Adrian Attenborough

Adrian Attenborough was born in Queensland, Australia, and grew up in Smithfield. He learned to play poker at the age of 16, introduced by family and friends. His early interest quickly developed into a passion for the game, and he began playing in local tournaments and cash games.

Attenborough's first significant live results came in 2017. He finished third in the Bellagio Cup XIII for $361,660, won the Macau Poker Cup 26 HK$25,000 No-Limit Hold'em event for $193,172, and placed third in the Asia Poker League Million Sydney Main Event for $91,035. That year, he also cashed in four WSOP events, including a 53rd-place finish in the $1,500 No-Limit Hold'em.

In 2019, Attenborough had a strong run at the WSOP International Circuit at The Star Sydney, finishing runner-up in the AU$5,000 Challenge for AU$160,610 and eighth in the AU$2,200 Main Event for AU$51,052. He also placed second in a $1,100 Monster Stack event at the same circuit, earning another AU$160,610.

Entering the 2022 World Series of Poker Main Event, Attenborough had career earnings of approximately $1.46 million. He started the tournament with a modest stack but steadily climbed. On Day 4, he jumped to 2.5 million chips, and by Day 6 he bagged 28.6 million. He reached the final table as sixth in chips with 50.8 million (42 big blinds).

Attenborough made two of the most daring plays of the tournament on Day 7. Against Matija Dobric, he check-raised with 6♠5♣ on a K♣3♣3♠ flop, then barreled on the turn and river with a missed straight draw, forcing Dobric to fold. Later, he made a huge hero call with K♣Q♣ on a board of K♥10♠3♦6♣2♥, calling down Dobric's bluffs to win a massive pot. These moves propelled him to the final table.

At the final table, Attenborough ultimately finished as runner-up to Espen Jorstad, earning $6,000,000. This remains his largest live cash and elevated him to fourth on Australia's all-time money list. He became a Natural8 Ambassador shortly after his deep run.

According to the WSOP database, Attenborough has 10 WSOP cashes totaling over $6.4 million as of 2025. His best finishes include:

• 2nd in 2022 $10,000 Main Event ($6,000,000)
• 2nd in 2019 WSOP Circuit Sydney $5,000 Challenge ($160,610 AUD)
• 2nd in 2019 WSOP Circuit Sydney $1,100 Monster Stack ($160,610 AUD)
• 8th in 2019 WSOP Circuit Sydney $2,200 Main Event ($51,052 AUD)
• 106th in 2022 $1,000 Freezeout ($2,773)
• 53rd in 2017 $1,500 No-Limit Hold'em ($6,316)

Outside the WSOP, Attenborough has cashed in the PokerStars Championship Macau HK$103,000 High Roller (15th for HKD 262,000), the EPT Barcelona €5,300 Main Event (71st for €15,410), and the ANZPT Sydney Main Event (12th for AUD 11,450). His total live tournament earnings exceed $7.4 million, ranking him 243rd all-time.

Attenborough is known for playing high-stakes cash games, particularly pot-limit Omaha. He often applies his deep theoretical knowledge to these games, maintaining a consistent approach across formats. He has also found success online, though specific online results are not detailed in public databases.

Attenborough describes his style as focusing on game theory optimal (GTO) concepts rather than adapting to specific formats. He emphasizes fundamentals and emotional control, often applying pressure post-flop. His daring play in the 2022 Main Event showcased his willingness to execute large bluffs and hero calls. He tends to c-bet in favorable spots and leverage position and range advantage.

Attenborough now resides in Las Vegas, Nevada. He is a Natural8 Ambassador, having signed with the platform after his WSOP Main Event run. On social media, he is active under the handle @Knightsgeee and occasionally shares poker insights. He is respected in the community for his friendly demeanor and deep understanding of the game.

In 2025, Attenborough cashed in a WSOP Circuit event at Playground Poker Club, finishing 51st in the C$1,700 Main Event for C$6,300. While no major results have matched his 2022 success, he continues to compete in high-profile tournaments and cash games.