Robert Cowen

Meet Robert Cowen, a professional British poker player hailing from Swansea, Wales with total live earnings of $3,541,707. Robert isn’t your average poker player; he has won two WSOP bracelets. His commitment to the game is clearly demonstrated by the substantial amount of time he invests in it. Additionally, he consistently strives for incremental improvements in the poker scene.

Robert Cowen: Poker Career

In 2008, Cowen embarked on his live tournament career at the Grosvenor UK Poker Tour Main Event, finishing 9th and pocketing $10,957. This marked the beginning of his promising journey in poker. Over the years, Cowen improved, achieving victories at events such as the 2012 Dusk Till Dawn Recurring Tournaments for $14,355. He also excelled at the 2016 Deep Stack Extravaganza III, earning $28,547 and an impressive $48,759 the following year.

Cowen’s unwavering dedication to poker fuelled his creativity at the tables, resulting in significant bankroll growth. However, 2021 marked a significant moment in Cowen’s career. He clinched his first gold bracelet, earning $280,916, in the 52nd WSOP $3,000 6-Handed PLO. Notably, he excelled in the $10,000 No Limit Hold’em, boosting his career earnings by $163,900.

Cowen’s success continued in 2022. He triumphed in the 2022 EPT Prague €10,300 NLH High Roller, defeating 271 entries and earning $518,197. Shortly after, UK’s Cowen secured his second WSOP bracelet in Event #28: the $50,000 Pot-Limit Omaha High Roller, winning $1,393,816. This marked his highest career earnings to date. His remarkable journey also included a 3rd-place finish in the 2017 WSOP $10,000 Pot Limit Omaha Hi-Lo 8 or Better Championship. Cowen earned nearly $271,219 for his efforts. 

In 2023, Cowen’s passion for competition remained strong, with continued participation in Grosvenor UK Poker Tour tournaments. Subsequently, his achievements throughout the years have strengthened his position as a notable figure in the poker world.