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Updated: 2026.03.25

Andrew Leathem is a high-stakes professional poker player from Edinburgh, Scotland, who has rapidly become one of the most successful names in British poker. Known for his tactical resilience and breakout performances in elite fields, Leathem made history in 2023 by capturing a Triton Poker Series title, a feat that propelled him into the global spotlight. In 2026, he remains a consistent force on the international circuit, recently surpassing the $1.7 million milestone in total live earnings. Recognized for his ability to defeat world-class “end bosses,” Leathem is currently ranked in the top 10 on the Scotland All-Time Money List.

Career Earnings & Biggest Results

As of March 2026, Andrew Leathem’s total live tournament earnings have reached $1,762,394, according to The Hendon Mob. His career-defining moment occurred at the Triton Poker Super High Roller Series , where he won the $25,000 Turbo event for a career-best $670,000, defeating legends like Nacho Barbero and Matthias Eibinger . He has maintained his elite status with deep runs in the mid-2020s, including a final table appearance at the 2025 WSOP Paradise $50,000 PLO High Roller. His sustained success across the Triton and WSOP circuits places his estimated poker net worth at over $3 million.

Major Tournament Results:

Year	Event	Prize
2023	Triton SHRS $25,000 No Limit Hold’em – Turbo (1st)	$670,000
2025	WSOP Paradise $50,000 Pot Limit Omaha High Roller (9th)	$131,000
2025	WSOP Paradise $50,000 NLHE High Roller Turbo (18th)	$114,000
2025	Triton Montenegro $30,000 Pot Limit Omaha Bounty (5th)	$83,000
2026	Triton One Jeju $30,000 NLHE 8-Handed (26th)	$51,500

Andrew Leathem poker — Credit: Triton Poker Series

Biography & Poker Background

Hailing from Edinburgh, Andrew Leathem began his journey as a passionate amateur who spent years honing his skills in regional UK tournaments. His breakout into the “Super High Roller” tier was a true underdog story; he famously bubbled his first-ever Triton event before coming back to win his second. This victory, marked by his elimination of several “end bosses” at the final table, cemented his status as a legitimate high-stakes threat. Beyond the felt, Leathem is known for his humility and his desire to test his game against the world’s absolute best. In 2026, he remains a regular fixture at Triton Poker and WSOP events, representing the technical growth of the modern Scottish poker scene.

Play Style & Strategy

Leathem is renowned for a “balanced and fearless” play style, particularly in Turbo and Bounty formats. His greatest technical edge lies in his ability to manage short-stack volatility and pressure opponents during final table bubbles. Strategically, he is a proponent of mental fortitude and patience; he often refers to his strategy as “hanging in” until the right spots appear, a trait that helped him navigate the shark-infested waters of his Triton victory. In 2026, his results in both NLHE and PLO showcase a deep mastery of foundational mechanics that remain effective against the world’s most aggressive “solver-based” opponents.

Follow Andrew as he continues his run through the 2026 circuit and chases his next major title:

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