Andy Black
Dublin, Ireland
Andy Black is the elder statesman of Irish poker and the country's all-time money leader, with $5,201,695 in recorded live earnings as of October 2026. The Dubliner's defining moment came at the 2005 WSOP Main Event, where he led the field for long stretches and finished fifth for $1,750,000, a result that made him a household name in Ireland during the poker boom.
He followed it with third place in the 2007 Aussie Millions Main Event, a final table at the EPT Grand Final in Monte Carlo the same year, and victory in the 2008 Premier League Poker in London. He is known for his aggressive style and for stepping away from the game for years at a time.
His lead at the top of the Irish list is narrow: Max Silver sits less than $200,000 behind him.
Recent results
| Date | Event | Where | Place | Prize |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Jul 2005 | WSOP Main Event | Las Vegas | 5 | $1,750,000 |
| 14 Jan 2007 | Aussie Millions Main Event | Melbourne | 3 | $556,695 |
| 28 Mar 2007 | EPT Grand Final Monte Carlo | Monte Carlo | 7 | $318,640 |
| 9 Feb 2008 | Premier League Poker II | London | 1 | $250,000 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much has Andy Black won?
$5,201,695 in recorded live tournament earnings as of 7 October 2026, which keeps him first on Ireland's all-time money list.
What is his biggest cash?
$1,750,000 for fifth place in the 2005 WSOP Main Event in Las Vegas.
Is his lead at the top secure?
Not by much. Max Silver is second with $5,019,834, under $200,000 behind, as of 7 October 2026.
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