Korea Post will release a commemorative stamp for Faker, a recognition typically reserved for historical figures and major national events.
Lee “Faker” Sang-hyeok has long earned recognition for his significant impact on South Korea’s esports scene and for elevating the country’s global presence. On his 13th debut anniversary, Korea Post announced a commemorative stamp titled “Esports Player Faker,” set for release this October.
Faker gets a commemorative stamp
On April 6, the Korean Post announced that it will issue a commemorative stamp in honor of T1’s mid laner, Faker. It will be titled “Esports Player Faker,” and will start to be issue on October. Officials have typically reserved these stamps for historic figures and major national events.
A source from the industry has declared to Naver Sports that this commemorative stamp is a “gift for both fans domestically and internationally.” There is still no information on the official design and release date. Korea Post will announce them later through its official website and channels.
Back in January 2026, Faker received the nation’s highest class medal for athletes, the Blue Dragon Medal. This award recognizes athletes whose exceptional contributions improve public fitness and elevate the country’s status through sports.
Korea Post will carry out a consultation process, allowing individuals to submit any objections regarding the stamp by email with relevant details. Objections will be accepted for a total of 20 days, from the 6th to the 25th.
Why is this commemorative stamp so important?
In South Korea, the government creates commemorative stamps to honor historical figures and major national events. It first issued these stamps in 1946, following Korea’s liberation from Japan’s colonial rule at the end of World War II. The country released the first set of stamps to celebrate the first anniversary of its independence.
These stamps hold significant cultural importance in the country, making it rare for an esports legend to receive such an honor. Previous honorees have included figure skater Yuna Kim and the K-pop group BTS. This is the first time an esports figure has been recognized with a commemorative stamp.
This recognition highlights how Faker has gone beyond being a professional gamer and established himself as a global cultural icon. Faker has won five League of Legends World Championships, the most of any player in the world. He also led the South Korean national team to a gold medal at the 19th Hangzhou Asian Games.