Alexander Kostritsyn biography
Alexander Kostritsyn is a Russian professional who burst onto the scene in January 2008, when, at 21, he won the AU$10,000 Aussie Millions Main Event at Crown Casino in Melbourne, a field of 780, beating Erik Seidel heads-up for AU$1,650,000.
About 14 years ago he stopped playing tournaments full time and became a high-stakes cash game specialist, at times leading the online high-stakes winners lists. He remains selective about tournaments, playing only a handful each year.
At the 2026 World Series of Poker he won the $25,000 High Roller H.O.R.S.E., a field of 148, for $872,052 and his first bracelet. He has more than $3.9 million in live tournament earnings.
Career summary
Russia's Alexander Kostritsyn won the 2008 Aussie Millions at 21 and his first WSOP bracelet in the 2026 $25,000 H.O.R.S.E. High Roller.
Alexander Kostritsyn poker winnings
| Year | Event | Place | Prize |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | WSOP $25,000 High Roller H.O.R.S.E. | 1st | $872,052 |
| 2008 | Aussie Millions Main Event | 1st | AU$1,650,000 |
Verified live tournament earnings: $3,900,000+, plus 1 WSOP bracelet.
Alexander Kostritsyn playing style
Kostritsyn is a cash game specialist with a strong all-round game, as his H.O.R.S.E. win showed.
Cash games
High-stakes online cash game regular who stopped playing tournaments full time to focus on cash games.
Business & sponsorships
Professional poker player.
Why Alexander matters
Alexander Kostritsyn won the Aussie Millions at 21 and, after years as a high-stakes cash game specialist, won his first WSOP bracelet in 2026.
FAQ about Alexander Kostritsyn
When did Alexander Kostritsyn win the Aussie Millions?
In 2008, at 21, beating Erik Seidel heads-up for AU$1,650,000.
Has Alexander Kostritsyn won a WSOP bracelet?
Yes, the $25,000 High Roller H.O.R.S.E. at the 2026 WSOP, for $872,052.
How much has Alexander Kostritsyn won playing poker?
Alexander Kostritsyn has won $3,900,000+ in live tournament earnings.
