Poker player

Jack Sweet

Australia

Jack Sweet, Australian professional poker player, currently studying Applied Mathematics at the University of New South Wales. Turned professional in May 2024, won the APLPT Sydney Main Event champion the same year, career total earnings $192,030. Known for solid play and strong mathematical foundation, called the 'deep stack expert'.

Career earnings: $ 192,03016 views

Early Background and Education

Jack Sweet was born in Australia and is currently studying Applied Mathematics at the University of New South Wales (UNSW). Before turning professional, he worked as a poker dealer (2023–2024), a McDonald's coach, and a part-time math tutor. These experiences cultivated his rigorous logical thinking and risk management skills.

Career Milestones

First Title: APLPT Sydney Main Event

In May 2024, Jack Sweet won the APLPT Sydney Series Main Event, earning $33,300 along with a $100K Invitational seat and a $1,500 APL Million seat. The tournament had 1,146 entries and a prize pool of $171,900. Jack's twin brother Troy also won another event on the same day, making headlines as the brothers lifted trophies together.

WPT Australia 2025 Performance

From September to October 2025, Jack cashed in all three side events at WPT Australia:

  • Bondi Wipeout One-Day (freezeout): Champion, $8,229 (AUD 12,487)
  • 20/20/20 One-Day (single re-entry): 3rd place, $3,516 (AUD 5,335)
  • Sydney Finale One-Day (single re-entry): 3rd place, $7,539 (AUD 11,439) Total WPT series winnings: $19,284.

Playing Style

Jack emphasizes the application of mathematics and game theory in decision-making, excelling in value betting and risk control during deep-stacked phases. He prioritizes bankroll management and emotional stability, avoiding impulsive actions. Commentators have praised his "hand-reading machine" ability to catch bluffs.

Personal Life & Trivia

Jack is pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Applied Mathematics at UNSW. His hobbies include golf and cricket. He and his twin brother Troy are both poker players; their simultaneous victories at the 2024 APLPT Sydney event were widely covered by media.

Poker Philosophy

"Optimize decisions using applied probability and game theory, maintaining discipline under pressure." Jack believes that solid fundamentals and patience matter more than flashy plays — a lesson suitable for beginners.

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