Meet Thresh, the world's first professional gamer
Briefly

Dennis "Thresh" Fong was a pioneer in competitive gaming, known for his innovative config that set the standard for gaming controls, particularly the WASD layout.
Fong's strategic use of the WASD keys during matches allowed him to dominate opponents effortlessly, leading some, including Tim Willits, to compare him to Michael Jordan of gaming.
His unmatched skill was exemplified during the final of the Red Annihilation tournament, where he defeated his opponent 14 to -1, winning a Ferrari as a prize.
Earning around $100,000 annually from competitions and endorsements in the '90s, Fong was recognized by Guinness World Records as the first professional videogamer.
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