Faker

Lee 'Faker' Sang-hyeok is a South Korean professional esports player, born on May 7, 1996, in Seoul, South Korea. He is widely regarded as one of the greatest League of Legends players of all time. Faker began his professional career with SK Telecom T1 in 2013, where he won multiple titles, including three World Championships.

Faker is known for his incredible mechanical skill, game understanding, versatility, and consistency. He has won numerous individual awards, including being named the Most Valuable Player multiple times, and holds multiple records, such as the most kills in LCK history.

Off the field, Faker is also recognized for his philanthropy and influence, making significant charitable contributions and inspiring millions worldwide.

SK Telecom T1

• Early Success: Faker signed with SK Telecom T1 in 2013. Under the guidance of Coach Kim 'kkOma' Jeong-gyun, he developed into one of the world's best mid-laners, winning three World Championships and multiple LCK titles during his tenure with the team.

T1

• Continued Success: In 2019, SK Telecom T1 rebranded to T1. Faker continued to be a crucial part of the team, consistently putting on strong performances.

South Korea National Team

• Debut: Made his debut for South Korea in 2013.

Achievements:

• World Championships: Winner in 2013, 2015, and 2016.
• Mid-Season Invitational: Winner in 2016 and 2017.
• Faker is T1's all-time top player and has the most appearances for the team.

• Position: Primarily a mid-laner, but also excels in multiple roles.
• Skills: Known for his incredible mechanical skill, game understanding, versatility, and consistency. Faker is celebrated for his ability to play a wide array of champions to a high level, his map awareness, and his ability to outplay opponents.

• Family: Faker is known to be very private about his personal life and keeps his family out of the public eye.
• Philanthropy: Faker is involved in various charitable activities and has donated significant sums to children's hospitals, cancer research, and disaster relief efforts.

• Lee 'Faker' Sang-hyeok is celebrated not only for his extraordinary talent and numerous records but also for his work ethic, determination, and longevity in professional esports. His impact on esports and his status as an icon extend beyond the game, inspiring millions of fans around the world.

Most Kills in LCK History:

• Over 2000 kills

Most MVP Awards in LCK:

• Multiple MVP awards

Most World Championships Won by a Single Player:

• Three World Championships

Books

• None at the moment

Websites

• Riot Games: Information about Faker’s international career and achievements. Available at: https://www.riotgames.com
• T1: Details about Faker’s career at T1. Available at: https://t1.gg
• Leaguepedia: Official site with updates on Faker’s performance and records in League of Legends. Available at: https://lol.gamepedia.com

Articles

• ESPN: Lee 'Faker' Sang-hyeok: Career in numbers. Available at: https://www.espn.com/esports
• The Guardian: Faker’s career highlights and records. Available at: https://www.theguardian.com/games

Interviews and Documentaries

• Riot Games: Various interviews and features on Faker, covering different aspects of his career. Available at: https://www.riotgames.com