Andrei Silencov

Andrei Silencov is a poker player from Moldova, a country with a relatively small poker scene. Outside of poker, he works as a Test Engineer at Avular Robotics in Eindhoven, Netherlands, where he previously served as a Drone Testing Pilot. His LinkedIn profile highlights his passion for engineering and drones, combining technical skills with his professional life.

Silencov's recorded tournament appearances include two notable Main Event bubbles in 2025. At the OlyBet Showdown Riga €1,100 Main Event in September 2025, he finished in 22nd place, just short of the money. The hand saw his A♠4♠ lose to Konstantin Arber's 9♣8♥ when the board ran out A♣8♣5♦6♦7♣, giving Arber a straight. The tournament had 150 entries and a €142,500 prize pool.

Later that year, at the No Filter Nordic & Baltic Championship Open €1,100 Main Event in Tallinn in October 2025, Silencov was again the bubble boy, losing a flip to depart empty-handed. The event drew 358 entrants for a €340,100 prize pool, with 47 paid places.

Little is known about Silencov's playing style due to limited coverage, but his bubble finishes suggest a cautious approach as a short stack, ultimately falling to aggressive opponents. His hand history shows a willingness to shove with suited aces.

Silencov's appearances highlight the challenges players from smaller poker nations face in gaining recognition. His background as a test engineer adds a unique dimension to his profile, demonstrating that poker can coexist with a technical career.