Lee Sedol is a South Korean professional Go player, widely recognized for his exceptional skills in the ancient board game. Born on March 2, 1983, he became a professional player at the age of 12 and quickly rose to prominence in the Go community, winning numerous championships and titles. In 2016, Lee Sedol gained international fame when he faced the artificial intelligence program AlphaGo developed by DeepMind. He was one of the few players to win a game against AlphaGo, showcasing his strategic brilliance and creativity, which captivated audiences worldwide and highlighted the complexities of Go.