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Faker remains a towering figure in the global League of Legends community with an impressive collection of achievements. Especially after clinching the gold medal at the 2022 Asian Games, Faker will be exempt from military service in South Korea, meaning we can expect to see him compete for many more seasons. Perhaps to celebrate this occasion, information about the salaries of Korean LoL athletes participating in the 2022 Asian Games has been disclosed. And of course, the amount T1 pays Faker is what garners the most attention.
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A quick comparison reveals that T1's captain enjoys a salary 14 times higher than Zeus. This is entirely understandable given what Faker brings, not only in terms of skill but also reputation as the global icon of LoL. Additionally, Faker's commercial value through advertising projects or collaborations outside of esports is significant for T1. Looking towards the LPL region, Kanavi and Ruler are likely the highest-paid Korean imports, given their contributions to JDG's recent successes. The salary fund of the reigning LPL champions is also a topic of curiosity because aside from Ruler and Kanavi, JDG also boasts other stars like Knight and 369.
After returning from the Asian Games 2022, these mentioned players will immediately start training for the final major tournament of the year - Worlds 2023. Stay tuned to ensure you don't miss out on the latest updates!
