""It is the regular season, the Super Bowl and the playoffs all at one time," Smith, 27, said. Liquid is the Dodgers of WoW esports. The L.A.-based team has won the last three races in a row, and mean to make this one their fourth."
"Winning requires not just the 20-man group playing the game - called a raid group - but dozens of analysts and support staff. There's no prize pool or gold medal to be won. In this race, a team of esports athletes stare forward at a screen instead of the starting line."
"It's one of the few sports or esports where the community actively feels involved in helping prepare the team to compete," Smith said. He acts as an eagle eye, monitoring the team's progress and strategies."
The Race to World First in World of Warcraft is a competitive event where teams, like Liquid Guild, race to complete challenging game content. This event can last over a month and involves a large support team. Liquid Guild, based in Los Angeles, has won the last three races and aims for a fourth victory. Players train intensively, often working 14-hour days, with community involvement in preparation. The event transforms an office into a high-stakes gaming environment, showcasing the dedication of esports athletes.
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