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Four years ago on Sept. 29, 2022, a single hand on Hustler Casino Live sparked one of poker’s most divisive controversies. Garrett Adelstein accused newcomer Robbi Jade Lew of cheating him out of a six-figure pot, igniting a debate that still has no clear resolution.

In the hand, Lew called a large all-in bet on the turn holding only jack-high with no draw, a decision that baffled experienced players since it could barely beat a bluff. Adelstein held eight-high with an open-ended straight flush draw. The two agreed to run the river twice, and both runouts favored Lew, allowing her to win the $269,000 pot.

Suspecting foul play, Adelstein quit the game and criticized Lew publicly on social media before being removed from the show. He has largely stepped away from the poker scene since, making only occasional livestream appearances.

Earlier this month, Adelstein released a book titled Beneath the Cards, which revisits the scandal alongside other stories from his gambling career. While the book has reportedly sold well and received positive reviews, it has not notably changed public opinion on the matter.

Supporters of Adelstein argue Lew’s call made no strategic sense unless she had extra knowledge of his cards. Those defending Lew maintain she was simply an inexperienced player who got lucky, noting she did hold the winning hand regardless of intent.

Lew has repeatedly denied any wrongdoing, but with no definitive proof either way, the poker community remains split between “Team Garrett” and “Team Robbi,” with little indication the mystery will ever be fully solved.