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Updated: 2025.12.28

Alexander Lynskey is an elite Australian professional poker player who has cemented his legacy as one of the most successful competitors in his nation’s history. Widely recognized for his tactical depth and calm demeanor, he rose to global stardom following a historic run in the 2018 World Series of Poker (WSOP) Main Event, becoming a household name among both recreational fans and high-stakes professionals.

Career Earnings & Rankings

According to The Hendon Mob, Alexander Lynskey has amassed total live tournament earnings of over $5,320,000. This massive total places him 8th on the Australia All Time Money List and currently 439th on the global All Time Money List. He reached a career milestone in 2024 by surpassing the $5,000,000 mark in total winnings. His career-best live cash of $1,500,000 was achieved for his 7th-place finish in the 2018 WSOP Main Event, a performance that remains the pinnacle of his storied career.

The 2025 season has been an exceptionally active year for Lynskey, marked by several high-profile scores and final table appearances on the Asian circuit. His recent triumphs and top records include:

Runner-up, APT Taipei Super High Roller (April 2025) for $191,805 (NT$ 6,237,500).
8th Place, APT Championship Taipei Single Day High Roller (November 2025) for $32,467 (NT$ 1,013,000).
11th Place, APT Championship Taipei Super High Roller Championship (November 2025) for $49,261 (NT$ 1,539,400).
21st Place, The Wynn Summer Classic $10,400 No Limit Hold’em Championship (July 2025) for $75,916.
186th Place, 56th World Series of Poker Main Event World Championship (July 2025) for $60,000.

His performance in early 2025 was highlighted by a deep run in the APT Taipei Super High Roller, where Alexander Lynskey navigated a field of 122 entries to reach the heads-up stage against Vietnam’s Minh Quang, ultimately securing a nearly $200,000 payout.

Biography & Poker Background

Originally from Melbourne and currently residing in Brisbane, Alexander Lynskey transitioned from a local standout to an international heavyweight over a decade ago. While his early career was defined by dominance on Australian soil—including a victory in the WSOP International Circuit Sydney Main Event for $303,477 and multiple deep runs at the Aussie Millions, he has since become a global traveler. In 2018, he became the first Australian since Joe Hachem to reach the WSOP Main Event final table, a feat that galvanized the Australian poker community. Known for his resilience, he famously survived “47 hands of misery” at that final table without winning a single pot, yet still secured a life-changing seven-figure score.

Play Style & Strategy

Alexander Lynskey is known for a highly disciplined and technical tournament strategy, often described as a player who rarely makes unforced errors in high-pressure situations. His approach combines a deep understanding of No Limit Hold’em mechanics with the aggression required to thrive in modern “Super High Roller” fields. During his 2025 run in Taipei, live reporting highlighted his tactical composure, particularly his ability to maintain a top-three chip stack throughout the later stages of elite tournaments. Whether competing in specialized “High Roller” formats or massive field championships, Lynskey remains one of the most formidable end-game specialists in the Asia-Pacific region.

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