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Alexander Zubov is a premier Russian professional poker player and a high-stakes regular on the international tournament circuit. Based in Moscow, Zubov has ascended into the elite tier of global poker following a series of massive results in the mid-2020s. Known for his technical proficiency and success in both Triton and European Poker Tour (EPT) fields, he has become a fixture at final tables with six and seven-figure stakes. In early 2026, Zubov cemented his status as a world-class threat by finishing 4th in the EPT Paris High Roller, pushing his career earnings near the $5 million mark and securing his spot among the top 12 on Russia’s All-Time Money List.
Career Earnings & High-Stakes Milestones
As of March 2026, Alexander Zubov has amassed total live tournament earnings exceeding $4,801,000 (according to The Hendon Mob), ranking him 12th in Russia’s history. His career reached a legendary peak in December 2024 at the WSOP Paradise Triton Main Event, where he finished 4th for a career-best $1,482,000. He has maintained incredible momentum into 2026, highlighted by a 4th-place finish in the EPT Paris €10,300 High Roller for $270,928 (€229,600). His sustained success against the world’s absolute elite contributes to an estimated poker net worth of over $7 million.
Major Tournament Results:
| Year | Event | Prize |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | WSOP Paradise $100,000 Triton Main Event (4th) | $1,482,000 |
| 2026 | EPT Paris €10,300 High Roller (4th) | $270,928 |
| 2024 | Triton Jeju $20,000 No Limit Hold’em (5th) | $278,000 |
| 2024 | EPT Cyprus $25,000 Super High Roller Warm-Up (2nd) | $273,700 |
Biography & Professional Rise
Alexander Zubov’s ascent to the poker stratosphere is a testament to the high level of play within the Russian poker community. Initially a respected mid-stakes player, Zubov successfully transitioned into the Super High Roller scene, where he now regularly competes against stars like Adrian Mateos and Artur Martirosyan. His breakthrough 2024 campaign saw him conquer massive fields in Jeju Korea , Montenegro , and the Bahamas , earning him a reputation for being exceptionally difficult to eliminate late in championship structures. In 2026, he is recognized as a leading figure in the Triton Poker Series and European Poker Tour (EPT), frequently representing the “new wave” of Russian high-stakes talent.
Play Style & Technical Strategy
Zubov is renowned for a “balanced, high-pressure, and mathematically precise” strategy. His greatest technical edge lies in his final table navigation and short-handed (6-Max) play, where his ability to adjust his ranges based on ICM (Independent Chip Model) pressure is considered elite. Strategically, he is a proponent of maximum post-flop aggression, often utilizing sophisticated sizing to force world-class opponents into difficult decisions for their entire tournament life. His 2025 and 2026 results show a player who has fully integrated solver-based GTO fundamentals with the predatory instincts required to win at the $25,000 to $100,000 buy-in level.
Social Media & Online Presence
Follow Alexander as he continues his run through the 2026 high-stakes circuit and prepares for the 57th Annual WSOP in Las Vegas:
