Lee ‘Faker’ Sang-hyeok, one of the most accomplished figures in the League of Legends community, recently revealed that an ongoing arm pain is hampering his gameplay. Following a press conference after T1’s match against Nonshim RedForce, this announcement has caused a stir among his ardent fanbase​.
Faker, who has been a key player in the LoL scene for years, has consistently achieved exceptional results on both domestic and international fronts. His recent record-breaking achievements within the LCK further cement his reputation as one of the greatest League of Legends players of all time​​.
Faker Reveals Arm Injury That is Affecting His Performance
However, the revelation about his arm pain during a press conference has taken many by surprise. This news, coupled with a fan incident where Faker allegedly dropped his pills, has ignited worries among his longtime supporters about his wellbeing​.
This arm injury concern emerged after T1’s surprising loss to Nongshim RedForce, one of the LCK’s lower-ranked teams. The opposing mid laner An ‘FIESTA’ Hyeon-seo capitalized on the situation, making significant plays that swung the game in their favor​​.
Despite T1’s series win, Faker expressed dissatisfaction with his performance, attributing it to his arm condition. He indicated that his arm’s poor state negatively affected his gameplay since their match against OK Savings Bank Brion​​.
Faker has confirmed that he is undergoing treatment for his arm injury, and he is due for a more comprehensive diagnosis at the hospital soon, according to a T1 official​​.
Further increasing concerns, Faker had been sidelined before. In 2021, during the formation of T1’s current roster, Faker spent significant time on the bench, unsatisfied with his performance, while Lee ‘Clozer’ Ju-hyeon stepped in. With his health now a concern, the future course remains uncertain​​.
A fan incident where Faker reportedly dropped pills bearing his name has added to these uncertainties. While this remains unverified, it raises questions about Faker’s current health status and the severity of his condition, with speculation about him being subbed out for treatment​.
With the Asia Games looming, Faker’s peak condition is crucial. Currently, he remains part of T1’s starting lineup, with the organization refraining from additional comments about his health beyond the press conference following their match against Nongshim RedForce​.
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