Rob Reitzen

Rob Reitzen is an American mathematician and professional blackjack player.

Biography Reitzen studied mathematics and probabilities at the University of California, Los Angeles. He was initially interested in poker, but shifted his focus to blackjack after reading Lawrence Revere's Playing Blackjack as a Business.

Reitzen also specialized in Texas hold'em poker and developed a mathematical strategy that led to the formation of a successful team under his guidance, which achieved notable success on the Full Tilt Poker platform.

In 1997, Reitzen was featured in Esquire magazine in an article titled "Fleecing Las Vegas", which described his use of a technique known as "The Hammer" at Caesars Palace.

Recognition 2019: Blackjack Hall of Fame