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Andrey Kalgin is a Russian professional poker player who has recently made a major impact on the Asian poker circuit, punctuated by a career-defining victory at the World Poker Tour (WPT) in Cambodia.
Career Earnings & Biggest Results
According to The Hendon Mob, Andrey Kalgin has career total earnings of $187,489. His primary breakthrough occurred in February 2026 at the World Poker Tour – WPT Prime Cambodia in Phnom Penh. Kalgin outlasted a massive field of 1,095 entries to claim the title and a career-high prize of $164,570. This victory also secured him a $10,400 seat in the season-ending WPT World Championship at Wynn Las Vegas.
Kalgin’s success is not limited to the Asian market; he has been a consistent performer in the Russian poker scene for several years. One of his most notable previous results was a runner-up finish in the Eurasian Poker Tour (EAPT) Grand Final High Roller 8-Max event in Sochi, where he earned approximately $35,000. He has also recorded deep runs and final table appearances at the Sochi Poker Festival (SPF) and WPT Russia, demonstrating his ability to compete at a high level against the top professionals in the CIS region.
Biography & Poker Background
Originally from Russia, Kalgin spent the early years of his career building a reputation as a specialist in the high-stakes environment of Sochi. He is a regular at the Sochi Casino and Resort, often competing in the region’s most prestigious High Roller events. Recently, he has transitioned into a global competitor, successfully expanding his reach into the booming Southeast Asian markets of Cambodia and Vietnam. His recent surge in international results has quickly moved him up the Russian All Time Money List.
Play Style & Strategy
Kalgin is recognized for an aggressive and selective play style, particularly in short-handed and High Roller formats. His victory at the WPT Prime Cambodia showcased his resilience; after entering the final session as one of the middle stacks, he navigated a grueling 200-hand heads-up battle to secure the win. He is known for using positional leverage and applying maximum ICM pressure, a strategy that allows him to dominate final table dynamics. His comfort in high-stakes, 8-Max environments makes him a formidable opponent in championship-level fields.
