Poker player

Amber Sullivan

United Kingdom

Amber Sullivan is a professional poker player from the United Kingdom who burst onto the international scene with a victory in the 2026 LIPS Ladies NLHE Championship at the Venetian, earning $40,325. She also has a WSOP cash and multiple wins in UK local poker leagues, demonstrating a consistent presence in the game.

Career earnings: $ 65,832

Major Tournament Victory

Amber Sullivan achieved a career-defining win in June 2026 at the Venetian Resort Las Vegas, taking down the Ladies International Poker Series (LIPS) Championship during Women's Poker Week. The $800 buy-in event attracted 314 entries, generating a $218,230 prize pool. Sullivan defeated a tough final table that included seasoned players like Judith Bielan (over $1M in live earnings) and triathlete Lauren Bunch. After an ICM chop with runner-up Ludan Zhang, Sullivan claimed the WPA trophy, the Venetian coin, and the top prize of $40,325. She celebrated the emotional win with her family by her side.

World Series of Poker Results

Sullivan also has a WSOP cash to her name. At the 2025 WSOP Online, she finished 19th out of 263 entrants in Event #10: $500 Ladies No-Limit Hold'em Championship, earning $1,417.

Local League Success

Beyond major events, Sullivan is an active participant in the LPPL (Local Poker Players League), a UK-based live and online poker circuit. Her results from 2026 show several victories and final-table appearances at venues like The Candlestick and The Whittington Cat, as well as online. She has recorded four regular/deepstack wins in the league, with top finishes including first place in multiple online games and a second-place finish at The Candlestick in May 2026. Her consistent performance has earned her over 24,000 points in the LPPL standings.

On the Rise

Amber Sullivan is steadily building a reputation in women’s poker, balancing success at the highest level with a strong local presence. Her victory at the 2026 LIPS Championship marks her as a player to watch, and her continued activity in both online and live events suggests a bright future in the game.

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