Korea Post issues Faker commemorative stamps

· Politics · South Korea

Korea Post will issue commemorative stamps honoring Lee Sang-hyeok, better known as Faker, the 30-year-old League of Legends star for T1, on Oct. 23. The Ministry of Science and ICT said 140,000 sheets will be issued along with stamp albums and related items. The honor reflects the growing mainstream recognition of esports in South Korea and Faker's status as one of the country's most celebrated athletes.

Why it matters：State-issued stamps for an esports player mark the mainstreaming of competitive gaming as a cultural and economic force.

Key points

  • The stamps will be issued on Oct. 23.
  • Korea Post will issue 140,000 sheets, plus albums and related items.
  • Faker is a star player for the team T1.

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