Comic : Esports player Faker
【明報專訊】Eason is sitting in front of the computer. What is he up to?
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Lee Sang-hyeok, known as Faker, is a professional esports player from South Korea, widely regarded as one of the best League of Legends players in history. Born in 1996, he has played under the ID Faker since 2013 for his team, T1. He plays a crucial role in his team, showcasing exceptional skills and quick decision-making in the team-based online battle game. His consistent high-level performance is rare in esports, resulting in many legendary plays. His humble demeanour has also endeared him to fans worldwide.
Faker showed an early interest in video games. After high school, he chose to focus on esports with strong family support, allowing him to train without external distractions. Guided by notable coaches, he enhances his skills through rigorous practice, improving his skills, strategy, and teamwork. Faker's journey not only makes him a household name but also inspires young gamers, showcasing the potential for success in esports through dedication and hard work.
■English highway
Be no match for
''Be no match for'' is a phrase which means to be less powerful than someone or something else.
E.g. Even the strongest buildings are no match for the force of a powerful earthquake.
■Glossary
demeanour (n) 神態舉止
endear (v) 使受喜愛
rigorous (adj) 嚴格的
household name (n) 家喻戶曉的
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[Smarties' Power English 第417期]
