Lee Sedol is a professional Go player with an estimated net worth of $8 million. Born in 1983, he is known by the nickname "The Strong Stone" and has achieved 18 international Go world championship titles, ranking 2nd in the world. In 2015, he competed against the computer AlphaGo in a 5-match contest, where he won 1 of the 5.
Age, Biography and Wiki
💰 Net worth: $8 Million (2024)
By 2024, Lee Sedol, an esteemed professional Go player, is estimated to have amassed a net worth of $8 million. Born in South Korea, Sedol's incredible skill and accomplishments in the game of Go have contributed significantly to his financial success. With numerous championship wins, including multiple World Go Championship titles and a prestigious 18-point victory against artificial intelligence program, AlphaGo, Sedol has cemented his status as one of the greatest Go players of all time. Beyond his achievements on the Go board, his expertise and endorsements have also played a significant role in enhancing his net worth. The combination of his exceptional talent, unmatched passion, and entrepreneurial ventures have solidified his financial standing in the global Go community.
About
Professional Go player who is known by the nickname "The Strong Stone." In February 2016, he ranked 2nd in the world in international Go world championship titles at 18. In March 2015, he competed against the computer AlphaGo in a 5-match contest, where he won 1 of the 5.
Before Fame
He began his professional Go playing career in the 1997-1998 season. He won his first professional match in 2000.
Trivia
He has won over 400 matches of Go in his career. He earned the 9-dan rank in 2003.
Family Life
He was born and raised in South Jeolla, South Korea.
Associated With
His competing against the AlphaGo computer drew comparisons to Garry Kasparov's chess matches against the Deep Blue supercomputer in 1997.
