Taylor Fritz: From Wimbledon Semi-Finals to Emerald Elo in LoL!
Taylor Fritz, currently ranked number five in men's tennis and a recent Wimbledon Semi-finalist, has revealed a surprising and impressive achievement outside the court: he's Emerald 3 in League of Legends! This puts him in the top 12% of LoL players, surpassing over 80% of the game's massive player base of over 125 million monthly active users.
This is a remarkable feat considering the dedication and skill required to excel in both professional tennis and a complex strategy game like League of Legends. Fritz's love for gaming isn't a secret. He regularly streams on his Twitch channel, Taylorfritz97, where he's raised over $600,000 for charity through gaming tournaments.
He's also collaborated with Los Ratones, the League of Legends team of UK Twitch star Marc ‘Caedrel’ Lamont. In one stream, Fritz received valuable coaching and jungling tips from Veljko ‘Velja’ Čamdžić of Los Ratones, highlighting his dedication to improving his gameplay.
A True Esports Enthusiast
Fritz is more than just a casual player; he's a dedicated esports fan. He was among the 14,500 spectators who witnessed Faker and T1's victory at the LoL Worlds 2024 in the O2 Arena. Last year, he even attended the semi-finals in Paris before flying to London for the final, showcasing his passion for the game.
"The O2 Arena was packed. It was honestly one of the coolest things I’ve ever been to," Fritz told the Associated Press, describing his experience at the tournament. He also explained his enjoyment of gaming, stating, "I’m such a competitive person, so I like to compete in other ways. It sounds crazy, but the game — and especially the position I play in the game — is very mentally taxing and mentally draining. I have to be super dialled in."
This intense focus is why the jungle main avoids playing LoL before tennis matches. Taylor Fritz proves that dedication and skill can translate across different domains, from the tennis court to the Summoner's Rift.