The renowned player Faker has encountered issues with his hand, and the illness is negatively affecting his gaming performance

Lee "Faker" Sang-hyeok, the legendary player from South Korea known for his exceptional performances in League of Legends, has revealed during a press conference after the match against Nonshim RedForce that he is experiencing hand pain, which is negatively impacting his gameplay.

Currently, Faker is undergoing treatment, and a representative from the T1 organization has confirmed that he will soon visit the hospital to receive an accurate diagnosis.

Rumors about Faker's condition first surfaced in June 2023 when a fan reported seeing him drop pills while interacting with fans, leading to speculations about a serious illness affecting the esports player.

At the moment, the T1 team holds the third place in the LCK 2023 Summer tournament, with six wins and two losses. It is currently unknown whether they will make a substitution in the lineup due to Faker's injury. We await further updates from the team and hope that the legendary player will recover soon and return to active performances on the battlefield.