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