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Andrew Lunde (Andrew Michael Lunde) is a versatile Canadian professional poker player who has become a prominent fixture in the Asian and international tournament circuits. Known for his deep technical proficiency in Mixed Games and Pot-Limit Omaha (PLO), Lunde has successfully navigated diverse fields across South Korea, Taiwan, and Cambodia. By 2026, he has established himself as a high-volume competitor, transitioning from the North American card rooms to becoming a consistent final table threat in major regional series like the World Poker Tour (WPT) and Gods of Poker (GOP).
Career Highlights & 2026 Success
As of April 2026, Andrew Lunde’s total live tournament earnings have surpassed $48,700 (according to The Hendon Mob). Lunde entered 2026 with significant momentum, recording standout performances in the first quarter. In January 2026, at the Gods of Poker (GOP) Titan Assembly in Taipei, he secured a runner-up finish in the Dealer's Choice event for $2,265 and a 3rd-place finish in the 5-Card PLO Double Board Bomb Pot. He followed these results with a deep run at WPT Cambodia 2026, continuing his streak of consistency in specialized formats.
Major Tournament Results:
Date | Event | Result | Prize |
|---|---|---|---|
Jan 2026 | GOP Taipei Dealer's Choice (Event #64) | 2nd Place | $2,265 |
Jan 2026 | GOP Taipei 5-Card PLO Double Board Bomb Pot | 3rd Place | $917 |
Jan 2026 | WPT Cambodia 4/5/6 PLO 7-Handed | 11th Place | $579 |
Nov 2023 | Japan High Roller Festival XIII Seoul NLHE | 2nd Place | $8,190 |
Biography & Playing Style
Hailing from Canada, Andrew Lunde represents the "new era" of globetrotting pros who prioritize game versatility. He first appeared on the radar with cashes at the World Series of Poker (WSOP) in Las Vegas before focusing heavily on the burgeoning markets in South Korea and Taiwan. Lunde is widely recognized as a "Mixed Game Specialist," excelling in formats like Dealer's Choice, Nine Game, and various Omaha variants. His strategy is built on a deep understanding of split-pot equity and game-specific nuances, allowing him to exploit edges against No-Limit Hold'em specialists who venture into mixed fields. In 2026, he is a regular in the AJPC Samurai Circuit and APT events, known for his calm demeanor and technical precision.
2026 Outlook & Strategy
As the 2026 poker season progresses, Lunde is positioned to climb the Global Poker Index (GPI) rankings for Canadian players. His strategy involves a high-volume approach to festival side events, where his multi-game expertise offers the highest return on investment. Analysts of the Asian circuit expect Lunde to be a top contender in the upcoming APT Taipei 2026 and the Red Dragon Poker Tour Jeju, particularly in the PLO Masters and Mixed Game championships.
About the Editor
Derick Elomina is Somuchpoker's Lead Content Writer and Interview Specialist, reporting live from WSOP bracelet events and Asia Pacific poker festivals such as TMT, APT, RDPT and APL Jeju, alongside player features and interviews for the site's Stories section. He discovered poker at 14 playing home games with friends, and by 21 he had entered the industry as a field reporter, starting as a hand reporter before building his current role on the tournament floor.