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(Homeland) - Faker expressed his stance when asked about the upcoming ASIAD at the end of the year.
Following a somewhat underwhelming 2022 World Championship (Worlds), T1 is displaying a different face in the Spring 2023 LCK. With familiar faces but showcasing a more innovative and creative style of play. Keria stands out as the pivotal factor in T1's transformative gameplay.
As for Faker, he continues to exhibit the qualities of a true leader. Not only in directing and commanding his teammates during matches, but also frequently shouldering the team and assisting T1 in executing smooth strategies. It's fair to say that T1 fans are quite confident heading into the 2023 season. After experiencing a trophy-less year on the international stage, no one desires a repeat of that.
However, for Faker, he has only one singular goal: to clinch the top spot in the Spring 2023 LCK with T1. In fact, T1's mid-laner overlooks even the ASIAD - a tournament of great importance to Faker's career. Specifically, he stated: 'Participating in ASIAD is a great honor. I've thought about it and it would be a mission if I were to participate. But for me, as a professional player, the most important thing is to focus on the current match. Moreover, I believe that by focusing on the current tournament and performing well, the opportunity to participate in ASIAD will present itself.'
For Faker, he undoubtedly understands the significance of ASIAD. However, as Faker shared, performing well in the domestic tournament truly prepares him best for ASIAD. Even if Faker's position in the South Korean national team lineup is incredibly secure, he cannot afford to be complacent because of it.
Ahead for Faker and his teammates lie the direct qualification rounds of the Spring 2023 LCK along with the first championship of the year. Securing the top spot would serve as a solid foundation for Faker to aim for even greater goals in the future, including MSI 2023, Worlds 2023, and ASIAD.
