LCS veteran Doublelift turns 30 during the upcoming split
The LCS Spring Split is just around the corner, and as the biggest esports league in the West kicks off again, one of its veteran players says “who cares?” about age affecting esports performance. Turning 30 during the LCS split, veteran player Yiliang ‘Doublelift’ Peng challenges belief that age impacts esports athletes and offers proof of his enduring skill through consistency and longevity.
Defying age bias in professional gaming
The LCS veteran offers a confident dismissal of bias toward older players in professional gaming, which has been a hot topic recently as the esports community reevaluates traditional notions of age and its impact on players.
“Age should never be a barrier to pursuing something you love,” Doublelift says. “If you’re good enough, people will notice.” The player’s impressive career spans over a decade, offering proof of his enduring skill in the face of a stereotype that aging in esports diminishes performance.
The esports industry is still working to overcome biases surrounding age diversity, with many believing that younger players have an inherent advantage over older ones. Doublelift’s defiance of age norms highlights the ongoing evolution of an industry where the traditional notion of a pro gamer is changing.
“Just because someone is older doesn’t mean that they’re not good enough to do something,” Doublelift says. His perspective adds to the ongoing discussion about age and esports performance, as the industry reexamines long-standing biases.
If you’re an older player looking to succeed in esports, Doublelift’s success offers inspiration. However, age should not be a barrier to pursuing and excelling in professional gaming, according to the LCS veteran.
Find out more about esports age, and why age diversity in esports is so important. You can also check out other esports players who have spoken out on the importance of age diversity in esports.
