The Flow Show with Jeff Gross Rafael Moraes / Brazilian Poker Legend / 4Bet Partner / Live MTT Earnings $1,627,528
Feb 27, 2020
01:53:53
Rafael Moraes, a Brazilian poker legend and 4Bet Partner with $1,627,528 of live MTT earnings, shares why he’s been playing less and what he’s been doing instead. He talks about the range of buy-ins in his stable, which spots tend to be the most profitable, and how he handles downswings. Tune in to learn what Rafael does to prepare for wins – and listen to the advice he gives new players wanting to make poker a career.
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Time Stamped Show Notes:
- 00:00 – 21:00 – Introducing Rafael, his origin story, poker journey, and how his career has shifted over the years into a role of teaching.
- 21:00 – 40:00 - On being the most profitable player in Brazil, his top online and live results, and his experience playing tournaments.
- 40:00 – 55:30 - On Brazilian poker fans, his favorite stops, the responsibility of professionals in poker, and why poker isn’t for everyone.
- 55:30 – 01:17:30 - How his game has advanced, other sports teams that he supports, his sponsorship, and what he thinks about bitcoin.
- 01:17:30 – 01:36:30 - The range of buy-ins in his stable, which spots tends to be the most profitable, what he does to handle downswings, and how he prepares to play.
- 01:36:30 – 01:54:00 - Advice from Rafael for new poker players, what he would say to warn them, what he would like to see change in the poker world, and information about 4Bet.
3 Key Points
- Poker isn’t for everyone.
- Have a variety of hobbies and activities.
- Have a routine before you play that prepares your mindset.
Contact/Resources
- Partner - Party Poker
- Website - Jeff Gross Poker
- Rafael’s Instagram
- Rafael’s Hendon Mob