Faker, the legendary South Korean player, leads global League of Legends earnings with over $1.3 million in tournament winnings. His success stems from multiple World Championship victories and consistent international performances with T1 (formerly SKT T1).

Chinese players occupy several top spots due to the region's competitive ecosystem and high tournament prize pools. JackeyLove and TheShy have each earned over $800,000 through their achievements with Invictus Gaming and other teams.

European talent shows strong representation, with Caps from G2 Esports leading Western earnings at approximately $500,000. His success comes from multiple MSI and Worlds appearances, alongside domestic dominance in the LEC.

North American players, while having strong salaries, typically earn less from tournaments. The highest-earning NA player is Doublelift, with around $300,000 in prize money, primarily from domestic success in the LCS.

Notable Regional Earnings Breakdown:

• South Korea: Dominated by T1 players, averaging $400,000+ per top player
• China: Features highest concentration of $500,000+ earners
• Europe: Most top players earn between $200,000-500,000
• North America: Average earnings around $200,000 for top players
• Other regions: Significantly lower, typically under $100,000

Tournament prize pools continue to grow annually, with World Championships offering the largest rewards. Regional differences in earnings reflect the competitive hierarchy of major leagues and international success rates.

Remember that these figures represent tournament winnings only, not including player salaries, streaming revenue, or sponsorship deals, which often significantly exceed competition earnings.

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