Anatoly Zlotnikov

Anatoly Zlotnikov’s journey is a masterclass in professional evolution. He first gained notoriety as a “Sochi Legend,” dominating the regional circuits in Russia before taking his talents to the European Poker Tour (EPT) and the World Series of Poker (WSOP). A versatile player equally comfortable in No-Limit Hold’em and Pot-Limit Omaha, Zlotnikov is also a prominent figure in the poker media space, frequently appearing as a guest analyst and co-host for high-stakes broadcasts like GGMillion$. In 2026, he is regarded as a de facto ambassador for Russian poker, respected for his analytical mind, his contribution to poker strategy through coaching, and his status as a perennial contender for the GPI Player of the Year.

Zlotnikov is renowned for a “highly clinical, aggressive, and adaptive” play style. His greatest technical edge is his multi-format mastery; his runner-up finish in the WSOP $1,500 PLO event highlights a deep understanding of complex betting structures beyond standard Hold’em. Strategically, he is a proponent of balanced, solver-approved play, but he is equally famous for his ability to find “real-life” exploits against the world’s best professionals. His approach emphasizes mental endurance and range precision, making him one of the most difficult European veterans to out-play in the grueling championship structures of the Triton Poker Series and the WSOP.

With total combined earnings now estimated at over $4,890,000 across live and online platforms (according to The Hendon Mob), Anatoly Zlotnikov is one of Russia’s most decorated modern pros. His career reached a legendary peak in September 2025, when he finished as the runner-up in the WSOP Online Main Event for a massive $3,006,763. Proving his live proficiency, Zlotnikov also holds a Triton Poker Series title, won in Cyprus in 2023 for $496,100. In early 2026, he has maintained his elite form with deep runs at Triton One Jeju and final tables at the Sochi Poker Festival. His sustained success contributes to an estimated poker net worth of over $7 million.