Summary:
- In a recent livestream, TES AD carry JackeyLove revealed that health issues may force him to take a break or even retire from pro League of Legends.
- He suffers from chronic tinnitus, which affects his sleep and focus and gets worse with long gaming sessions, making his career difficult to sustain.
- Despite this, JackeyLove promised fans he will finish the current season with Top Esports before deciding on his next steps.
Yu “JackeyLove” Wen-Bo, the star AD carry of Top Esports, has revealed that he may take a break or even retire from professional League of Legends. In a recent livestream, he shared that his doctor advised him to cut back on long gaming sessions, making it harder for him to practice regularly with TES for LPL matches. The update shocked many fans, especially since TES JackeyLove is still seen as one of the best players in the league.
Health Problems Behind the Scenes
TES JackeyLove has been honest about the health issues he’s dealing with. He shared that he suffers from chronic tinnitus, which causes a constant ringing in the ears. This condition makes it difficult for him to sleep and focus.
On stream, he admitted that his doctor advised him to take breaks often, avoid sitting for too long, and limit headphone use. But as a pro player, those things are hard to avoid.
He also mentioned that his body has taken a beating over the years, and the injuries are piling up. “I don’t know if I can keep going tomorrow,” he told his fans, showing just how uncertain his future is.
A Career Full of Success
Even with these struggles, JackeyLove has continued to shine on stage. His performances have been key to Top Esports finishing first in LPL’s regular season Split 3 Group Ascend. Many believe he could even win MVP.
JackeyLove first made a name for himself in 2018 when, at only 17 years old, he won the World Championship with Invictus Gaming. Since then, he has carried the title of one of China’s best AD carries, often mentioned in the same breath as legends like Jian “Uzi” Zi-Hao.
What’s Next for TES JackeyLove?
Right now, JackeyLove plans to finish the season with Top Esports. The team is chasing another LPL title, and even aiming to make a big run at Worlds 2025 in October. But after the season ends, he said that he’ll go through a full medical check-up before deciding what comes next.
If he steps away from competitive play, JackeyLove may turn to streaming, like many other retired pros. Still, his main focus will be recovery. As he put it, “Even if I wanted to keep playing, I wouldn’t be able to do it for many more years. To be real with you, I still want to live a few more years.”
If JackeyLove does take a break or retire, it would be a huge change for the LPL. His presence on stage always draws attention, both from fans in China and around the world. His matches often bring in massive viewership, and his absence would leave a big hole in the scene.
Conclusion
TES JackeyLove had already cemented his legacy as one of the greatest AD carries in League of Legends history. Of course, fans are naturally hoping that he can still continue playing and maybe even lead TES to a Worlds trophy very soon. Yet, most agree that his health should always come first and are supportive of whatever decision the ADC makes in the future.
For now, fans will get another chance to see him in action when Top Esports face Ninjas in Pyjamas on September 8 in the LPL Split 3 Season Playoffs.
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