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Harry “Lethal” Thomas joins ESL UK

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Harry “Lethal” Thomas joins ESL UK

Esports commentator will join ESL UK full-time on June 1st

(London, UK) 31 May, 2018 - ESL UK today announced that esports talent Harry “Lethal” Thomas will join the company full-time, starting on 1st of June. In this role, Harry will host and cast a variety of ESL UK tournaments and events, starting with the Quake Champions European Go4, on 3 June. Harry will then continue to work on a multitude of diverse tournaments while representing ESL.

“We’re delighted to welcome Harry as a full-time member of ESL UK,” said Rob Black, UK COO at ESL. “Harry’s extensive experience in esports, both in the UK and internationally, makes him a perfect fit for our team. Harry brings a depth of knowledge for multiple esports titles that fans will love, and that will help give fans unique insights into teams play styles. It’s also a real privilege to have more homegrown talent join the ESL UK team.”

“I’m really excited to join ESL UK,” said Harry. “I first worked with the team on the ESL EU Halo Pro League, back in 2016. I was immediately impressed by the high quality of their tournaments and the overwhelming passion of the team. I can’t wait to get started!”

Harry began his esports career as a professional Halo player in 2002. He competed professionally for 14 years and won more than 25 European tournaments. Since retiring, Harry has travelled the world as an esports analyst and caster for multiple titles. Most recently, he has also worked in UK esports management for ZOWIEbyBenQ.

For more information about the ESL please contact:

Ravi Vijh

ravi@bastion.co.uk

Becky Mullen

becky@bastion.co.uk

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ESL, a part of the international digital entertainment group MTG, is the world's largest esports company, leading the industry across the most popular video games with numerous online and offline competitions. It operates high profile, branded international and national leagues and tournaments such as the Intel® Extreme Masters, ESL One, ESL National Championships and other top tier stadium-size events, as well as grassroots amateur cups, leagues and matchmaking systems. ESL covers a broad field of services in gaming technology, event management, advertising and television production, fully catering to the needs of the esports ecosystem. With offices in North America, Germany, Russia, France, Poland, Spain, China, and partners in many other countries, it has a truly global footprint (www.eslgaming.com).

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Ravi Vijh

Ravi Vijh

Managing Director +44 (0)20 3927 6430
Becky Mullen

Becky Mullen

Senior Account Director +44 (0)20 3927 6430

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