Korea Post to issue Faker commemorative stamps

The Korea Post is set to release commemorative stamps honoring esports superstar Lee Sang-hyeok, known as Faker, on October 23. This marks a significant milestone in celebrating his extensive career and contributions to Korean esports. The stamp sheets, which will be released in quantities of 140,000, feature various milestones from Lee's illustrious career, including portraits of him at award ceremonies.

Lee, who began his professional career in 2013, has achieved remarkable success, including six League of Legends World Championships, ten League of Legends Champions Korea titles, and two Mid-Season Invitational titles. Additionally, he won gold at the 2026 Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games and the 2023 Hangzhou Games. In 2024, he became the first player inducted into the game's Hall of Legends.

Lee also received the Cheongryong Medal, the highest honor in Korea’s Order of Sport Merit, in January. To coincide with the stamp release, Korea Post has opened a special exhibition dedicated to Faker at its stamp museum in Seoul Central Post.

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