Look Sports Media – Wimbledon semi-finalist Taylor Fritz, currently ranked fifth in men’s tennis, has revealed a surprising side hustle: he’s a high-ranking League of Legends player. The American tennis star, who’s set to face the winner of Norrie vs. Alcaraz in the Wimbledon semi-finals, boasts an Emerald 3 rank in LoL, placing him in the top 12% of the game’s massive 125 million active monthly player base. This revelation comes via an Instagram comment, adding another layer to the already compelling narrative of this rising tennis star.
Fritz’s gaming prowess extends beyond casual play. He regularly streams on Twitch (Taylorfritz97), raising over $600,000 for charity through gaming tournaments. His passion for the game even led to a collaboration with Los Ratones, the League of Legends team of UK Twitch star Caedrel, where he received coaching from Veljko "Velja" Andrić. His dedication to the game is evident in his attendance at the League of Legends World Championship 2024, where he witnessed T1 and Faker’s victory in a packed O2 Arena. He described the experience to the Associated Press as "one of the coolest things I’ve ever been to."
Fritz’s competitive spirit, honed on the tennis court, translates seamlessly to the Rift. He explained to the press his enjoyment of gaming, stating, "I’m such a competitive person, so I like to compete in other ways. The game—and especially the position I play—is very mentally taxing and mentally draining. I have to be super dialed in." This intense focus explains why he avoids playing LoL before tennis matches.
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Fritz joins a growing list of celebrities who enjoy League of Legends, including Imagine Dragons, Justin Bieber, Gordon Hayward, Chris Kluwe, Claudio Castagnoli, Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, and Simon Pegg. His impressive rank, coupled with his charitable gaming efforts and genuine passion for the game, paints a picture of a well-rounded athlete who embraces competition beyond the tennis court. The question remains: will his League of Legends skills translate to victory at Wimbledon? Only time will tell.
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