good reminder that playing poker professionally is more than just knowing how to play the cards. It’s about managing your image, building your skills, and knowing how to navigate the poker community—especially when drama hits.
Would love to know what you all think of her playing style. Do you believe her call was just a bad read, or do you think there’s more to it? And what do you think about the way she’s turned all that drama into more recognition?